"If Congress does not increase its allocation, it will probably take three years to serve. If it comes to the fastest construction efficiency of each country, it will take at least two years. After all, at the fastest speed before, the Brom-Foss Shipyard has the highest record of 18 months to build a Bavarian-class battleship of 30,000 tons with experience and foundation, and this time we are building a battleship of more than 40,000 tons." Benson explained.

"Okay. Basically, there is no hope in the early stage of the war." Taft said. In fact, according to his actual thoughts, he wanted to say that there was no hope before the war ended...

"So how are you preparing to deal with the Japanese fast fleet attack?" Taft asked.

"This is our problem. Don't worry," said Ruprecht. Although he would not participate in this battle in person, the prince still trusts Scher, Hippel, Earl of Spee, Suxiong and the commanders of the Bavarian Air Force. Whether in terms of experience or the level of officers and soldiers, the German high seas fleet is always on the steadily side of the opponent. Suxiong has not fought with the Japanese in the Indian Ocean, so he has not suffered any loss anyway!

"I have a question now. The fleet size and industrial power of the United States and Germany are stable against Japan. How can the Japanese who can still draw out elite fleets to attack the supply line while resisting our positive pressure?" Benson said suddenly.

"It's very simple, and this is back to the original problem. After the war is over, the British fleet will eliminate some warships. These warships may flow into the hands of the Japanese. Although the U.S. and German fleets are strong, they cannot all reach the Pacific Ocean. It takes time for your country's fleet to expand. It will be difficult to say in a short period of time if this increase or decrease occurs. Of course, if such a thing has not happened, it is naturally the best, but if it happens, I think it cannot be solved by relying solely on the American fleet." Ruprecht said.

"So what if we win this stage, then the next stage?" Taft said with some numbness.

"If we win and have a huge victory, it's time for Japan to surrender. If the results we have achieved are not big enough, then a large-scale fleet decisive battle may be needed, which may be near the Island of Kariman or the Philippines. As for what's going on later, it may be a bit too far away and we cannot be sure of it now." Ruprecht said.

"It seems that this matter will be very troublesome." Taft said, holding his eyes, with a feeling of frustration in his tone. It was obvious that even he realized the seriousness of the problem. He did not speak directly, but he already had the intention of compromise in his heart. "Now I still have a question, that is, what is the bottom line or standard of victory for the Battle of the Pacific? Which step is Germany willing to do?"

"This question should be asked about your country. In theory, when we fulfilled the pre-war agreement and drove the Japanese away from the original German colony and handed over to your country, the debts between us have been cleared. As for whether the war will end on New Guinea or to Kalimantan, it depends on two aspects: on the one hand, the Japanese's combat effectiveness, and on the other hand, the relationship between the two countries." The crown prince said.

"Is it over to Kalimantan? Why can't it be the Philippines?" Taft asked thoughtfully.

"The situation is forced, and this is why the end of our war is not the same as in London. I think from this point of view, you should be able to understand the idea of ​​the German Empire." The crown prince said meaningfully. "Your country does not want to see the complete defeat of Britain and France, and in the future Pacific War, Britain and France will definitely not want to see the complete defeat of Japan."

"Well, although we have said a lot of inappropriate things today, we still have some common ground between us and we can put aside the dispute. After all, the alliance between the United States and Germany must be maintained. Do you think so? His Royal Highness?" Taft sighed and said.

"For the better tomorrow of both countries," Ruprecht said with a smile.

Ruprecht just explained the general process, and there were too many details that could not be clearly stated or predicted at all. It was said that the three great powers had never had a large-scale land war in a vast Pacific Ocean. It was hard to say what the war would be like with the support of brand new technologies and concepts. But even so, Taft had to admit that without the help of the Germans who had experienced many battles, it was almost impossible for the United States to defeat Japan in a non-full war. And this war must be fought! Therefore, even if Taft was as tough as he knew that he had to admit defeat when he should. He came to negotiate, not to turn the table.

What Ruprecht did just now was to let the Americans recognize the situation and then cooperate with the Germans in the following actions. Although Germany now and for a long time after the war, for a real big country, although the dollar aid proposed by Taft was important, it was not indispensable. The attitude of the Americans and the situation in Europe were the most important. Therefore, before Ruprecht really took action against the British fleet, the crown prince would no longer negotiate the price issue with the Americans. The first priority to do now is to continue to put pressure on the French! and prepare for the upcoming offensive.

In the subsequent talks, the two sides reached a tacit understanding on some issues. Afterwards, Taft and Benson left Brussels silently and began their visit and stay in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. This matter was naturally unconcealed by the French. On the second day after Taft returned to Amsterdam, the French envoy Crimonso, who had negotiated with the prince, once again represented the French government in Taft's study.

Taft has no good feelings for the Germans, but at the same time, Taft has no good feelings for the French. His dislike for the former stems from Germany's strength and challenges to the United States. For the latter? Because France is very ignorant of raising the people. A path that can help France get rid of the current crisis is in front of it. It can not only make itself survive the German saber, but also make the United States a nail in Europe. However, the French refused. They have fantasies, fantasizing about using the Americans to fight against the Germans while maintaining friendship with the British. Perhaps the United States and Germany have many differences, but the two sides are generally consistent in their treatment of the British!
Chapter completed!