"Haha, it's really a technology that we can't use." Duff glanced. The Italians wanted the British technical information on large-caliber naval guns, engine samples and drawings, relevant data on large marine gas turbines and tank gasoline engines, and also wanted to obtain water-listening equipment for several submarines and destroyers from the UK! As for the terms of trade, it was about import and export tariffs. Overall, although it was a bit uncomfortable, it was not harsh. The Italians seemed to have taken care of the British's feelings, and some technical things were transferred for a fee!

"But I also want to say, you are too much! There is a word called too much, and this sentence is undoubtedly the most appropriate to use in your country!" Duff put the catalog aside and said, "Even if we will be restricted in some areas in the future, this does not mean that some countries can obtain these valuable technologies at a slight price. As for the trade discounts in the colonies? This is even more impossible."

"His Excellency Duke, I think both of us have some misunderstandings about the current situation. The Germans hope that Italy will sell the warships to the Japanese. That is to say, whether we interfere or not, whether you sell the warships to the Americans or use them for your own purposes, the Germans will be unhappy, and this unhappiness will turn into actual punishment."

"What about the British Empire? We hope that your country will sell the warships to the Japanese, but this is a necessary condition rather than a sufficient condition. If this transaction fails, we will regret it. The Japanese may be lost, but they will not become enemies with us because of this little thing. Therefore, we do not have to pay too high a price for this transaction." As he said that, Duff pointed to the documents provided by Duke Abruch just now. "This condition is impossible."

"So, here, I will tell your country our bottom line! We will sell a Fury-class battleship that has not yet been completed to you in the name of a used warship. Of course, this warship has been installed with some power systems. Your country will use the accessories we provide to complete the warship and then sell it to the Japanese. With the arrival of this warship, your country can obtain drawings and related technologies for Fury-class battleships." Duff said.

"What about other aspects? Aero engines, marine gas turbines, batteries and diesel engines, your country is restricted by the Germans, and if your country cooperates with Italy, then your country can bypass these restrictions." The Duke said.

"Thank you, no need." Duff's answer was very straightforward. "Do you agree to be completely in your country? If you and the Italian government think it is OK, you can contact me again." After that, Duff stood up and said goodbye, leaving behind the thoughtful Duke of Abruci.

"The British are very tough and they don't want to have anything to do with us. He rejected the suggestions for industrial and technological cooperation and trade cooperation." The next day, Duke Abruci came to the residence of Italian Prime Minister Antonio Sarandra and reported the relevant situation to the latter.

"The British are still very arrogant." Antonio couldn't help but shook his head. Even though Britain has declined, it is not something Italy can control! Even if the British Royal Navy, which has been weakened to the limit by the Germans, can still beat the current Italian Navy. Not to mention other aspects.

"So are the two warships we are loading now for sale to Japan or to the United States? The Germans, the British and even the French may want us to sell to Japan. And if it is sold to the United States, I think we may get the friendship and support of the Americans." The Duke asked.

"Actually, this choice is not difficult to make. The United States is still weaker than Germany and Austria. Maybe their economy and industry are large, but their fists are too soft. And we are almost close to Germany and Austria. Now there is no power to stop Germany and Austria. We chose neutrality in the war before, and Germany and Austria were very resentful. Our relationship with Austria has never been harmonious. At this time, when the whole Europe was trembling under the blade of Germany and Austria, and when the Americans were still struggling in the Pacific Ocean, is it really difficult to make a choice?" Antonio asked.

"In other words, we want to sell at least one Carajono-class battleship to the Japanese?" the Duke said, touching his chin. "So what should we do if the Americans are angry?"

"If we have to bear the anger of the Americans, then we will at least bring the British together!" Antonio said.

"You mean, can we reveal some news? For example, the attitude of the British?" asked the Duke.

"This is not enough. First of all, we have to let the Americans give up on themselves. I think the Duke should be able to do a good job in this regard, such as construction period, equipment and accessories. Secondly, we have to let the Americans know that after they refused to buy the warship from us, the British provided us with accessories and armor, and then with the help of the British, we completed the warship sold to Japan." Antonio said.

"So what about Italy's foreign policy in the future?" asked the Duke.

"What else can it be? This world war only solved most of the contradictions in Europe to some extent. Britain weakened, the French surrendered, and Russia collapsed. Germany and Austria became the real overlords, but there was also an United States in the Atlantic Ocean and a Japan in the Far East. The world is not stable. Maybe in a few decades, the war will break out again, and I am more optimistic about the Germans." Antonio said.

"So, in the future we will truly become ally of the Germans?" asked the Duke.

"Yes. And we must be those valuable allies. Neither the Allies nor the Allies, they will not be pitiful of waste! We need to fight for some things ourselves!" Antonio said.

"Okay, since that's the case, then I'll be ready to receive the Americans." The Duke thought about it and said. It's certain to offend the United States, and this is even an important part of the request of the Germans. After all, Germany and Austria, which have become the overlord of Europe, do not want to see that there are still European countries and Americans maintaining extraordinary relationships.

But as a big country, Italians still have to respect it. If you can offend less, you should be less. So, as Antonio said, the best choice is to let the Americans give up on themselves, and how to make the other party give up? The Italians are ready! And just after the Duke of Abruzzi and Duff met for 3 days, Colonel Lech and his party came to Italy. The Italians also warmly welcomed the American colonel from the other side of the ocean.

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