I built an armada.

That's right, the Longxia tribe did it on purpose.

They deliberately lured them into making a move, then captured them all in one fell swoop.

British Village, Downing Street, the Prime Minister's official residence.

Anthony looked at the other six heads of state on the video with a very complicated expression, his lips pressed tightly together but he did not say a word.

At this moment, not only him, but also the other six heads of state had very solemn expressions and extremely heavy hearts.

The Longxia naval fleet has already appeared in the Eastern Wilderness Tribe, clearly to show off its military power and launch another gate-blocking operation. The Longxia Foreign Affairs Department has also issued an announcement about the auction of an aircraft carrier. With these two pieces of news combined, they can't help but suspect that this is actually a huge trap carefully woven by the Longxia Tribe!
At this moment, they were all afraid, mainly because the Longxia Navy had made a name for itself in the waters of Dongzhou!

More than ten hours ago, they simultaneously released the relevant information that the seven countries had formed a joint fleet to ambush the Longxia naval expeditionary fleet in the Atlantic Ocean.

By proactively releasing this message, they were clearly telling the Longxia tribe that they would not submit and would completely annihilate the Longxia navy in the Atlantic Ocean. The primary purpose of doing so was to exert military deterrence.

The purpose of Anthony and other leaders in doing so was to put pressure on the Longxia Navy, which was preparing for a conflict in the waters off Dongzhou. Their aim was to make the Longxia Navy hesitant and indecisive during frontline operations, leading to tactical errors and ultimately defeat.

If the Longxia Navy fails in this conflict on its home turf, it will surely recall the expeditionary fleet. In this way, they will achieve an unprecedented victory at a very small cost!
But now, they suddenly realize that things aren't like that at all; it's incredibly bizarre.

They had already released the relevant information, and logically, the higher-ups of the Longxia tribe should have received it.

However, why is it that in the following period, none of the announcements released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Longxia were directed at the countries in the European maritime region?

It's quite unusual that there wasn't a single word spoken!

You should know that we European countries have formed a joint naval fleet of seven nations and are on our way to ambush the expeditionary fleet, yet the Dragon Xia people have not reacted at all, as if nothing has happened!

Even if you pretend nothing's wrong, you can't just not react at all. You could give a look, have someone pass on a message, or secretly take some restrictive measures.

They quickly realized that after the Longxia Navy was provoked several times before, it usually issued announcements or statements through the Foreign Affairs Department to express its attitude.

All these associations together reveal a strangeness; Anthony and the other six heads of state looked at each other.

They subconsciously felt that something was amiss about the whole affair, forcing them to be cautious.

They didn't understand this at first, mainly because they didn't think about it in depth or take these details into account.

Almost every head of state in those countries is focused on their own interests, so they naturally don't engage in in-depth thinking, let alone perceive the hidden crises.

However, everything is different now. The aircraft carrier Fukuno has been put up for auction, which makes them suspect that the whole thing was a big trap set by the Longxia tribe!

Otherwise, this series of events is inexplicable.

The video was still playing in the enormous prime minister's office, but none of the seven leaders spoke. It was as if their throats were being gripped at the same time, and they were all pondering how likely this possibility was.

They have discovered that, including the Fukuno aircraft carrier, the Longxia Navy has captured three aircraft carriers. Apart from the Eagle Tribe's garrison aircraft carrier and the one in the hands of the White Elephant Kingdom, there are basically none left in the Eastern Continent's sea area.

The Longxia tribe is like an aircraft carrier dealer, selling one after another; they're clearly eyeing aircraft carriers.

If the White Elephant Kingdom hadn't refrained from taking action this time and behaved very obediently, the ownership of that Shiva aircraft carrier would probably have become a huge problem!

Judging from these conflicts, the Longxia Navy has clearly mastered the technique of using traps to attack aircraft carriers.

In other words, once war breaks out, the aircraft carrier will inevitably be targeted by the Longxia Navy, and at that time, they may not be able to keep their aircraft carrier.

The key point is that they actually showed up at this critical juncture. How is that any different from courting death?
Perhaps the Longxia Navy has already set its sights on their aircraft carrier, just waiting for them to open fire so they can capture it and take it back.

If the Longxia Foreign Ministry were to post on its official website announcing the sale of their aircraft carrier, the entire Western world would lose face completely.

Previously, they had been hesitant and had been considering whether to take action.

Now that this possibility has been added, even those who were previously firm in their stance are now wavering.

No one mentions the incident of ambushing the Longxia naval expeditionary fleet anymore; everyone is thinking about how to make a clean getaway and avoid unnecessary trouble.

As the heads of traditional, long-established empires, they were not fools, but rather incredibly shrewd individuals.

Even disregarding the capture of the aircraft carrier, the Guanglongxia tribe achieved a victory in this naval battle, defeating the Miri-Japan alliance, making peace with the Xiongying tribe separately, and ultimately forcibly capturing the Fukuno aircraft carrier belonging to the Donghuang tribe.

This shows that something behind it really sends chills down their spines.

This is not something that can be investigated further; the deeper you dig, the more terrifying it becomes!
Therefore, apart from these factors, another reason is that the White Bear tribe has always been eyeing the area and is ready to make a move at any time.

None of them could be sure that the White Bear tribe wouldn't launch a counterattack after withdrawing their troops.

After all, on the surface, the White Bear Tribe has withdrawn its troops, but their forces are positioned at a crucial choke point, a terrain that is easy to defend and difficult to attack, and they could easily launch a counterattack and catch them off guard again.

If it really comes to that, they will be facing a pincer attack from two sides. Fighting on two fronts is an unbearable burden even for Western countries like them.

Thinking about all these factors combined, Anthony couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

"Sigh, we lost this round."

Anthony said with great sorrow, "Let the Longxia Navy Expeditionary Fleet come over and intercept them. That would be giving them an excuse to start a war, and then our aircraft carrier might be lost."

At this moment, even the leader of the Gallic tribe, who had been absolutely determined to intercept the Dragon Xia naval expeditionary fleet from beginning to end, had no choice but to compromise.

"Damn the Dragon Xia Navy, they're so wicked! They dug a huge pit for us without saying a word. Just thinking about it makes me angry!"

"To be honest, I really don't want to let them pass!"

The Hans tribe chief said, "Giving them passage was simple; it only took one order. But the subsequent impact will be too great and will be very detrimental to us."

After the leaders of these two countries spoke, the leaders of other countries followed suit.

"I think this matter hasn't escalated to the point of no return, and there's still room for maneuver. We're not like the Eastern Wilderness Tribe, openly listing the Dragon Summer Tribe as an enemy state. So, even if we let them go, the international losses aren't actually as great as you might imagine." "Don't forget, we arrested those high-ranking Dragon Summer Tribe members before on the grounds that they were spies with dirty hands. Releasing them under any pretext isn't really a shameful thing."

"Our only concern now is the future development of our science and technology. We probably need to start planning early. The Longxia tribe is no longer what it used to be. It probably won't be long before they join the ranks of developed countries and become one with us."

"Since we can't rob the Longxia tribe, let's just find another target to exploit. It's not shameful."

After a lively discussion among the seven leaders, although they were still somewhat unwilling, they chose to back down and opt for a more honorable path.

In their view, not every country on Earth is as difficult to deal with as the Dragon Xia tribe. They can choose another weak country to exploit and still live a good life.

In any case, for them, wealth is meant to be plundered!

Suddenly, a head of state raised a question: "Have you forgotten what the Eagle Tribe told us? If we really welcome the Dragon Summer Expeditionary Fleet, how will we explain it to the Great Chieftain?"

"Explain? We don't need to explain at all."

Anthony looked at the head of state and said bluntly, "Didn't the Grand Chief say before that whatever we do, he neither supports nor opposes us? We have enough initiative!"

The leader of the Gallic Chicken tribe added, "Currently, we are taking these measures due to external pressure. In any case, the Eagle Tribe personally intervened, the aircraft carrier battle group joined the battle, and they even joined forces with the Eastern Wilderness Tribe, but in the end, they did not achieve any results."

"We had just sharpened our knives when the two sides suddenly shook hands and made peace."

"To be honest, we can't be blamed for this. We're victims too, aren't we?"

At this point, the leader of the Gaul tribe paused slightly, then said seriously, "Gentlemen, no matter what, we must consider reality. We absolutely cannot become a second Eastern Wilderness tribe."

Anthony wholeheartedly agreed with this opinion. After seeing that the vast majority of people welcomed the Dragon Xia Navy Expeditionary Fleet, he glanced at the crowd.

"Since the vast majority of people agree to welcome the Dragon Xia Navy, then let's leave it at that. It's settled."

"From now on, we will not appeal. What do you think?"

After speaking, he looked at the other six heads of state, awaiting their responses.

"Agree!"

"Yes, I second that."

"Seconded!"

The six leaders then expressed their approval without any further hesitation.

In any case, none of them wanted to fight the Longxia Navy Expeditionary Fleet and end up with their aircraft carrier being captured, which would be a disgrace on the international stage.

Ultimately, they are an old Western empire, and after their previous hesitation, they have finally made up their minds this time.

They want to allow the Longxia Naval Expeditionary Fleet to pass!

After exchanging views on other international issues, the video conference between the G7 leaders, which lasted for several hours, finally came to an end.

After taking a sip of coffee to refresh himself, Anthony looked at Richard and said seriously, "You are aware of the specific decision. Next, you will immediately send someone to inform the frontline troops."

"Yes, Prime Minister!"

Richard was unwilling, but he had no choice but to take this measure.

The Longxia tribe is no longer what it used to be. This strategy is the most reasonable and has the least loss. It avoids offending the Longxia tribe and also avoids losing too much face. In short, this result is barely acceptable.

Not long after Richard left to receive his orders, Anthony instructed his staff, "Contact the head of the foreign affairs department immediately. I have something to tell him."

"Yes."

The staff member accepted the order and left.

In the Atlantic Ocean, this is the front line and the base of the seven-nation fleet. More than two hundred warships have been stationed here for several hours without making any move.

The view from above is quite spectacular!

They were still waiting for orders from headquarters; after all, they were soldiers and obeyed commands.

Inside the main control room of the HMS Elizabeth, Captain Blackett and the others had already gone back to sleep, but still no news came.

"Haven't there been any new orders from above?" Blackett asked, yawning.

The first mate said helplessly, "Reporting to the captain, not yet."

Blackett said rather irritably, "It's almost dinnertime, why haven't we received any new orders yet? We need to give you an answer on whether we should continue the war or not."

"If we miss our chance, won't we be in a passive position? Don't they know that time is life?"

The vice-captain shook his head awkwardly, but there was nothing he could do.

The opportunity to fight is fleeting. If it drags on into the night, it will be disadvantageous for them if a battle breaks out. Organizing and coordinating so many warships is a heavy task.

Moreover, every hour wasted diminishes morale and belief, and in the end, it might just become a perfunctory effort.

If things really develop to that point, despite having so many warships and an aircraft carrier fleet, they might not necessarily be able to defeat the Longxia Naval Expeditionary Fleet.

Just then, the communications officer rushed over and urgently reported, "Captain, a coded message from headquarters."

Upon hearing that it was a coded message from headquarters, Blackett immediately perked up and quickly looked towards the communications officer. (End of Chapter)