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Chapter 1533 I am very beautiful and never afraid (third update, please subscribe)
"The Maddox has suffered heavy damage!"

At this time, the Pentagon was discussing heatedly how to deal a heavy blow to Hanoi. As for the White House, it was still hesitating. Johnson was still thinking about how to save face and fight back against the sarcasm of Republican Walt.

The news that the "Maddox" was attacked stunned him!

As for the generals in the Pentagon, they shouted directly:

"Damn, those monkeys in Hanoi are awesome! They brought the reason for war themselves..."

Amid such cheers, the news immediately became the headlines of major American media at the time and quickly spread across the country. The front-page headline of the New York Times finally became the US Navy and the "Maddox". When the photo of the "Maddox" with holes in it appeared in the newspaper.

Everyone knows what the warlike Americans will choose!

"It's a really regrettable thing."

Li Yian, holding the microphone, seemed to have a serious tone, but he also had a cheerful look on his face.

"I still think that Hanoi is just a minor issue and we should not invest too much energy there. Mr. President, now, the most appropriate option is to use this incident to force them to make concessions and commitments through diplomatic efforts."

Of course, for those who are warlike by nature, such peaceful persuasion is useless!

After putting down the phone, Li Yian stood up and walked around the desk. He lit a cigar, took a puff, and exhaled a long, slow puff of smoke, muttering to himself:
"Monkeys, what a group of good monkeys!"

Sometimes, things change quietly.

No one expected that the group of monkeys would actually get missile speedboats, and no one expected that they would actually strengthen the United States.

This is simply...awesome!

If I was worried before that the Americans would not jump into the swamp without hesitation, now there is no doubt about it.

The west wind blows, the drums of war beat, and no one in this world is afraid of anyone else.

I am beautiful and never afraid!
If I, Da Piaoliang, had been cowardly in this matter, how could he have defended the free world with so many of his followers watching? Now everyone else has taken advantage of him.

When people’s hearts are in chaos, it’s hard to lead the team.

In order to avoid all this from happening, Da Piaoliang will definitely retaliate with all her might, and revenge with all her might means an escalation of the war!

After learning that the "Maddox" had been attacked, US President Lyndon Johnson made a public televised speech. In his speech, Johnson did not tell everyone what the two warships were doing there. He only said that the US warship was attacked by Hanoi on the high seas. It was an attack on US warships sailing on the high seas.

"This is a naked act of aggression."

What would Americans think when they heard this?
Are you rebelling against me?
tidy!

With this foundation, Johnson ordered a retaliatory strike against the North Vietnamese regime. Immediately, 64 US bombers entered North Vietnamese airspace and bombed Nghe An, Hong Gia and Thanh Hoa.

The day after the U.S. military bombed Hanoi, Johnson submitted a message to Congress asking Congress to allow him to use the U.S. armed forces to counter the North Vietnamese attacks, protect "freedom and peace" in Southeast Asia, and protect Saigon and Laos.

In a word, I, Da Piaoliang, am going to take care of someone.

Three days after the Gulf of Tonkin incident, the U.S. Congress passed the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, authorizing the president to take all necessary measures to resist any armed attack against the U.S. military. This resolution gave Johnson the green light to order full intervention in the Vietnam War, and a large number of U.S. soldiers and weapons and equipment entered Vietnam.

"Look, this is America. We never give up..."

Lying on the sofa, Li Yian hugged Grace's delicate body and watched Johnson's so-called "Defending America and the Free World" speech on TV.

At this moment, the smile on his face could not be concealed, and he listened to every word with relish.

Even so, it was very restrained. After all, Grace was an American, and it would be too gloating to show happiness on her face.

"I really don't know when there will be no more wars in this world."

Grace Kelly said unhappily that although Johnson said it was to protect the United States, she was still very unhappy about the outbreak of the war.

Not many people like war.

“That’s just the way the world is.”

Li Yian's hand reached along Grace's neck, gently caressing the woman in his arms, and said,
"War is always inevitable, no matter what excuse it is given. From ancient times to the present, war has never stopped. Perhaps this is the sadness of mankind. Sometimes, we can only face it helplessly."

Now Li Yian seems to have become a "pacifist" again, completely ignoring the fact that his army is waging a war in Java, well, it is a war on terror, to defend peace.

I have to say, sometimes people are just so double-standard.

"You say that as if you are a peace-loving person."

Grace, who was being played with, looked at the man unhappily and said:

"When I was in the United States, I saw a lot of news about you in the newspapers, saying that you were not only a playboy, but also a warmonger."

Although he controls several newspapers and TV stations in the United States, compared with the hundreds of TV stations and thousands of newspapers in the United States, there will be some people standing on the opposite side. In fact, those left-wing newspapers and left-wing TV stations have always regarded Li Yian as a warmonger.

"Is this a compliment? I don't deny that men's desire for sex and violence is engraved in their DNA. The former is women, and the latter is war. I think as a man, I am very successful."

As Li Yian spoke, his hands moved more vigorously.

"Besides, you are so beautiful, how can I not want to conquer you? Even if I have to bear some infamy for this, it is worth it."

His answer made Grace feel powerless. This man could always find many excuses. However, she really enjoyed the feeling of being conquered.

Conquering is never an easy thing. Sometimes, if you are not careful, you will fall into it. When the beautiful woman blew the horn and rushed into the quagmire without hesitation, the world was moving in the direction it was moving in. Once again, British Foreign Secretary Alec Douglas-Home walked into the official residence.

"We have expressed our concerns about the current situation through our ambassador to the United States, but just as your efforts have failed, the Americans do not agree with London's views on the situation."

Alec looked solemn as he reported the latest situation.

“Washington’s thinking is very sloppy.”

Li Yian made a direct assertion and said:
"However, I can understand why the United States has such a violent reaction. After all, the United States has been attacked."

"Yes, sir, London understands that, too.

After all, the situation of the United States and the United Kingdom was different. When we led the world, we did so through balance, while the United States, like the Soviet Union, wanted to lead the world. Whether it was the United States or the Soviet Union, both of them believed that they were not only capable of leading the world, but also capable of destroying each other. So the fierce confrontation between them was inevitable. "

It has to be said that as old-fashioned imperialists, their politicians are of very good quality.

Britain's attitude towards the Vietnam War was very clear. It maintained a tendency to be neutral. While not sending armed forces to participate in the war, Britain did not prevent Australia from joining the war.

It was not stopped because Britain was also worried about a domino reaction, but that was all.

"So, London's position is one of neutrality, Your Excellency, and I believe our positions should be consistent."

What is biased neutrality? It means providing all kinds of help other than moral help. In other words, it means doing nothing.

"Um,"

Li Yian nodded and said:

"I agree with that! And I think there is a good chance that the United States will run into trouble there this time."

"What? America is going to be in trouble."

Alec asked seriously:

"Do you think the great powers will support Hanoi in resisting to the end?"

"This is an obvious thing. It was proven during the Peninsula War."

Li Yian shook his head and smiled bitterly.

“Although they are facing some problems at the moment, they are definitely not affected to the extent that they cannot provide support to Hanoi.

Of course, from the perspective of Southeast Asia, we certainly hope that the Americans can successfully contain the serious situation in Southeast Asia."

Having someone like Da Piaoliang in the front can certainly solve many problems.

At present, Johnson does not dare to send troops directly to Saigon to fight, but he is just trying to increase the intensity.

This is not because they are afraid of Hanoi, but because the election has not yet been concluded. Once Johnson is officially confirmed as re-elected, the American soldiers will surely set out with high spirits. The United States will need at least several months to prepare.

In fact, this is the biggest problem of Johnson and his ilk. They have already had the nerve to export, but they are still hesitating and restrained.

A guy like this definitely can't win the war. If it were Walt, well... he wouldn't win either.

After all, the opponents they face are not just Hanoi.

"Yes, in that respect the American action in Saigon was to our advantage. But I am here because Downing Street recognises that this is an opportunity for us."

Alec continued.

"Before the United States sends troops, they will certainly try to persuade Britain and other allies to send troops. In this case, they will definitely make concessions on some issues."

Looking at the Excellency in front of him, Alec said:

"That is the East African Federation. London believes that the time is ripe to put the East African Federation on the agenda. After all, Washington now needs to gain more support."

This is a typical example of imperial diplomats. Although they had long put the establishment of the East African Federation on the agenda, they had kept it secret. They were waiting for the opportunity, waiting for the opportunity when the Americans would not stop them.

Li Yian said while marveling at the shrewdness of these imperial diplomats.

"You are right. The Americans are asking for something from us now. They will definitely make concessions on the colonies."

This is the price the United States needs to pay for waging this war, even if it wants to gain the support of its allies.

Even if the UK explicitly rejects one of them, the US will certainly still hope to get some assistance in other areas, which gives the UK room for bargaining.

Alec continued:

"So your Excellency came here this time to seek your opinion, hoping that we can both advance and retreat together on this issue, in exchange for the American support for us on the East African issue."

"Of course, that's what I thought too."

Li Yian nodded in agreement.

Everything in this world is so simple. If you want to get something, you have to pay a certain price. If the United States wants to get Britain's support on the Saigon issue, it must make concessions in Africa.

(End of this chapter)