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Chapter 1613: The Perseverance Incident (rd update, please subscribe)
5 month 31 day,
After a televised address to the world, the SEA announced a complete sea and air blockade against the Jakarta authorities.

An aerial blockade was thus formed across the Strait of Malacca in the Indian Ocean and the Java Sea.

In the Indian Ocean, a battle group centered on two aircraft carriers implemented a comprehensive maritime and air blockade.

From Malacca to Java Island, SENavy's warships, aircraft and SEAF's fighter early warning aircraft formed a maritime blockade.

In response, the Malaysian and Singaporean naval and air forces also joined in.

In order to ensure normal navigation in the Strait of Malacca, a navigation area was specially demarcated. Ships passing through the Strait of Malacca must gather off the coast of Singapore, and then be escorted by escort warships through the waters of Malacca.

"All merchant ships must comply with the requirements. Any merchant ship that attempts to break away from the escort fleet or enter the Strait of Malacca without permission will be regarded as an attempt to assist the Jakarta authorities."

Faced with such demands, almost all countries chose to obey.

After all, they are domineering!

But this is just almost all. After the blockade was launched, there are still some countries that said, "We will never compromise with the running dogs of imperialism."

This was said on the radio, and the words were full of confidence.

On this day, a merchant ship continued its journey after passing through the waters off Singapore.

When the Liberty ship, fully loaded with cargo, was heading towards the Rokko Strait, the Hawkeye early warning aircraft in the air had already discovered the target on the radar and sent the target information immediately. The "Perseverance" patrol ship of the South China Sea Coast Guard, which was on guard duty, immediately rushed to the sea area to carry out the interception mission.

"Merchant ship ahead, please pay attention, you have entered a restricted navigation zone, please return immediately."

While the patrol ship issued a warning via radio, the Coast Guard officers aimed their guns at the merchant ship.

Faced with the warning issued by the patrol ship, the merchant ship did not slow down, but continued to sail towards the Strait of Malacca.

"Unknown nationality merchant ship, please evacuate immediately, otherwise it will be regarded as a challenge to the embargo order, and our ship will intercept it by force."

In response to the warning, the captain in the merchant ship's bridge stared at the warship in the distance and said.

"Comrades, we must never compromise with these running dogs of imperialism!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the crew members around him agreed. The instructor, who had previously insisted on not compromising, reminded:
"Captain, those imperialist running dogs will definitely stop us. I think we should be prepared!"

The boatswain beside him also agreed:
"That's right, Captain. They have guns, and we have guns too!"

The captain nodded and said:
"Although those weapons are used to stop pirates, what is the difference between their behavior and that of pirates now? Give the weapons to the comrades and get ready."

At the same time, the captain said:

"Tell them that this is public waters. We absolutely do not recognize the illegally designated no-fly zone. Our ship will continue to sail along the international commercial shipping route!"

When giving this order, the captain asked the radio station director again.

"Is the radio station fixed?"

"We are missing some parts and haven't fixed them yet."

If it is not repaired, it means we will not be able to contact the country.

Since we can't get in touch with the country, we'll just follow the orders on the radio.

For the captain, he believed that his choice was the right one.

In response to the response from the merchant ship of unknown nationality, Shi Feiyun, captain of the patrol ship Perseverance, once again ordered a warning.

"Unidentified merchant ship, please evacuate immediately. Otherwise I will have to use force to stop you!"

"Unidentified merchant ship, please evacuate immediately. Otherwise I will have to use force to stop you!"

Amid the successive warnings, the merchant ship of unknown nationality continued to move forward, completely ignoring their warnings.

Looking at the merchant ships approaching the restricted navigation zone through the telescope, Shi Feiyun frowned and said:

"Report this matter and request instructions from the Joint Command."

At the same time, Shi Feiyun ordered:

"Once it enters the restricted navigation area, fire warning shots over the bow."

After the order was issued, the gunner pointed the Italian-made 76mm Aragato naval gun at the merchant ship. This naval gun is a compact, fast-firing and high-speed naval gun. It uses an unmanned turret and an automatic loader, and can be automatically fired by the fire control computer according to the operator's settings. The operator can also remotely control the shooting operation.

As soon as this light naval gun produced by Otto Merara was launched, it became popular in Western countries and became the main naval gun for many light warships.

SENavy is also an exception. In addition to the 76mm naval gun, there is also a 20mm Vulcan gun, which is also aimed directly at the target.

While the guns were pointed at the merchant ships, the sailors on the merchant ships were also leaning on the deck with rifles and submachine guns, ready to fight back with force. As the two sides were on the verge of a fight, Zhao Shangqin, listening to the reports from his subordinates in the Chang'an Joint Operations Command, just snorted and said:

"Notify the blockade troops to carry out everything according to military orders. There is no need to worry about anything."

"But Commander, that ship is..." Before his subordinate could finish, Zhao Shangqin said:
"It doesn't matter where the ship is. As long as they enter the restricted area, we will open fire. There is no room for negotiation. What is the red line? Those who cross the red line must pay the price! Otherwise, what is the red line for?
Could it be used to weave carpets for people to step on for fun? Inform the Perseverance, turn on the camera, and issue a warning again. We have conclusive evidence! "

"General, do I need to report to the official residence?"

Facing his subordinates' reminder, Zhao Shangqin was silent for a moment, then said:
"This is a military operation. Your Excellency has signed the order, and the soldiers are responsible for executing it. There is no need to ask for instructions on everything! Order nearby patrol ships and helicopters to provide reinforcements."

The order has been given.

Just a few minutes later, Shi Feiyun on the patrol ship Jianren looked at the merchant ship that had entered the restricted area and said:

"Again, the warning has been issued."

"Unknown nationality merchant ship, your ship has entered the restricted navigation zone, please stop your ship immediately and wait for our inspection. Otherwise, I will have to use force to intercept!"

"Unknown nationality merchant ship, your ship has entered the restricted navigation zone, please stop your ship immediately and wait for our inspection. Otherwise, I will have to use force to intercept!"

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After issuing the third warning, Shi Feiyun looked through the telescope at the crew members leaning against the side with weapons in hand. He put down the telescope, then remained silent for a moment and said:
"First, use the Vulcan cannon to fire a warning shot. If the ship does not stop and return, then open fire!"

When the order was given, Shi Feiyun couldn't help but sigh. When his eyes turned to the old Liberty Ship, the Vulcan cannon on the side of the ship opened fire.

A string of shells trailing red light swept past the bow of a merchant ship of unknown nationality. As the shells flew into the air, the crew on the ship immediately shouted.

"They're firing! Shoot! Shoot to death these running dogs of imperialism."

Although they were about five or six hundred meters apart, the crew still fired at the Resoluteness with rifles, submachine guns and light machine guns.

When the bullets whizzed towards them, the sailors on the Endurance were caught off guard. One sailor was shot on the spot. When he was hit by the bullet, the sailors realized that there were weapons on the merchant ship.

"Get down, they have weapons..."

In the face of warnings, the merchant ship did not stop, but instead actively fought back!
This scene shocked everyone and made the sailors of the Endurance believe that this merchant ship was not an ordinary merchant ship.

"Their ship must be carrying munitions. Intercept it!"

Shi Feiyun shouted loudly:
"Use Vulcan cannons and machine guns to fire above the waterline and on the decks..."

With an order, the artillery roared and rained bullets at the merchant ship. For a moment, shells fell like raindrops above the waterline and the cabins above the deck, and the sailors operating the Browning machine guns also fired at the targets above the deck.

When the injured sailors were dragged into the cabin, the battle had already begun. Under the captain's command, the Endurance continued to approach the merchant ship of unknown nationality and repeatedly issued warnings.

When the cabin of the merchant ship was riddled with holes, Shi Feiyun ordered to stop shooting and ordered:
"Send the warning again, tell them to shut down and disarm!"

The Resolute was passing by its side while issuing a warning. Inside the damaged bridge, the captain, holding a pistol, looked at the people around him. Many of them were injured. At this time, the instructor shouted:
"We must not surrender, comrades, we must fight to the end..."

After saying that, he stood up and shot at the enemy. Although he knew that the bullets could not harm the enemy warships at all, he still shot stubbornly.

This scene was also recorded by the camera.

The two sides exchanged fire again.

"Radio Station Director, Radio Station Director..."

The captain shouted, and the reporting officer quickly stood up.

"Send a distress telegram quickly, telling people that our ship has been attacked by the running dogs of imperialism!"

The captain's face turned pale and his voice trembled.

"You must send a telegram no matter what, otherwise we will all die in vain. You must tell your family about our experience."

"But our radio station has been out of order for a long time!"

Because the radio station had a malfunction, they were unable to contact the country, so they held a meeting and decided to ignore the blockade order issued by SEA.

In their view, obeying the SEA's orders would undoubtedly be compromising with the imperialist running dogs.

Hence the current conflict.

As the hull was continuously hit by bullets, several crew members were injured. As for the instructor, he was also hit by bullets. The fierce battle lasted for three hours from 3 pm. Although the Endurance requested to stop sailing and accept inspection many times during this period, it was rejected without exception.

Three hours later, several patrol ships arrived at the sea area, and the naval commandos also arrived at the sea area by helicopter. Then, under the fire cover of the patrol ships, the commandos forced an airdrop. After successfully boarding the ship, the commandos swept along the deck with submachine guns.

When the crew tried to resist, the commandos did not show any mercy, but they usually just injured the enemy and eliminated their combat effectiveness, sweeping from the deck to the cabin. In the engine room, some engineers even resisted with weapons such as wrenches, but this resistance was obviously futile.

Half an hour later, at 6:30 a.m. that day, after all crew members were disarmed, the merchant ship of unknown nationality finally stopped resisting and was immediately detained.

When the boarding personnel searched the merchant ship's cargo, they found materials that were not marked in the cargo list - arms!
"There are indeed munitions on the merchant ship!"

This discovery made everyone breathe a sigh of relief, this was conclusive evidence!

(End of this chapter)