Two Realms: Don't call me evil!

The actions of the Jeko Group were not concealed, and the United States quickly took action.

The United States has several military bases on strategically located islands in the Pacific Ocean.

These military bases can provide supplies and maintenance for warships, and also have military airports built. Relying on the combat radius of fighter jets, they can carry out blockades and attacks on the sea.

After learning that the Jake Group's transport fleet was approaching the Sakura Country, fighter jets took off one after another from the islands of the Beautiful Country and began high-intensity cruises in the sea in the hope of scaring the Jake Group back.

However, the Jeko Group turned a blind eye to this and simply further increased the number of escort warships in the transport fleet.

At the same time, the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bomber of the Jeko Group also appeared over these waters, making the United States' maritime military bases extremely nervous and they did not dare to act rashly.

Because if a real fight breaks out, they might be flattened by the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bombers before they break through the defense zone of the Jeko Group's transport fleet.

As the Jeko Group and the United States confront each other, the atmosphere in the Pacific Ocean becomes more tense day by day.

Fighter planes and bombers of both sides shuttled back and forth in the blue sky, and warships were cruising under the sea. The strong smell of gunpowder made the whole world look over.

Due to the deterrent effect of the JECCO Group's military power, the United States did not dare to act rashly. The first batch of JECCO Group's transport fleet had successfully arrived in the waters of the Sakura Country and landed in Osaka Castle occupied by the JECCO Group.

This transport fleet brought an entire mecha combat brigade, including nearly two hundred Spider main combat mechas, Fly rocket mechas, Scorpion flamethrower mechas, Bee anti-aircraft mechas, and Locust transport mechas.

In addition, two infantry divisions and a heavy armored brigade of the Jake Group were transported. With such powerful combat capability, plus the Jake Group's original garrison in Osaka, its strength has expanded rapidly.

In fact, when the seaborne reinforcements of the JECCO Group arrived, the Sakura Country did not want to recapture Osaka Castle first and drive the JECCO Group out to sea, but the reality made them powerless.

Because the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bombers of the Jeko Group carried out round-the-clock bombing missions on the Sakura Country, bombs were dropped on the territory of the Sakura Country day and night.

The range of a Luanfeng aerospace strategic bomber is an astonishing 3.6 kilometers. It can remain in the air for a long time and carry hundreds of tons of various bombs and missiles, various vehicles, a battalion of paratroopers, and can also take on the command function of an airborne early warning aircraft.

Under the attack of multiple sorties of Luanfeng aerospace strategic bombers, the Self-Defense Forces in the Sakura Country were dizzy. Radar stations, military camps, ammunition depots, airports, missile positions, communication base stations, power plants, etc. all suffered varying degrees of damage and paralysis in the bombing.

Some fighter jets of the Sakura Country that wanted to take off were no match for the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bomber. They were either shot down on the airport runway or blown up by anti-aircraft missiles after taking off.

In modern military affairs, if one has air superiority, the advantage is already enormous.

Not only military facilities, but also many civilian buildings were affected during the air raids and turned into ruins in the bombing. A large number of Sakura Country civilians were killed.

In response, the Jeko Group stated that the bomb's trajectory was deviated by strong winds. As for whether the outside world believed this or not, the Jeko Group did not care.

In the high-intensity attack of the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bombers, not to mention assembling troops to attack Osaka Castle, many Self-Defense Forces troops disappeared in the bombing before they even left the barracks.

The remaining large forces did not dare to leave their bunkers and positions and expose themselves in open areas, as they would soon be bombed and suffer heavy losses.

In addition to the power of the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bomber itself, this is also because the Sakura Country is too small and they basically have no strategic depth.

Given the attack range of the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bomber and its huge bomb load, the attack of the Luanfeng aerospace strategic bomber is bound to come within fifteen minutes as long as the information of the Sakura Country Self-Defense Forces is exposed.

Under such circumstances, the Sakura Country can only maintain self-preservation, and even self-preservation is difficult, and it is really powerless to recover Osaka City.

Therefore, when the transport fleet of the Jeko Group brought a large number of reinforcements, the troops rested in Osaka Castle for two days.

Immediately, the Jeko Group's ground offensive in the Sakura Country was launched in full swing. The Mecha Combat Brigade led the way, the Sky Luanfeng aerospace strategic bomber was responsible for providing battlefield fire support, and the Spider main combat mecha rushed around rampaging. Some sporadic Sakura Country Self-Defense Forces were hit, and almost all of them collapsed at the first touch.

Kyoto City, formerly known as Heian-kyo, is located in the western part of Sakura Country. It is an inland city and the eighth most populous city in Sakura Country.

In the past, this place has always been the capital of the Cherry Blossom Country. The long-term historical accumulation has made Kyoto City have quite rich historical relics. It is the spiritual hometown of the Cherry Blossom Country people, the source of Cherry Blossom culture, and a place of cultural symbolism.

However, this ancient capital of the Sakura people has now seen many buildings shattered in the bombing. Fires have spread through many high-rise buildings and streets, with burning black smoke billowing into the sky like a raging hellfire, mixed with the cries of the Sakura people, corpses everywhere and panicked crowds, forming a picture of hell.

This city itself is part of the Osaka metropolitan area and is also the first target of the JECCO Group's ground forces. The significance of occupying this place is not only literal, but also can strike a blow to the spirit of the people of Sakura.

The troops that attacked the city were not from the Jake Group.

The Jake Group only provided fire support. As for those who actually entered the city, the Jake Group planned to send out its own trained security forces, all of which were composed of Sakura people.

Of course, they now have a new name and have been awarded the title of Imperial Army by the Jeko Group.

March 2033, 3, morning!

At this time in the Kyoto area, it was drizzling and the ground became muddy and wet.

The rain hit the hundreds of tons of steel body of the Spider's main battle mecha, and the raindrops shattered into pieces, but could not stop the bombardment of artillery fire.

The 203mm main cannon roared continuously, launching shells weighing hundreds of kilograms into the city of Kyoto dozens of kilometers away.

Not far from the Spider's main battle mecha's artillery position, a team of senior officers from the Sakura Country Imperial Army stood here. Even though they were soaked by the rain, they did not dare to move.

Suddenly, an armored command vehicle came over, and the senior officers of the Imperial Army present all became alert.

As the armored command vehicle came to a stop, Hao Guang, commander of the 1st Mechanized Combat Brigade, walked out.

"Taijun, be careful not to catch a cold."

Araki Ken, the senior staff officer of the Imperial Army, bowed and took the raincoat and respectfully put it on Hao Guang.

The other Imperial Army officers who were a step slower cursed inwardly, saying that Araki Kenichi, this bastard who only knew how to flatter, had been overtaken by the other side again.

Hao Guang glanced at the senior officers of the Imperial Army present. Some of them were surrendered non-commissioned officers from the Self-Defense Forces of the Sakura Country, some were representatives sent by wealthy chaebols in Osaka who took advantage of the situation, and some were small figures who had seized opportunities from the bottom and climbed up by joining the JEC Group.

Feeling Hao Guang's gaze, many officers of the Imperial Army felt frightened.

The commander of the First Mecha Combat Brigade in front of him was a powerful figure in the Jeko Group and the commander of the Jeko Group's ground offensive forces. He could easily decide their life and death. "Before I came here, the head of state personally issued an order to establish a new regime in Sakura Country and divide Sakura Country into two. In the future, a new system and order will be established in Kyoto City to restore it as the capital."

Hao Guang's tone was calm, but when these words fell into the ears of the Imperial Army present, their hearts were shaken.

They all knew about the great achievements of the Jeko Group. They were veterans at splitting up countries. For example, the State of Assam was established by the Jeko Group after it seized the country and ceded it to India.

The Kingdom of Java was also divided into two by the Djeko Group, and the Kingdom of Sata was indirectly replaced by the Djeko Group's Faha regime.

"The leader is watching our performance. Kyoto is the first city we want to capture. We can't feed useless people with the food of our Jeko Group. I want to see the role of your Imperial Army. Therefore, I have decided to transfer the main force entering the city street fighting to your Imperial Army.

Whoever can capture Kyoto City, I will report to the head of state to commend him and become an advanced activist of the Jeko Group.

With this achievement, you will be able to go further in the future, and it is not impossible for you to even become the president of a new country."

Hao Guang spoke out the plan with a voice full of temptation, which made the hearts of all the Imperial Army soldiers who heard it beat wildly and their eyes became hot.

After these high-ranking officials of the Imperial Army digested his words, Hao Guang continued: "Now, who is willing to take the initiative to volunteer to take over Kyoto City?"

The scene fell silent, with the top leaders of the Imperial Army calculating and weighing the pros and cons in their minds.

"I, Araki Kenichi, am willing to take the lead. Taijun, give me 80,000 soldiers and take over Kyoto City within a month."

Just as other high-ranking officials of the Imperial Army were still thinking, a loud shout was heard, which scared them.

Everyone turned around and saw that it was Araki Kenichi, the flatterer again.

Seeing this, the others dared not delay any longer, fearing that they would not be able to eat the hot food if they were late.

"Taijun, I am also willing to lead the siege. If you give me 25 imperial troops, I am sure I can take over Kyoto within days."

"25 days is nothing. I can take over Kyoto in 20 days and present it to the great leader."

"Not only will I take Kyoto City in 20 days, I can also guarantee that I will collect all the cultural relics in Kyoto City and give them all to the Imperial Army."

These high-ranking officials of the Imperial Army are fighting for this opportunity, and everyone recognizes that this is a hot commodity. With the support of the Jeko Group, they are not worried about not being able to capture Kyoto City.

Apart from anything else, Kyoto City is now in a state of siege. It is difficult for the Sakura Country Self-Defense Forces to provide reinforcements. Even if they try to wear down the defenders inside, they can still kill them. In addition, they have the heavy firepower support of the Jeko Group, so they are quite confident about this.

And if they can take the lead in attacking Kyoto City, they will be able to enter the vision of the top management of the Jeko Group. Just as Hao Guang said just now, this achievement may allow them to sit on the presidency in the future. This makes many people's ambitions burn.

"Within fifteen days, I will capture Kyoto City."

But at this moment, Araki Kenichi spoke again.

"The fifteenth? There is no joking in the army."

Hao Guang had a grim expression, he knew exactly what kind of people the Imperial Army was. Most of them were surrendered militia and the Self-Defense Forces of the Sakura Country, their combat effectiveness was not reliable at all.

"Ten days! Conquer Kyoto in ten days!"

Kenichi Araki gritted his teeth, his expression ferocious, and made harsh remarks.

He came from the bottom of society and was originally a militiaman forcibly conscripted by the Sakura government. Later, after Osaka was occupied by the Jeko Group, he was promoted all the way because he joined the Jeko Group early on and did a good job of flattering the Imperial Army. So he wanted to gamble and gamble for a future.

"This guy is crazy."

The other high-ranking military officers of the Sakura Country were shocked and looked at Kenichi Araki in disbelief.

Does this guy know what he is talking about? He is not leading the elite soldiers of the Jake Group.

How could it be possible for the Imperial Army to capture Osaka in ten days? You have to know that there are more than 50,000 Self-Defense Forces stationed in Osaka City!
Although the Self-Defense Forces in Kyoto must have suffered heavy losses from aerial bombardments and artillery strikes, many people still think it is a fantasy to take over Kyoto in just ten days relying solely on the Imperial Army. Twenty days is already very tight.

"Okay, I'll give you another 20,000 Imperial Army soldiers, but you'll be responsible for their deployment and military expenses!"

Hao Guang showed an admiring look, it was rare to see such a bold guy.

"I don't need military funds. I just hope that the Lord can promise me one thing: to capture the city and allow us to have some good activities in the city."

Araki Kenichi took the opportunity to propose that he knew what he needed, and without sufficient benefits, he would not be able to drive the Imperial Army soldiers under him to work hard.

"If you fail to take down Kyoto within ten days, you will lose your head. Do you understand?"

Hao Guang did not hesitate. His original intention was to let the Sakura people fight each other and reduce the sacrifice of soldiers from the Jeko Group. As for what Kenichi Araki would do in Kyoto City, it had nothing to do with him.

"Hey, I will serve the Imperial Army till my death. It's up to you, Taijun, to see how I perform."

Kenichi Araki patted his chest with a fearless expression, which made Hao Guang look at him with a new respect.

Although it is not known whether Kenichi Araki can complete the task of taking Kyoto City in ten days, the goal of consuming the population of Sakura Country can definitely be achieved. Unless Kenichi Araki does not want to lose his own head, he will definitely attack Kyoto City with all his strength.

At that time, whether the Sakura Country Self-Defense Forces in Kyoto City failed or the Imperial Army suffered heavy losses, it didn't matter to Hao Guang, because those who died were all Sakura Country people.

After Hao Guang left, the high-ranking officers of the Imperial Army at the scene looked at this madman, Araki Kenichi, with eyes as if they were looking at a dead man. They obviously did not believe that he could take over Kyoto City in ten days. How could such a thing be possible?

"Just watch, you losers. I'm going to take down Kyoto City for you to see."

Araki Kenichi snorted coldly, looking at the others like a victorious general, as if he had already seen the day when he would take over Kyoto City, rise to a higher position in the JEC Group, and become a big shot that everyone would pay attention to. (End of this chapter)