Yongle Emperor's grandson: Zhu Yuanzhang with cheats, Zhu Di went crazy

The battle lasted from morning until dark, until both sides ran out of ammunition and the sky was dark and visibility was unclear, so the battle ended.

"Zheng Zilong reports that in today's battle, they sank more than 40 enemy ships, including 23 transport ships. They are currently sending people to keep an eye on the enemy, and the warships are replenishing ammunition, preparing to fight a decisive battle with the enemy tomorrow."

Zhu Zhanjun nodded and asked, "How many casualties did we suffer?"

The staff officer flipped a page of the information in his hand and said with a heavy expression: "Three of our warships were sunk, 45 fighter planes crashed, and only 26 pilots were rescued. The rest are still being searched, but there is not much hope."

"In terms of land defense, our troops suffered 78 deaths, 126 injuries, and killed about 2000 enemy troops."

"I understand." Zhu Zhanjun frowned slightly and said, "We must intensify the search and not give up on any pilot. They are still waiting for us to rescue them at sea."

After the staff officer left, Zhu Zhanjun stood beside the map with his hands behind his back.

"Sure enough, the strength of these giants is not comparable to these small forces."

Since the Great Yan War began, whether facing the Southern Monkey Kingdom or the White Elephant, our aircraft suffered almost no losses.

But today, in just one battle with the enemy, they shot down 45 fighter planes without the help of the air force.

If the other side's air force also joins in, I'm afraid the casualty figure will double.

But it was only a moment, and Zhu Zhanjun suppressed his emotions.

They had already prepared themselves mentally for this. This was just the beginning. Next time they would fight head-on with the giants, the casualties would only be more than here.

"Your Majesty."

Zuo Zongtang walked in from outside and put the report materials in his hand on the table next to him.

Zhu Zhanjun turned around and looked at him, asking, "How is it going?"

After Ashoka was captured, Zhu Zhanjun handed him over to Zuo Zongtang, asking Zuo Zongtang to use Ashoka's influence to persuade the entire White Elephant force to surrender.

Zuo Zongtang reported in a low voice: "Based on the negotiations over the past few days, the vast majority of forces have chosen to compromise, but they still put forward some conditions."

“Most of the demands are to retain their current status and give them certain compensation for benefits and land.”

"The southern region has not given us any response. It is obvious that they intend to continue the resistance."

"hehe!"

Zhu Zhanjun sneered, "These white elephants always have naive ideas."

"Tell them that there are no conditions for surrender. The only thing I can do is not to settle accounts for their past deeds after the war and let them retain some of their assets and become civilians."

Zuo Zongtang, who already had a general understanding of the environment here, sighed in his heart when he heard Zhu Zhanjun's final request.

This request is totally unacceptable to the upper castes.

They are used to being high and mighty, but now they are being deprived of everything and becoming the lower-class commoners whom they look down upon, living the same low-class life as those lower castes. Naturally, they cannot accept this.

But he was just thinking about it. If these people could accept it, they could save their lives. If they couldn't accept it, with Zhu Zhanjun's temper, the high caste race would probably be wiped out.

"Oh, my Lord, we just received a secret report that Queen Yeka and the little mustache have joined forces. They have formed a military alliance and a joint army, preparing to launch an attack on Gaul."

Remembering the intelligence that a military adviser was going to deliver before he came, Zuo Zongtang hurriedly reported what he had learned to Zhu Zhanjun and put the intelligence on the table.

Zhu Zhanjun turned around quickly and picked up the information.

"The war has really begun."

After reading the intelligence, Zhu Zhanjun closed his eyes, then suddenly opened them and said to Zuo Zongtang: "The next thing is up to you. I need to go back."

Early in the morning of the second day, Zhu Zhanjun returned to the capital under the escort of dozens of fighter jets. He immediately summoned civil and military officials to hold a military meeting.

The news of the alliance between Moustache and Queen Yeka has not been made public yet, but I believe it will be hidden for a short time.

Zhu Zhanjun believed that once this news was made public, forces like the Bald Eagle and the British Sun would no longer just declare war verbally but not participate in the war as they did now.

Once the two sides start fighting, the whole world will be in complete chaos.

The meeting lasted a whole day and night, and a plan for the next war was worked out.

The day after the meeting, Tang Jian boarded the latest long-distance aircraft and headed for the Great Soviet Empire.

Although Queen Yeka was somewhat surprised at the arrival of the diplomatic envoy from Dayan, she still gave them a warm reception.

Not only was a grand welcoming ceremony prepared, but the Great Su Empire's Minister of State was also invited to personally welcome him.

"Mr. Tang, I have to admire your country's technological strength. You actually have transport planes that can travel thousands of miles."

Looking at Tang Jian getting off the new passenger plane, the Minister of State stepped forward and shook hands and hugged Tang Jian cordially, then looked at the brand new transport plane with envy.

Tang Jian just smiled slightly and said a few simple humble words.

The two parties boarded the carriage specially prepared by Queen Ka and went to the resting place specially prepared for Tang Jian and others. In order to welcome Tang Jian, the distinguished guest, Queen Yeka prepared a huge banquet, and all the famous noble ladies in Dasu came to attend.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please allow me to introduce a distinguished guest to you."

The queen was holding a wine glass, wearing an elegant dress, and looking down with a smile on her face.

After everyone looked over, she extended her hand and raised her voice, "I am Mr. Tang Jian, the highest diplomat of the Great Yan Empire."

Tang Jian, wearing a new Hanfu costume, walked forward with a smile and raised his glass to signal to everyone.

Everyone present was a well-mannered person. Regardless of whether they knew who Tang Jian was or not, they all cheered with warm applause.

After a brief speech of thanks, the banquet officially began.

Beautiful music played and men and women danced gracefully on the dance floor.

The queen sat in the first seat, with Tang Jian and the ministers of state sitting below her.

The people of the Great Su Empire like to reach an agreement at a cocktail party. Looking at the lively crowd below, the queen raised her glass to Tang Jian and said with a smile, "This first glass of wine is to congratulate your country on its perfect victory in the White Elephant Strait."

"On behalf of our Majesty, I would like to thank the Queen for her congratulations." Tang Jian smiled slightly and raised his glass in response.

On the day he set out, he received the news of victory.

After three days of naval battle, Zheng Zilong won the final victory and completely defeated the United Forces fleet at the cost of losing more than 20 warships.

Although we did not completely wipe out the enemy and forced them to run away a lot, we also inflicted severe damage on them.

In this battle, the Yan army sank more than 180 enemy warships, most of which were transport ships, causing serious damage to the enemy soldiers.

In addition, more than a dozen steel warships were captured, half of which were over 10,000 tons.

The two sides took a sip of wine, and the Queen finally spoke: "I wonder what your country plans to do with those captured warships?"

Tang Jian raised his eyebrows and understood what the other party meant. It was obvious that he had his eyes on those warships.

These Soviets, like the Russians, have no problem with the military, but they are much worse in terms of equipment.

Especially in the navy, there are not many main battleships that can be used. In addition, the internal industry is weak. It is difficult to own some advanced battleships in a short period of time.

The people of Dasu had thought about buying it, but the situation has been very tense in recent years, and their own production is not enough, so it is impossible to sell it to Dasu, as they might become enemies.

As a result, the Great Su Empire, while having a first-rate army, its navy is not even up to par.

"These matters will naturally be decided by Your Majesty, but I think our proud naval officers and soldiers may not think highly of these damaged guys." Tang Jian first stated that he could not make a decision, but then he gave a subtle reminder that if the navy did not think highly of them, they might very well sell them.

The queen nodded with a smile, exchanged glances with the Minister of State next to her, and then said with a smile: "Our Great Su Empire intends to add some warships, but we haven't chosen a target yet. I wonder if Mr. Tang has any recommendations?"

"Hahaha... Queen, you think too highly of me. I'm really not good at these fighting and killing things. How about this, when I go back home tonight, I'll ask my friends to see if they have any recommendations."

That was all the conversation was about, and neither side talked about this topic anymore.

The Queen has expressed her desire to purchase, and Tang Jian has also responded to her inquiry.

Whether it can be purchased successfully depends on the sincerity of the Su Empire and Zhu Zhanjun's considerations.

As an important guest, Tang Jian naturally attracted a lot of attention. Seeing that his chat with the queen had ended, nobles kept coming to toast him.

Even some socialites looked at Old Tang with dazed eyes, as if they were going to have a deep conversation that evening.

Old Tang naturally refused. He had heard that these Russians were very wild. He was old and in poor health, and could not withstand the torture.

After attending the banquet, Tang Jian had a formal conversation with the other party the next day.

After three days of secret communication, the two sides finally reached a cooperation agreement.

Half of the warships captured by the Yan Army this time were purchased by the Dasu Empire. In addition, there were also intentions for cooperation on various weapons.

After all the calculations, the profits obtained almost reached the tax revenue of Dayan for several years.

After the cooperation was reached, Tang Jian reported the news, and then, with the farewell of the Queen and others, he boarded the plane and went to the man with a mustache.

The main purpose of his trip this time, in addition to establishing some friendly exchanges, was to sell weapons and equipment.

There are simply too many old equipments retired from the three worlds, piled up in warehouses, and we can only watch them rust.

There are simply too many of them to maintain, and even if they are well protected they are of little use.

Now that the world war was imminent, Zhu Zhanjun sent Old Tang out to visit various forces and sell as many goods as possible.

In short, it is to instigate others to fight, and then sell equipment to them, taking the path of Da Piaoliang, leaving Da Piaoliang with nowhere to go. (End of this chapter)