Crossing the azure as a black dragon

New Jersey sneaked up behind Black Dragon without anyone noticing, and patted Black Dragon's shoulders with both hands as he spoke, startling Black Dragon so much that it immediately bristled.

“I have no objection. Let’s set the recovery work after the Sakura Empire’s regime is stable. We can discuss the specific details later. Let’s have a meal first.”

Black Flying Dragon smirked and, as he spoke, suddenly leaned back and bumped into New Jersey's lower abdomen. The elasticity from the back of her head and the sudden appearance of a round ball obstructing her view made her expression freeze.

Her original intention was to get revenge on New Jersey, but New Jersey was surprisingly durable. Not only did the impact not knock her away, but from an outsider's perspective, it looked as if she was leaning back in New Jersey's arms.

"If it comes to physical ability, I won't lose."

New Jersey looked down at the black dragon and said with a smile.

"Tsk."

Black Flying Dragon clicked his tongue, once again relieved that Formidable hadn't shown up.

Chapter Nine BB

With New Jersey's remarks concluded, the timing for the Pacific Reconstruction Project was essentially set. Meanwhile, after this brief exchange, the kitchen staff finished cooking, and a large number of dishes were served.

There were no unnecessary formalities like those of idlers. After Black Dragon, as the host, gave a simple opening speech, everyone began their meal.

I don't know if New Jersey was too closely watched by the White Eagles, but without the White Eagles' ship girls following her, she completely let loose. Even when eating, she acted like a child, making surprised comments from time to time and recommending that Black Dragon try it.

Black Dragon was quite helpless about this; how could she not have tasted the food from the chef she had specially hired?

"It's getting late, and you've all had a long journey. Why don't you rest here for the night and continue discussing the follow-up matters tomorrow?"

After a quick meal, Black Flying Dragon wiped his mouth with a tissue and made a suggestion to everyone.

"I have no opinion."

The New Jersey man, quite satisfied with the taste of the food, picked up his wine glass and swirled it, giving a casual reply.

Hud, who was accompanying him, quietly sipped his drink, his gaze subtly fixed on the Soviet Union.

She didn't originally want to come, but Wales was really worried about Black Dragon, so he dragged her along.

Black Dragon's hospitality was a little lacking, but it was generally correct.

The meeting was originally supposed to be a negotiation between the Soviet Union and New Jersey and Black Dragon, but she didn't expect that the relationship between New Jersey and Black Dragon was so close that it turned into a one-on-one negotiation between the Soviet Union and Black Dragon.

The relationship between Donghuang and Beilian is neither particularly bad nor particularly good; it's a complex competitive one. The Beilian military is wary of the Black Flying Dragon's existence and has long been negotiating with Donghuang.

If the matter concerning the Black Flying Dragon is not resolved this time, it may affect the exchanges between the two countries at sea.

"No need. I don't have much time to stay here. Since we've already agreed on the time for the battle during our conversation, it's enough to clarify the amount of effort each side will contribute and the general battle strategy."

The Soviet Union looked up and scanned everyone present before getting straight to the point.

"Well, regarding the issue of contribution, the Eastern Empire Naval Command (QQ: 543659389@) has provided the relevant data, which I believe you are already aware of. I personally will join forces with Shinano of Sakura Empire and a small number of elite troops to advance outwards from Sakura Empire's base. Of course, as allies, if you encounter any problems that you cannot handle, you can directly transfer the information to me, and I will go to deal with it."

Upon hearing this, Black Flying Dragon composed himself and explained the general arrangements very directly.

"In that case, our army will march in two directions. The First Fleet and the White Eagle Fleet will jointly stabilize the area near the Bering Sea and expand southward. I will lead the Second Fleet to launch an attack from the Kuril Islands in Sakhalin Province, coordinating with the First Fleet while joining forces with the Eastern Empire Navy and your forces. More specific details will be determined based on the situation at the time."

The Soviet Union nodded and, without further ado, stated directly the direction and scope of its expansion.

"Hmm, I will also be divided into several parts to deal with the situation near the Bering Sea with the Northern Alliance. Then I will lead the main fleet to explore and build combat bases at sea to fight a protracted war. My combat range is relatively wide, so I will not be able to join you."

New Jersey also made timely additions.

"Furthermore, we will not interfere in the internal strife of the Sakura Empire, regardless of whether the outcome is good or bad."

After saying that about New Jersey, he thought for a moment and added a sentence.

During the internal meeting before they came here, the old men of the White Eagle had already assigned the Sakura Empire to the Black Dragons. At least until they found a way to defeat the Black Dragons, they did not intend to be enemies with them.

"If the Sirens launch a major offensive against Sakura Empire, our army will mobilize troops to observe and will not directly participate in the battle. After you repel the Sirens, we will step in to exert pressure and mediate within their ranks."

The Soviet Union glanced at the silent Amagi and revealed its plans for the Sakura Empire's troubles.

Her main objective this time was to persuade Donghuang to send troops to join the counterattack against the Sirens, while she only needed to maintain basic goodwill with Black Dragon.

In a way, the Black Dragon actually helped her a lot. Its appearance gave the Eastern Empire's high-ranking officials an opportunity to win the Siren War, and the proposal that had been rejected before was finally agreed to this time.

This makes the position in Sakura Empire quite important. Unfortunately, what she doesn't understand is that everyone else on the team unanimously disagrees with her taking action against Sakura Empire's territory and regime... There couldn't have been a more suitable opportunity.

Thinking of this, the Soviet Union sighed inwardly. Although Shinano had accomplished nothing in the Northern Union, her opportunism and ability to get things done were indeed very strong. Not to mention those who were in office, many retired comrades actually remembered her good deeds with one Sakura Empire ship and believed that Sakura Empire would be reborn under her command, which she found simply outrageous.

Shinano's capable assistant, Amagi, has now also bewitched the dragon (rabbit) of the Eastern Empire before her, forcing her to admit that the Sakura Empire's ships are indeed adept at bewitching people.

"It's alright, we'll handle the Sakura Empire matter ourselves... But now that we've come this far, I'd like to discuss with you all the intelligence regarding the Sirens."

Black Flying Dragon nodded, then spread his hands and said.

Tiancheng had specifically mentioned that there was something going on between White Eagle and the Northern Alliance, probably hoping she would try to extract some information... She could have just said it directly, but she insisted on beating around the bush and acting as a riddle. If it weren't for an old acquaintance, she wouldn't have wanted to figure it out at all.

"Oh? Please go ahead."

The Soviet Union showed some interest and gestured for Black Dragon to speak first.

"Regarding those Sirens that have been frequently disturbing the sea recently, I captured one and learned from the interrogation that it was under the command of a Siren commander named Yuan. The Sirens have been instigating infighting among nations, and now there are even Siren commanders. I feel that this is very dangerous."

Black Flying Dragon clasped his hands in front of him and said with a stern face.

New Jersey and the Soviet Union frowned almost simultaneously upon hearing this. Their only advantage was the abundance of excellent humans who could conduct multi-pronged defense.

Assuming the Black Dragon is telling the truth, and a Siren commander has emerged among humanity, then this advantage will no longer exist, and the situation on the sea will become even more dangerous in the future.

"Siren Commander, this is unheard of! Have you located Him?"

New Jersey got a bit more serious here and asked Black Dragon a question.

"No, I'm looking for this person. If I can bring him back, I'll get a huge amount of information about the Sirens, so I hope you can keep an eye out for him in your spare time."

Black Flying Dragon shook his head and said.

“I remember. I’ve been adapting to my new combat life since I returned home. However, while I was investigating the data, I noticed that during the time I was missing, someone discovered a suspected Sirens research base inland. It contained a lot of strange data and technology, which greatly promoted the research of Rubik’s Cube technology. Perhaps there is a similar place in your country’s territory. You can try to look for it.”

New Jersey hummed in agreement, hesitated for a moment, and then said yes.

It is considered state secret.

She trusted the people present, and making her allies stronger would make facing the offensive easier.

"I can't believe such a place exists. I'll look for it sometime."

Black Dragon was somewhat surprised. What surprised her was that White Eagle had managed to find those bases, which she had kept hidden very well.

Soviet Union rubbed her temples; her blood pressure was rising because of New Jersey. She knew about it, and even that the Siren research base had contributed to her being able to exist in the real world. What if the Black Dragon became stronger because of it?

"In addition to the inland research base, our military has discovered the Sirens' experimental space in the ice of the Arctic Ocean. There are many Sirens models that have not appeared in the present world. Due to the unknown dangers, our military has not conducted an in-depth investigation. If you are interested, we can take some time to go in and have a look."

After a moment of silence, the Soviet Union spoke.

"..."

Black Dragon sensed something was off, and looked at New Jersey and then at the Soviet Union.

"what happened?"

New Jersey keenly noticed the changes in the Black Dragon.

"No, I'm just curious, do you all share intelligence with the state?"

"Black Flying Dragon said."

"Hey, aren't you one?"

New Jersey, on the contrary, became strange.

"It's not about intelligence sharing, but rather that people in positions like you and me have the right to access this information and understand the situation."

A hint of surprise flashed in the eyes of the Soviet Union.

Could it be that Black Dragon has gathered all the information he knows up to this point through his own efforts? That's astonishing.

"Haha, really? I never noticed."

Black Dragon smiled somewhat awkwardly.

Because of inside spies like Avira and Black Dragon within the Sirens, she never imagined that Donghuang would know much about the Sirens.

"Now that we've joined a national power, I think it would be better to interact with them a little."

The Soviet allies offered a friendly reminder.

"Thank you, I'll be more careful next time."

Black Flying Dragon nodded in agreement.

Chapter Ten: Bringing Evil People to Tiancheng

This meeting was just a preliminary exchange of opinions and decisions. The important matters were covered in a few words, but the information about the Sirens became the main focus of the meeting. As the top ship girls of the three countries, Black Dragon, New Jersey, and the Soviet Union all obtained a lot of secret information and chatted until late at night before the meeting ended.

"Ha, I didn't expect the Sirens to have established so many experimental bases in various countries. Do you think that if I suddenly asked the headquarters for the Sirens' intelligence they have, they would think I have ulterior motives?"

After leaving the conference villa with Tiancheng and Hude, Hei Feilong rubbed his temples and said under the moonlight.

Who do you think you are?

Wales, who was yawning, retorted irritably when he heard Black Dragon's words.

She was puzzled. She had just gotten a lot of information from Black Flying Dragon last time, but Black Flying Dragon had produced a lot of new information. If she didn't know the inside story, she probably would have thought that Black Flying Dragon had ulterior motives.

"Oh! Thinking about it now, I was indeed too distant. I'll go ask the people over there later."

After being rebuked by the Prince of Wales, Black Dragon suddenly remembered that it was now a genuine Eastern Huang-registered ship, so what was there to be embarrassed about?

"..."

The Prince of Wales's lips twitched. She didn't know what Black Dragon was thinking, but judging from his words, it probably wasn't anything good.

"It's getting late. Shall I take you back... or should we arrange accommodations here?"

Without much thought, Black Flying Dragon asked Hu De and the other three.

"Let's rest here. It's inconvenient to keep going back and forth. Thank you for your help."

"Hood spoke up."

Black Dragon nodded and led a few people on a walk through the not-so-bustling streets of the port area, arriving at the cottage where the Prince of Wales had previously lived.

After a brief farewell, the Prince of Wales and Prince Eugen went into the house. Black Dragon glanced at Hood and Tirpitz, and finally arranged for them to stay in the two houses on the left and right.