Azur Lane Mobile Front.

"I will provide upgrades and additions to the Northern Union's systems."

"Even a warship could be considered."

"Ok?"

Rob's offer caught the eye of the Northern Alliance members.

Rob has always maintained strict control over the Gamma-type airships.

Apart from the Sakura Empire, which has become an affiliated faction of the Eastern Empire, there are no other factions that can obtain it.

The reason Rob was willing to pay such a high price was because the more he understood the situation in Donghuang, the more he realized how serious the situation was.

According to St. Louis's compilation and the materials saved by Yi Xian and others.

In Donghuang, the industry is still in the stage of transitioning to industrialization through handicraft production.

Although the system can provide Rob with various mechs, these mechs cannot provide enough food and clothing for the people.

To enhance the overall strength of the Eastern Empire faction, a complete industrial system is essential.

Among all the factions in Azur Lane, only the Northern Union and Eagle Union possess a complete industrial system.

Therefore, even if the Soviet Union didn't come to him this time, he would still go to them.

Because Northern Union is the best partner for this deal.

This is not only because the relationship between Donghuang and the Northern Alliance has always been quite close.

Furthermore, the Northern Union has always been a rather marginalized faction in Azur Lane.

"Commander, I need to think about this matter further."

"After all, this is far too important..."

"It's alright, I'll be waiting for your news anytime."

"Then we'll take our leave now."

The matter was settled, and the Soviet Union did not intend to linger.

A complete industrial system in exchange for a comprehensive upgrade of the Northern Union's military strength—this deal would require careful negotiation even between the Soviet Union and others.

...

Time flies.

In the past few days, Rob has not attended any of the so-called meetings.

He devoted all his time to spending time with his ships.

Therefore, in the past few days, no two ships accompanying Robo have been the same.

However, the gathering that St. Louis had originally planned was postponed for some reason.

This left St. Louis somewhat disappointed.

Nearly a week later, Robert reappeared at the meeting.

"Hmph~ You've been living it up for so long, and now you're finally willing to come over?"

Queen Elizabeth's face showed obvious displeasure upon seeing Robb's appearance.

Of course, Luo wouldn't take it seriously.

Seeing that everyone had arrived by the deadline, Littorio immediately announced the start of the meeting.

Although several days have passed, the content of the meeting is still the same.

The overly tedious process made Rob yawn repeatedly.

"By the way, I have a suggestion."

As she spoke, Queen Elizabeth glanced at Iowa.

After receiving a nod from the other person, she continued.

"Azur Lane hasn't conducted joint exercises in a long time."

"I think it's time to take this opportunity to let the people below see our strength and increase their sense of security."

"Moreover, some things have happened on the White Eagle side, so they need to hold an exercise like this to demonstrate their strength."

What do you all think?

Hearing this, Rob looked puzzled.

"Um, Your Majesty, if I heard correctly, you mean we're going to have a drill, right?"

"That's right!"

Are you sure you want to fight me?

Rob said he had never heard of such a request in his life.

Someone actually came to my door asking me to beat him up?

"Hmph~ You wretched human! Just you wait and see."

"By the way, I should remind you. The traditional naval exercises are the main focus this time!"

"what?!"

Chapter 575: Shinano's Abnormalities

Without a doubt, this so-called exercise was aimed at Donghuang.

Rob just took stock of his ships, and there are only three girls still working on them.

Even if you include the Sakura Empire forces that came to Sardinia, they would only amount to a small fleet.

"Zhenhai, what do you think? Should we just skip this stupid exercise?"

Queen Elizabeth's malicious expression revealed that the royal family had set a trap for Robb.

But Rob still hasn't figured out exactly what it is.

"I advise against doing that."

"Although I roughly know whether the Commander is planning to join forces with Sakura Empire or Iris to not participate in this exercise."

"It might even involve the Northern Alliance."

"However, I still don't recommend doing that."

Zhenhai lowered his head, poking at the tea in his cup, and said in a low voice.

"why?"

"Actually, if you think about it carefully, you'll understand that this exercise is aimed at suppressing our Donghuang, or rather, at the new organization you mentioned, Commander."

"Regardless, in the general perception, the ships still look the same as before."

"The new ship equipment brought by the commander is ultimately just a legend."

"Therefore, the Royal Navy and the White Eagles seized this opportunity."

"If we participate, it will indeed be difficult for us to win, given the strength of our ships."

"In this way, they can use the results of this exercise to spread rumors that our military strength is lacking and that the so-called expedition to other worlds is just a pretext."

After hearing Zhenhai's explanation, Luo Bo basically understood.

He continued Zhenhai's words: "So, if we don't participate, then they will change their perspective."

"They say our new organization is the second Red Axis."

"Heh~ Commander, you're still too kind-hearted."

Zhenhai glanced at Luo Bo and shook his head.

"If it were me, I would secretly reach a certain agreement with Ironblood."

"When the Royals and White Eagles start spreading rumors that we have ulterior motives, let the Ironblood stand up and support us."

"At that time..."

"Yellow mud crotch?"

"Hmm... Commander, although your words weren't very polite, the meaning is still correct."

"Sure enough, even with improved military strength, the gaps in other areas are still too large!"

After discussing things in hushed tones with Zhenhai, Luo Bo leaned back in his chair and sighed.

As established factions, the Royal Navy and the Eagle Union have fallen far behind the Robo family's god-like warships in terms of sheer military strength.

However, evaluating the overall strength of a faction is definitely not just about whether it can fight.

The two established factions that control the propaganda apparatus make it very difficult for Robo's side to even voice its opinions, should they want to.

...

Ultimately, Rob accepted the "invitation" to the exercise.

Meanwhile, the Royal Navy "kindly" suggested that the Eastern Empire and the Sakura Empire form a joint fleet to participate.

As the meeting adjourned, Rob made a point of glancing towards Littorio.

When Rob looked at him, the other man simply gave a polite nod in response, then silently turned and walked out of the venue.

"Huh? Commander, you don't actually have a crush on her, do you?"

Following Rob's gaze, Zhenhai saw Littorio's back.

"Don't talk nonsense, Zhenhai. Have you noticed that the Sardinian Empire, as the host, seems unusually silent at this meeting, except for the very first day?"

"Heh, Commander, you'll understand once you attend more meetings like this."

“In the past, these kinds of meetings were always a stage for the major camps to compete with each other.”

"As for the other factions, the major factions won't care."

"Is that so..."

As he spoke, Rob seemed to recall scenes from news reports before his transmigration, depicting small countries powerless in the face of larger powers.

Although they are different worlds, the scenes are so similar.

...

Just as they returned to their hotel, Shinano's little follower, Noshiro, anxiously approached Robo.

"My lord, Lord Shinano has not woken up for several days."

"Please go and take a look right away!"

"Hmm? Isn't her situation quite normal?"

In Rob's memory, his nominal fiancée was someone who could really sleep around.

At first, Rob thought it was because of a defect in her ship's equipment that she had no choice but to do it.

However, Rob later discovered that it was simply because the big white fox liked to sleep.

Often, this big white fox can stay in its room and sleep for days on end.

If it weren't for the fact that she occasionally comes out to bask in the sun, everyone in the port area would have forgotten that there was such a ship in their yard.

"No, sir. In the past, Lord Shinano would regain consciousness for a period of time every now and then to replenish his food and water."

"But this time, she hasn't woken up since she arrived here."

Noda spoke, her little face full of anxiety.

Even the two pale ghost horns on her forehead had a hint of red.

Has Mikasa informed them yet?

"The senior colleague has already been notified!"

"Belfa, go and call Unicorn. Tell her to come with me to take a look!"

If there's anyone in the port area with the best relationship with Shinano, it can only be Unicorn.

Shinano's concern for the unicorn and the unicorn's fondness for her, the fox sister, are obvious to all.

Shinano would often invite the unicorn to play and stay overnight in his room, so much so that Robo often saw Shinano's tail hairs on the unicorn.