Azur Lane: The Azure Life of the Tragic Admiral

"do not worry."

Yang Sikang answered Chicheng's question without hesitation, and then said:

"Whether Tai Feng is biased towards you or not is of no concern to me. As long as the deal is done, I have achieved my goal. As for the quality of the conditions, I don't care."

Chicheng frowned slightly. Yang Sikang's sudden rash behavior was completely different from his previous words and deeds, which made Chicheng feel uneasy.

"Your sudden frankness is quite surprising."

"Because things have come to this stage, it doesn't matter whether we are honest or not."

Yang Sikang suddenly looked at Chicheng with a playful smile.

His gaze was extremely aggressive, as if he wanted to see through Akagi in front of him from inside out.

Akagi only felt a subtle discomfort in her body. This kind of strange gaze was something she had never experienced before.

No one, whether on her side or the enemy, had ever looked at her like this, as if a hunter were looking at his trophy.

"What do you mean?"

Chi Cheng swallowed the words that were on the tip of his tongue and almost subconsciously began to play dumb. However, the smile on Yang Sikang's face remained unchanged, and he said calmly:

"At this time, Akagi, you found me at this midnight. This means that you have made a decision, right?"

“But the results may not be what you expect.”

"No, the result will only be what I want."

Yang Sikang turned around and faced Chicheng, smiling:

"Because from the beginning, Sakura Empire had no choice in this matter. It would be fine if Eastern Glory and Northern Alliance just stood by and watched.

But from the moment you, Akagi, moved Hai Ruo and I blew up the shrine, the nature of the matter was different."

Chicheng met Yang Sikang's gaze without flinching:

"Why do you think so?"

Yang Sikang raised a finger and slowly uttered a word:

"resource."

Akagi raised an eyebrow, but his heart sank.

"I didn't pay much attention to this problem at first, but fortunately I had a lot of free time to wander around, observe, and then discuss with others. So after a while, I found that I seemed to know the root cause of the biggest problem plaguing the Sakura Empire, that is resources."

"Whether it's the White Eagles or the Royals, their approach to dealing with the Sirens is to focus on defense. They constantly try to understand the Sirens, collect information and summarize intelligence, and then improve themselves to change the battle situation in the process of fighting the Sirens. This strategy is safe and reliable, and can greatly reduce losses, but the cost is that it consumes a lot of resources in the process of continuous trial and error and understanding the opponent."

"Whether it's basic supplies, mind cubes, or more importantly, talent, this method of exchanging time for losses is a huge waste of resources. White Eagle and the Royal Family don't care, but the Sakura Empire can't ignore it."

Yang Sikang looked at Chicheng, took half a step forward and looked into Chicheng's eyes.

"The land area of ​​Sakura Empire is small and the shape of the country is not good. Under the current situation where the threat posed by Sirens is increasing, the situation of Sakura Empire is very dangerous. Once Sakura Empire is surrounded by aircraft carriers, there is almost no place that can be called completely safe.

What's more, Sakura Empire is also very dependent on the import and export of materials and seafood, so you can't shrink the defense line to the periphery of the homeland like other factions, but must push the front line out.

However, the further the defense line is pushed outward, the more costs will be incurred, the more resources will be consumed to establish the port area, and the greater the amount of material supplies required and the consumption of maintaining the supply line.

Therefore, the strategy of the White Eagles and the Royal Family is a slow death for the Sakura Empire. The Sakura Empire's departure from the Azure Lane and joining the Red Axis is not a rash act, but an inevitable result. "

Chicheng looked at Yang Sikang. After hearing what he said, Chicheng, who had been a little uneasy before, calmed down.

Yang Sikang's words accurately hit the correct answer, but because of this, after knowing that Yang Sikang had seen the objective facts clearly, she no longer had so many concerns.

"Yes, this is inevitable. Moreover, whether it is us Sakura Empire or Iron Blood... we have been allied before. In the eyes of others, it is not strange for us to form the Red Axis. Everything is taken for granted."

"Unfortunately, establishing the Red Axis cannot completely solve the problems facing Sakura Empire."

Yang Sikang smiled and brought the topic back to himself.

"When I first came to Sakura Empire, I also thought that the extremely strict examination and training system was to select more outstanding talents, to screen through layers, to allow only the best people to take on important responsibilities, and to win by quality.

But when I realized that the biggest problem plaguing Sakura Empire was resources, I changed my perspective and the situation became different.”

"Perhaps those selections are not to select the best talents, but to classify all the talents that can be used in the Sakura Empire. Find out who has what level of ability, allocate corresponding resources to them, minimize resource waste, and maximize the effect of limited resources.

That’s why there’s such a cumbersome and time-consuming training review mechanism, and that’s why there’s a constraint that prevents commanders from building at will.

But if this matter is exposed to other camps, it will be extremely disadvantageous to the Sakura Empire, so you need to keep it secret, and then restrict the construction through some special means, so that the ship girls of your camp can only be born through the magic cube construction method given by the main family. "

"But you have even built the Great Phoenix."

"That's my problem."

Yang Sikang shrugged and continued:

"The same goes for cooperation with the Sirens. For the Sakura Empire, the defense against the Sirens is the biggest expense in terms of resources, especially for the precious resource of the Mind Cube.

As long as we can reach a certain level of cooperation with the Sirens, on the one hand we can greatly reduce the cost of defending against the Sirens, and on the other hand we can also obtain technology and other things from the Sirens.

The most important thing is that as long as the Siren does not interfere, Sakura Empire's import and export trade can be done much more freely to make up for Sakura Empire's own resource problems."

"This is what it would have been like if you hadn't shown up."

Akagi said frankly:

"And there are some things that even you can't..."

"Do you mean the so-called 'god' power?"

Chicheng widened her eyes. This was the biggest secret hidden deep in her heart, but Yang Sikang seemed to know even this.

Yang Sikang shook his head. He had no intention of mentioning the game plot to Akagi, and this was not his purpose.

"Let's not talk about this topic for now. Many of the choices that Sakura Empire has made so far can be explained by the word resources, but until now, this problem has not been solved. That's why I said, Akagi, you actually have no choice at all."

Chicheng looked into Yang Sikang's eyes, and after a moment of silence, even his tail drooped.

"You are indeed very special..."

Yang Sikang smiled.

Chapter 287 Night Talk (2) No Choice First Carrier

"But since you also know that the problem lies in resources, you should also understand that the amount of resources needed by the Sakura Empire cannot be provided by one person."

Chicheng reminded, but Yang Sikang still just smiled:

"But I can reduce the amount of resources wasted by Sakura Empire."

Yang Sikang did not fall into the trap of Chicheng's words, but continued:

“Whether it is the development of ship equipment or the scientific research of the ship itself, all research is an uncertain matter that requires a lot of time, resources and luck to complete.

And you, Akagi, have seen some of what I have. To be frank, even if I put the finished product in front of you, many things are beyond your current level of analysis and reproduction. "

Yang Sikang's words were not polite at all, but Chicheng couldn't refute it.

He had almost used up all the samples of the explosives he had taken out, but he still hadn't figured out what they were.

The only data that can be confirmed are its effects, which can be directly recorded and observed; there is absolutely no clue about its specific ingredients, production methods, etc.

Including the defense system on Yang Sikang's command ship, which is obviously stronger than the defense systems commonly used by various camps now, but it is in a situation that they cannot analyze.

This situation can only prove one thing: there is a huge generation gap between the encryption methods used on these things and the analysis methods they currently have!

Facing the inability to complete reverse engineering of the finished product, this is not a small gap!

After hearing what Yang Sikang said, Akagi had to think carefully. Technological innovation is often the area that consumes the most resources, and Yang Sikang has proved that he has a higher level than the entire Sakura Empire. There is no doubt that if they can get something from him, it will save a lot of trouble for the Sakura Empire.

But at the same time, those important things would never be given to them without reservation.

Accepting Yang Sikang's technology and applying it to actual production life means that they will develop a certain degree of dependence on this man, and this dependence will become higher and higher until they are able to crack the secrets.

"But are you willing to hand over all the technologies you have to us, the Sakura Empire?"

Yang Sikang shook his head. Chicheng was asking a question even though he already knew the answer. The foundation and core of the technology were Yang Sikang's bargaining chips. How could he possibly hand them over?

"So……"

"But, Akagi, do you think that Siren will give you the core thing?"

Yang Sikang looked at Chicheng with interest and took another half step forward:

"Or do you think that the Sirens can be easily deceived by you? Or do you sincerely believe that the so-called power of God can help you deal with the Sirens better?"

"Maybe I don't necessarily have to use that power against the Sirens, right?"

Chi Cheng seemed to have suddenly regained his courage, looked into Yang Sikang's eyes and said:

“Great power can also solve resource problems.”

When Yang Sikang heard this, his smile became even brighter:

"Then I have to thank you very much, Akagi."

"grateful?"

"Yes."

Yang Sikang's smile suddenly became much more sinister. Chicheng was stunned for a moment, and then he heard Yang Sikang say briskly in a slightly excited tone:

"In this way, I will have a legitimate reason to accept the Sakura Empire."

Chicheng frowned at first, but then realized the confidence that Yang Sikang had in saying that.

With Yang Sikang's current fleet, it is indeed impossible to fight against the entire Sakura Empire alone, but once the Sakura Empire does something extraordinary, it is very likely that the Donghuang fleet will take advantage of the situation and take action.

But the greater threat still comes from Yang Sikang - the ship girls that this man once had, those ship girls whose combat power was exaggerated and almost like monsters, are still near the Sakura Empire!

If there were a group of ship girls like that, I'm afraid that even if the Yamato class went into battle, they might not necessarily win. What's more, even if Akagi really dared to start a war, the Yamato class and Nagato would never agree, and it would most likely turn into a civil war.

Akagi herself was aware of this, so she only brought it up deliberately as a demonstration, but Yang Sikang's reaction was greater and more precise than she expected.

Akagi sighed helplessly.

Yang Sikang has seen clearly the crux of Sakura Empire's problem. The simple word "resources" is enough to cause great trouble to Sakura Empire.

The Red Axis is not a monolithic entity either. Although they are an alliance, they are hiding things from each other and everyone has their own ideas.

Although the same is true for Azur Lane, at least in terms of basic aspects it is slightly better than the Red Axis.

Seeing that he had said almost everything he wanted to say, Akagi knew that it was time to stop here, so he said:

"Okay, Mr. Yang Sikang. The Sakura Empire can stand on your side and even be used by you. But... we also have our own conditions for this."

Yang Sikang raised the corner of his mouth, and his expression gradually returned to his previous casual look. He waved his hand:

"Let's discuss the conditions later. I just want the results. Now is not the right time to discuss everything. Besides, Kaga over there probably won't be interested in listening to us talking about these things here."

Akagi nodded, and then Yang Sikang left the rest of the matters to Belfast and walked back to the mansion alone.

Soon, Belfast caught up again, and Yang Sikang's expression changed. He looked a little bored and yawned continuously.

"How about it?"

Yang Sikang asked.

Belfast sighed and whispered:

"As you expected, in addition to Kaga, there are other Sakura Empire shipgirls who have quietly followed us. Helena's radar has discovered them, but unfortunately, no trace of the observer has been found."

"As expected."

Yang Sikang nodded and said with a smile:

"Originally, this night talk was intended for them to hear. Otherwise, there would be no need to meet in a place like this. As for the observer, we may not be able to detect her even if she comes, so there is no need to think too much about it."

"But Kaga's reaction seems a little strange. She doesn't seem to care much about what decision Akagi makes."

"Akagi and Kaga have a very good relationship, and Kaga will definitely know about this kind of big thing in advance. Like I said, Akagi and the others don't have much choice. They have already suffered a great loss and can't do anything to me, so the only choice is to stand on my side. But this kind of thing can't be put on the table directly, so..."

Belfast smiled and nodded:

"Sheffield is already dealing with the extra people who come to eavesdrop."

Return to the mansion and take off your coat.

Yang Sikang did not go to rest directly. Instead, he entered the bedroom, took out his personal terminal and dialed Mavis's number.

"You contact me at this time. Are you ready?"

"Miss Mavis, you are really direct. Can't you just exchange a few pleasantries before getting down to business?"

"Ha, you went to Sakura Empire to have fun, but I have to prepare logistics for you in White Eagle. Although I am your adjutant, this is not within my scope of responsibility, right? I am a doctor, I am very busy!"