Bismarck

Even in the Rhine exercise, which had been criticized for a long time in history, two ships sailed out, so that at least one could look after each other. But now, only a single ship is sailing?

Wtf!

Are you going to give yourself away?

Just let yourself go and get killed when the British are supported by the Americans?

"I'm going to find that bastard Reger!" Bismarck said, looking up.

"No need, he went out to inspect the fleet." said Lütjens.

"Which idiot came up with such a stupid battle plan? I'll make him revise it!"

You can't blame the Persian cat for getting angry. Bismarck knew what the Rhine Exercise was much more clearly than Lütjens. It was for this reason that she was particularly concerned about this matter. It was related to her life and property. How could she not take it seriously? The last Bismarck was sunk because of such a stupid decision. And she made so many preparations just to change the outcome, but at this time, she was even less prepared than before? !

No one can accept it!

"If you can see it, how can the staff not see it? How can Reger not know?" Lütjens sneered. Perhaps he knew very well what Reger wanted to do.

Perhaps he and Bismarck had become thorns in his eyes and thorns in his side.

The Atlantic Fleet in Brest had been back in port for less than half a month. The ships needed to be repaired, the aircraft needed additional training, and the preparations were impossible to complete. Although the British suffered heavy losses in aircraft carriers in the previous Mid-Atlantic naval battle, the losses in battleships were limited. At the same time, Lütjens also knew that the British Home Fleet had been on high alert...

A single ship going against the entire Home Fleet, does Bismarck really think he is invincible?

If she was invincible, she wouldn't have stayed in the shipyard for so long.

The situation is so dire, even if we make full preparations before going out to sea, will we really "lose the opportunity"?

Perhaps it would be more advantageous for the German Navy to fight after being fully prepared?

Not to mention, there was only one ship, the Bismarck, going out to sea this time...

But this order was given by Regel!

And it was signed by the head of state!

He didn't want to guess why the Führer agreed to Lütjens's decision, but he probably knew what Reger was thinking.

Bismarck wanted to argue, but he stopped her directly.

What's the good theory?

This kind of rogue behavior will definitely turn into Bismarck making a scene in the Navy Ministry, and it will not be good for anyone if it is made public.

Even... maybe they are waiting here for you to make a scene!

Just think about it and you will know...

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"That son of a bitch Reger is just seeking revenge!" Bismarck was so angry that he couldn't help cursing.

"It's so shameless!"

First of all, everyone knows that apart from its own side, not counting the Atlantic Fleet, the German Navy does not have any good ships now.

Hindenburg and Ludendorff had just been launched, without turrets or main engines, and could not even move; Scharn and Groene were replacing turrets and modifying hulls, and had no combat effectiveness; the two Deutschland-class ships had a speed of only 28 knots; Hipper's boiler was malfunctioning and was being repaired. The only ship that could barely team up with him was the Prinz Eugen. His current strength was definitely far greater than that of the former Bismarck. If it were Prince Eugen and himself, and if we avoided some mistakes, we might be able to escape.

But... is this what Regal gave? !

"I see the Führer has also signed it. Doesn't he know?!" Bismarck turned to the end and saw Adolf Hitler's signature.

The Führer is not unaware of the current situation of the Navy and the conflict between Lütjens and Reger...

He didn't even stop this obvious cheating behavior!

"The Führer is only from the army, it's normal that he doesn't know about the navy." Lütjens sighed. He knew that Bismarck and Eva had a pretty good relationship, so he didn't say the next words because it was too cruel and he couldn't bear to break Bismarck's fantasy.

Perhaps the Führer began to have some thoughts about this commander who "occupied" almost all the big warships of the German Navy...

Although I don't get involved in politics, being a good admiral is not just about being good at business and having great military achievements...

I still know this truth.

"How about I go find the Führer?" Bismarck pleaded. "Captain, we can't go out to sea like this. If we go out like this, the consequences will be serious!"

"What's the use of looking for it? The Führer has already signed. What he needs is to consider the issue from the overall perspective, not from the perspective of a single ship." Lütjens rarely touched Bismarck's head again.

"The Führer has signed it. This is an order."

"But···"

Bismarck did not dare to tell others about the history he knew, he just gave advice.

But Lütjens' character was exactly the same as in history. He didn't say anything, but just pointed to the date on the plan.

"Look at the time this was issued. We don't have much time left. Pack your things and we'll set off today."

Bismarck sighed, stamped his feet, and ran out.

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Since this matter has been confirmed, there is nothing more to say. What Bismarck is worried about now is Liliana. She knows that Lütjens will formulate the battle plan, so she doesn't have to worry about it.

However, I can't go out to sea with this knot in my heart.

After thinking for a while, she walked to her room, took out a pen and paper that she hadn't used for a long time and started writing a letter. She didn't know if it would be the last letter.

"Dear Liliana, I'm really sorry. I don't know what to say except this, but feelings cannot be changed by one's will..."

After she finished writing, she placed it solemnly on the bed, then left the house with Lütjens and flew to William Base that day.

After an emergency assembly, Lütjens announced the plan to go to sea, followed by hurried replenishment and pre-departure inspections. Sailors kept rushing back from the surrounding bars and hotels, and the dock was filled with supplies of ammunition, fuel, and food.

The staff officers gathered together and began to develop a detailed battle plan.

The next morning, after replenishing its supplies, Bismarck left the dock and headed for the unknown ocean.

I hope Lily can see that letter...

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You know, even though the United States has not officially joined the war yet, two-thirds of the Atlantic Ocean is now escorted by U.S. Navy warships. Even if you break out, it is estimated that there is a high probability that you will not be able to "hunt" anything. There is a high probability that you will be monitored and reported to the U.S. Navy, and then basically be hunted down by the navies of the two countries!

Everyone knows what Americans do.

Even with the integrity of the US Navy, it is fortunate that the American aircraft carriers do not actively drop bombs on their heads...

As for the battleship counterattacking the American aircraft carrier in close combat...how is it possible to counterattack when the search distance is more than ten times different!

What’s more important is that the intelligence and battle plan that Reger handed over to him this time were also extremely vague about the estimated interception force of the British Navy. It only stated that the strength of the Home Fleet was “approximately” three fast battleships, Hood, King George V and Renown, and “may include” about one light aircraft carrier and about ten light and heavy cruisers…

Seeing that it was completely impossible to estimate the enemy's defense situation, and even the record itself included a lot of "maybe, perhaps, probably" and the like, Lütjens, who was already in a bad mood, snorted angrily and stood by the window of the navigation bridge.

But, I can't see anything clearly...

Through the icicles that distorted the light on the windows and the blizzard that blocked out the sun, I could only see the front of the warship moving forward in the wind and snow. I couldn't see anything clearly, only a vast expanse of darkness...

Obviously, I was abandoned...

It’s just…for some unknown reason, I feel a chill in my heart?

"Reger, Reger, I really didn't know you could be so shameless... How much do you want me to die sooner..." Although in front of his subordinates, Lütjens snorted lightly without showing any expression on his face, and a trace of disdain flashed in his eyes.

But looking at Bismarck, who was sitting in the corner and was as depressed as himself, the captain's eyes became complicated again...

"…It seems that you want to sacrifice even 'her'… no, maybe, you even want to sacrifice 'them', the strongest battleships of the German Kriegsmarine…"

"For the sake of one's own lust for power, one is willing to destroy even the very foundation of the navy...?!"

"And the Führer... is it because you don't know much about the navy, or...?"

The eyes of the admiral who had made great achievements in battle were filled with gloom...

"No, there are serious problems with this plan. I can't act completely according to orders. The actual situation is much more sinister than the information they gave me! Moreover, this season... It's December now, and the Denmark Strait is full of floating ice. The width of the channel... Wait! I understand!"

With a plan in mind, Lütjens walked to the nautical chart, estimated the route slightly with the help of the dim marching lamp, stood up, and ordered the helmsman: "Order! Change course immediately! We will take the Iceland-Faroe Waterway!! In addition, all ships maintain level 2 alert and be ready for battle at any time!"

No matter what, I will never surrender so easily!

The width of the Denmark Strait at this season is less than 50 kilometers - the so-called asking Bismarck to take the Denmark Strait means asking them to walk into a trap!

ps: La la la, this is fate~ Please give me a reward, if I don’t ask, you won’t give me a monthly ticket~!

I just returned to school and I'm taking a day off today.

I arrived at school at 10 o'clock in the evening. I found Tianjin so cold after getting off the high-speed train... Please ask for a leave~

Please click the automatic subscription button in the upper right corner~ so that our following will look better. Alas, my grades have been completely beaten by the big guys. It’s too miserable. I want comfort!!!

I don't know what to say. Well, the dumplings at the school gate are still delicious, and they are filled with meat @饺子级

Chapter 335: Hood Attacks

Liliana had been living in a hotel in Berlin. In fact, when she rushed out of the house, Lütjens asked Krupp to follow her out. Of course, she didn't have any money on her, and finally she found a hotel to stay in with the help of Krupp.

When Lütjens and Bismarck went to William, Lily was still angry. He specifically asked Krupp not to look for her yet, but to wait for a few days until she calmed down before going.

"Miss Liliana, it's me." Krupp knocked on the door.

"What are you doing here? Did they ask you to come and call me back?" Lily said through the door.

"No, miss, the general has gone to sea a few days ago. It's just that it's almost Christmas now, and there are some things that need you to arrange. There is no one in the mansion now."

"What? They went out to sea?" Lily asked in surprise. "When?"

"The next day after that incident, the general went to the Admiralty, and then seemed to have received an order, so he left that day. Oh, by the way, it seemed that Miss Bismarck was very unhappy, and she had an argument with the general in the study."

"Pop" Lily opened the door. "Krupp, you still call her Miss?"

"It's my fault, Miss Lily." Krupp smiled at the person who finally opened the door.

"It's better not to come back." She snorted, and Lily calmed down and returned to her usual self. "Let's go back."

When I got home, everything was basically the same as when I left, except that there was a letter left in the living room.

"what is this?"

Lily walked forward and took a look. It was a pink envelope. She raised her eyebrows and asked.

"What Bismarck left in the room is probably for you," Krupp said.

"Give it to me? What for? Throw it away." she said.

"Miss, no matter what Bismarck did, you and her once had a good relationship. I think you should take a look at it," Krupp advised.

After all, the sisterly relationship between Liliana and Bismarck was not fake, even though Lily broke up with her unilaterally after what happened a few days ago.

"Maybe there's something hidden?"

"Are you kidding? She looks like she has something to hide?"

But having said that, Lily still accepted the letter, made some simple arrangements for Christmas and went upstairs. It wasn't strange to be alone on Christmas anyway, she was used to it.

Although, the past few years were really happy...

She did not go into Bismarck's room, but walked into Lütjens' study and sat on the sofa, hesitating for a while.

Do you want to open it?

Looking at the letter in his hand, a light touch seemed to have a tremendous force.

"Could there be something inside?" She sneered and opened it.

What caught the eye was the beautiful handwriting, which was carefully written stroke by stroke at the beginning, but later became a little sloppy, showing the owner's later haste.

The previous content was no different from what Lily thought. Bismarck just talked about himself and Lütjens, and how he fell in love with the captain. To be honest, although Bismarck has always been more of a fan of uncles, liking someone is something that can only happen after long-term interactions. Things like love at first sight can only be said to be a good eye contact, and it can only be said that Lütjens just added points because he was an uncle.

"This voyage is full of dangers. If the captain and I can come back, and if you still can't forgive me, I am willing to leave. No matter what you think, I have always regarded you as my sister. But, Lily, are you still willing?"

"Of course, I will do my best to get the captain back and keep him as safe as possible."

"If I can't come back, please contact my lawyer and sell my Krupp shares and the deposits in my bank account and donate them all to XXX's account."

The letter ends here.

"What do you mean?" Liliana flipped through the letter. There was nothing on the back. Why did this last sentence give her a bad feeling?

Why does this feel like an explanation of funeral arrangements?

"Krupp!" she suddenly raised her voice.

"Miss, what's the matter?"