Warlords: Rising from the Northwest Border and Sweeping Across the Powers

The next afternoon, Yan Shuangying came to the president's office again.

"Double Eagle," Su Zhengyang said straight to the point, "We need to reassess the threat from America."

Yan Shuangying immediately understood what the president meant: "Yes, since Fuso was destroyed by us, America has no more constraints in the Pacific."

"Although they are nominally members of the Anti-Will Alliance," Su Zhengyang said, "they are not actually deeply involved in the European battlefield. They are only providing materials and financial support to England, while they are developing rapidly."

He pulled out an intelligence report: "Look at this. America's industrial capacity has increased by 34% in the past year, and its military industry has doubled. They are using the war in Europe as an opportunity for their own development."

"Indeed," Yan Shuangying nodded, "They made a lot of profit by selling arms and supplies to the Anti-Will Alliance. The money was invested in industrial development."

Su Zhengyang stood up and walked to the window: "America will be the biggest threat to China. Not now, but in the future."

"They have a unique geographical location," he continued, "surrounded by the sea on three sides, rich in resources, and a strong industrial base. Most importantly, they are far away from the battlefield, so they can continue to accumulate strength while other countries consume each other."

Yan Shuangying thought thoughtfully: "Does the president mean that we should take some action against America?"

"It's not the right time yet," Su Zhengyang shook his head, "but we must pay close attention to their every move. Especially their strategic deployment in the Pacific."

He turned around and said: "Let the intelligence agencies strengthen their infiltration into the United States. I want to know every important decision and every military plan they make."

"I understand," Yan Shuangying said, "We have already established a certain intelligence network in the United States, but we need to expand it further."

"Yes," Su Zhengyang nodded, "This is the top priority. America seems to be staying out of this matter now, but their ambitions are not small. When the dust settles on the European battlefield, they will definitely turn their attention to the Pacific Ocean."

His tone turned serious: "We must plan ahead. We must be fully prepared before they grow into a true superpower."

"Yes, President," Yan Shuangying said solemnly.

Looking at Yan Shuangying's departing back, Su Zhengyang's eyes became deep.

This is an invisible battle.

While everyone's attention was focused on the European battlefield, the real threat was quietly rising across the ocean.

But China will not repeat the mistakes of history.

This time, they will take precautions.

In the Oval Office of the White House, President Scott is presiding over a high-level meeting.

"Gentlemen," Scott looked around at the assembled cabinet members, "our allies have been unhappy lately."

Secretary of State Thompson said: "Yes, Mr. President. Prime Minister England sent another stern telegram yesterday, asking us to send ground troops to intervene in the European battlefield."

"France has the same attitude," Defense Secretary Williams added, "They think that it is not enough for us to just provide material and financial support."

Scott sneered: "Do they think we are fools? Letting American soldiers go to Europe to die?"

"But Mr. President," Thompson said, "if we continue to wait and see, it could affect the alliance."

"Let them talk," Scott stood up and walked to the window, "and look at the data."

He picked up an economic report: "Last year our industrial output increased by 34%, and our military industry doubled. Do you know why? It's because we didn't get caught up in that war of attrition."

"We're making money," he stressed, "and they're bleeding. That's the difference."

Treasury Secretary Brown nodded in agreement: "Indeed. By selling arms and supplies to our allies, we not only make huge profits, but also drive the development of domestic industry."

"But Mr. President," the defense minister warned, "we must also be wary of the rise of China. Since they wiped out Fuso, the situation in the Pacific has changed."

Scott's expression turned serious. "I know. That's what we really need to focus on."

He walked back to his desk and said: "Let the Europeans fight their wars. What we need to do is to develop our own strength and prepare for possible future disputes in the Pacific."

&34;So the request for allies...&34; Thompson asked tentatively.

"Keep dragging it out," Scott said decisively, "Give them arms and loans, but never send ground troops. Let them fight each other in Europe and lose both sides. This is in our best interest."

His eyes became sharp: "When the war is over, the whole of Europe will be badly damaged. And we will become the most powerful country in the world."

"What about China?" the defense minister asked.

"China..." Scott thought, "They are indeed a threat. But now is not the time to confront them head-on. We need to continue to develop and accumulate strength."

The participants all nodded in agreement.

Looking at the Washington Monument outside the window, Scott's eyes flashed with ambition.

This is America's best chance.

Let the Europeans consume each other on the battlefield, while they continue to grow stronger in this melee.

As for China...

One day, the Pacific will witness a showdown between two superpowers.

Inside the Dragon Nest Intelligence Analysis Room, Yan Shuangying was concentrating on studying the latest report on America's internal politics.

"Interesting," he highlighted in his report, "the bipartisan struggle in America is much more intense than we thought."

Deputy Director An Yu added: "Yes, Director. The conflict between the Democratic Party and the Republican Party is no longer limited to the policy level, but has penetrated into all aspects of society."

"Although President Scott is a Republican," Yan Shuangying said, "he encountered strong opposition from his own party when handling foreign policy."

He opened another document: "Hardliners within the Republican Party advocate immediate intervention in the European battlefield, while moderates support Scott's wait-and-see policy. This division is shaking the foundation of the Republican Party."

"What about the Democratic Party?" An Yu asked.

"The Democrats are more interesting," Yan Shuangying said with a playful smile, "They oppose Scott's policies on the surface, but they actually support his decision secretly. Because they know that once America is deeply involved in the European battlefield, the biggest beneficiary will be the military capital of the Republican Party."

He stood up and walked to the whiteboard: "The dispute between the two parties is, on the surface, a confrontation of political ideologies, but in reality it is a game between interest groups."

"Then we should..." An Yu asked tentatively.

"We must continue to intensify our penetration of American politics," Yan Shuangying said, "and pay special attention to the various factions within the two parties. The conflicts between these factions are the breakthrough points we can exploit."

He drew a few lines on the whiteboard: "Focus on three directions: First, the distribution of interests in military-industrial enterprises. Second, differences in foreign policy. Third, the core figures of each faction."

"I see," An Yu wrote down, "our intelligence network in Wall Street and the Pentagon has taken shape."

"Very good," Yan Shuangying nodded, "but we need to go one step further. I want to know who the financial backers of every important politician are, what deals they have with each other, and what choices they might make in the future."

His eyes became sharp: "The partisan disputes in the United States may seem to be their internal problems, but in fact they are related to the situation in the entire Pacific Ocean. We must be fully aware of this."

"Yes, Director." An Yu nodded solemnly.