Prince Beigong Bai never expected that his two strongest forces would be beaten to a pulp.
Instead of taking back the train station, the entire concession was surrounded by the anti-lundering army. Now, except for the west side, the entire concession is like an isolated island.
The most fatal thing was that one division commander died in the battle, and another division commander was captured, namely Xiangyue Qingchuan, who was wounded by his own people at the last moment of retreat.
The Daqian Dynasty and the Dongdi Kingdom fought many wars, but the highest casualty was a major general, and it lasted for a long time. But now it is better. It took only a few days for the war to start, not to mention the two divisions. A lieutenant general was also arrested.
A few days ago, Prince Beigong Bai was still ambitiously thinking about what conditions he should offer after occupying Haicheng. Now two of the five divisions have been wiped out, and another two divisions have been maimed. The only thing left at the bottom was the 36th Division.
But Prince Beigongbai knows better than anyone what the 36th Division is. It's okay to just put on a show, but if it really goes to the battlefield, I'm afraid they won't be able to hold on for a few hours.
boom…
It started again, and there was really no peace of mind for a moment.
The artillery of the Suppression Army never rested, and the intervals were irregular. As long as they thought about it, they would fire at the concession at any time.
"Isn't there a way to silence these artillery pieces?"
Prince Beigongbai said very irritably, but no one answered below. Our artillery has been dealt with long ago. Even if there is still one artillery left, the caliber of the artillery is not as big as others, and the number of artillery is not as large as others. So rashly To fire a gun is to seek death.
Nobe Ichiro and Otomo Ryoji glanced at each other. They had previously advised the prince not to have a rash conflict with the suppressing army, but unfortunately the prince did not take their words seriously. Now you Just make it difficult for yourself!
Although there is still a part of the Third Division left, they are all stationed in the west. If they are withdrawn, the Suppression Army may block the concession from the west, and then there will be no hope at all.
"Your Highness, a telegram has been sent from the base camp."
Just when the people in the room were helpless, the telegraph operator outside sent a telegram from the domestic base camp. Everyone looked over eagerly to see what the base camp's attitude was.
"A decent end to the war..."
Most of the previous words were aimed at blaming Prince Beigong, saying that this guy did not judge the situation clearly at that time and rashly had an armed conflict with the suppressing army. The last sentence is the key point.
The Dongdi Kingdom actually does not have the strength to support a full-scale war, mainly because the last war has just ended. Although they received huge war compensation from the Daqian Dynasty, they have not fully understood the emerging industries and can only carry out local wars.
It was originally thought that three divisions could solve the problem in Haicheng. With the addition of the other two second-line divisions mobilized by Prince Beigong Bai, there would be no danger.
Who knew that just when they were about to celebrate their victory, news of their defeat came back from Haicheng.
The troops of both divisions were completely wiped out.
One-third of the navy's strength was also sunk in Haicheng.
If Prince Beigongbai was not the king's biological uncle, and if he had not made great contributions to Dongdi State in the past, I am afraid that this telegram would have forced him to commit suicide.
This domestic telegram also officially declares the bankruptcy of Prince Beigong's threat of force plan.
"They are all a bunch of cowards. They ask us to negotiate at a moment like this. Isn't this just sticking our necks out to be chopped off?"
Prince Beigong Bai tore the telegram into pieces in anger, but the people below also understood that even if His Highness the Prince was the reincarnation of Daluo Jinxian, there was nothing he could do to change the current situation.
According to Prince Beigong Bai's last plan, the country should send another batch of fleets, only one-third of them are needed. With the addition of two to three infantry divisions, Haicheng can still continue to fight.
But it is obvious that the base camp does not consider this plan.
The navy of Dongdi Kingdom was hard-won. From the king to the common people, everyone tightened their stomachs. Only then did they have the navy of Dongdi Kingdom now. However, because of the mistake of Prince Beigong Bai, their navy suddenly lost three people. one part.
If the navy continues to be dispatched, Dongdi's own safety will also be a problem.
Dongdi Kingdom is different from Daqian. Daqian has a vast territory. If you have something to do here, you can go to other places. Dongdi Kingdom is just an island country. The navy is very important to Dongdi Kingdom. If we lose another three points Otherwise, the remaining fleet will not be enough to ensure the safety of Dongdi Kingdom.
Although Haicheng's interests are important, compared with the safety of the entire country, it seems not that important.
This is the reason why the Dongdi Kingdom’s base camp made peace talks.
"You two are the most suitable for this matter. You have also conducted diplomatic negotiations with the Daqian Empire before and told them that twenty divisions within our empire are ready to go. They must compensate us for all our losses. If they say If you don't say a word, their entire dynasty will be destroyed directly."
Prince Kitamiya Shiro pointed at Nobe Ichiro and Otomo Ryoji and said, almost frightening these two people to death.
Twenty divisions?
Still ready to go...
Stop joking, okay? What is the situation in the country? Don’t we know? After the last battle, the country is in dire straits. Even if there are twenty divisions, if you send them here, will you have enough military spending? ?
If they have to negotiate with other people from the Daqian Empire, then the two of them have a way to get Dongdi to retreat. But now they are facing the commander-in-chief of the Suppression Army. Is this person a loser?
"Your Highness, please forgive me for my incompetence and my inability to meet His Highness's requirements."
Nobe Ichiro said these words directly. Even if you are the king's uncle, you can't make us do something that is impossible. Let alone us going to negotiate, even if you bring this world to the world Even if you hire the best negotiator, I'm afraid they won't be able to meet your requirements.
"And you?"
Prince Kitamiya Shiro looked at Otomo Ryoji unhappily.
There was also a hint of encouragement in his eyes. If Otomo Ryoji could take over this job, Prince Kitamiya Shiro could promote this guy to a higher rank.
"Your Highness, I am incompetent..."
Otomo Ryoji has a clearer mind than anyone else. Even if he resigns, he will never take this matter on him. The radicals in the country are not joking. They can give themselves a few peanuts at any time.