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"Give up? The fun has just begun." Captain Shaposhnikov replied.

At this time, the air defense radar showed that two flashing points were rapidly approaching their ships, and only the American carrier-based aircraft could reach this speed.

"It seems that the Americans have finally sent carrier-based aircraft to deter us at ultra-low altitude." Shaposhnikov picked up the communicator and said to the command room at the other end, "The U.S. Navy has sent a carrier-based aircraft to deter us at ultra-low altitude." machine, we can now execute Operation Overlord."

Chapter 457 Take a Bite

Two F4 Phantoms are rapidly approaching the Intrepid anti-submarine ship and the Type 037 submarine hunter. They are preparing to deter the Soviet and Chinese ships at ultra-low altitude, and protect the Los Angeles-class nuclear submarine and the Seawolf-class evacuation to a safe area, but the Intrepid is still The two submarines were in hot pursuit, and it seemed that they had to catch them all before giving up.

The rolled up waves were broken by the Intrepid with a displacement of several thousand tons. The torpedoes of this steel giant wave were still ready and ready to be launched at any time. Captain Shaposhnikov even requested an attack from the Ulyanovsk , but were all vetoed by the Pacific Fleet of the Red Navy.

Smirev said that the Red Navy can only carry out a limited counterattack, and any provocative actions to start a war cannot be carried out. At present, Moscow does not intend to fight the Americans.

Now that Moscow has rejected the request, Captain Shaposhnikov can only negotiate with the Chinese captain of the 037 submarine hunter to expel them to about 20 nautical miles from the Nimitz aircraft carrier battle group, then give up chasing and return to the combined fleet.

20 nautical miles is the bottom line of the Pacific Fleet's psychological endurance.

Accompanied by the roar of the engine, the crew of the Intrepid lowered their heads, and a huge black shadow passed over their heads. This was the third time that the F4 Phantom flew over a large anti-submarine ship at low altitude.This is a warning from American fighter jets, warning Soviet ships to evacuate from this sea area, otherwise the two carrier-based aircraft will launch a fatal attack.However, Captain Shaposhnikov ignored the warnings of American fighter jets and continued to pursue the Los Angeles-class nuclear-powered submarine. His confidence came from the eighth Doyle anti-aircraft missile. If the opponent dares to act rashly, the anti-aircraft missiles carried by the large anti-submarine ship will definitely vent on them.

After seeing that the low-altitude flyby threat warning was invalid, the pilot began to request the captain of the Nimitz aircraft carrier to launch an attack. Two F4 ghosts circled around the Intrepid anti-submarine ship, staring at each other's every move. The fighter pilot Even put his finger on the launch button, waiting for an order from the Nimitz aircraft carrier.

The combat command room of the USS Nimitz has become very quiet. Everyone is waiting for the captain's final order. All the carrier-based aircraft loaded on the aircraft carrier have already flown out and are ready for the first-level battle.

However, the captain of the Nimitz aircraft carrier did not dare to make such an instruction. He replied to the pilot of the F4 Phantom to continue to maintain a low-altitude flyby warning, forcing the anti-submarine ship Intrepid to give up the pursuit.But in the face of the nearly 7000-ton displacement of the Intrepid, the body of the F4 Phantom looks a bit ridiculous.

Captain Shaposhnikov joked about the Los Angeles-class nuclear submarine and the Seawolf-class attack submarine in front of him like a cat and a mouse. In front of the natural submarine killer, they are more like two poor prey, even with F4 The cover of ghosts is also difficult to get rid of the sense of fear and oppression brought by the submarine killer behind him.

"What? The Nimitz hasn't responded yet? What's the use of sending two F4 fighter jets over here? The opponent is a large anti-submarine ship!" The captain wiped the fine beads of sweat from his forehead while staring at the radar. The distance is gradually shortening, "This is the high seas of the Pacific Ocean, not their ocean domain. Are these two guys really going to start a war?"

At the same time, the F4 fighter pilot reported the emergency situation to the captain of the USS Nimitz, and then gradually approached the ship's side of the anti-submarine ship. He even wanted to use his cannon to shoot warning shots on the side of the anti-submarine ship to warn the large Soviet anti-submarine ship. Don't mess around.

However, General Shaposhnikov, who was smoking a pipe, didn't care about it. He continued to command the Intrepid to approach Los Angeles, and kept reporting the coordinates of the two submarines to the Type 037 submarine hunter. The prey ahead keeps a constant track.

The F4 fighter pilot wanted another round of low-altitude flyby warnings, but saw two fighter jets flashing past the side with fierce roars, and the flashing red star on the tail was extraordinarily dazzling. This is from Ulyanov The Su-33 carrier-based aircraft that took off from the SK was specially here to escort the 1155 anti-submarine ship.

Su 33 fighter jets constantly provoke each other in front of F4, and their streamlined body brings the violent aesthetics of the Red Empire to the extreme.The Su-33 fighter jets directly surrounded the F4 Phantom, making provocative movements of defensive rollers, forcing the two U.S. fighter jets to leave.

Perhaps unable to withstand the opponent's provocation, the pilot of F4 once again issued a request to the captain of the Nimitz, "Command, the enemy dispatched two Su-33 fighter jets, repeat, the enemy dispatched two Su-33 fighter jets. Ask for the fire order, ask for the fire order."

"Calm down, boys, don't get angry. I'm asking the U.S. Department of Defense for permission to attack." The captain of the USS Nimitz also felt that he couldn't hold his face anymore. saved.

But he didn't want to bear the name of the initiator of the war, so he specifically requested an attack order from the US Department of Defense.

However, at this time, the Pentagon has already quarreled because of this incident. It is difficult for hardliners and conservatives to reach a consensus on this issue. Some people think that this is a provocation to the US defense force and must be fought back, while others are against this. The idea of ​​​​a war madman, and accuse the other party of the germs of fascism.

"Minister Perry, we cannot agree to this attack request." The Commander-in-Chief of the Burda Navy said anxiously, "This is an excuse for the Soviets to launch a war, and the United States is not ready for a war."

Perry certainly understands how difficult this decision is. No matter whether he chooses to agree or refuse, the position of Secretary of Defense may not be kept, so he simply kicked the ball to others.As for the final outcome, it has nothing to do with him.

"The Department of Defense also does not have the right to make this decision." Secretary Perry took a deep breath and said to the captain of the Nimitz on the other side of the world, "So keep calm, and I am now requesting President Mario from the White House."

Minister Perry put down the phone and found that everyone around him was focused on him. He shrugged helplessly, "Why? This is a major decision. The Ministry of Defense has no right to decide such a major event. It can only be the top priority of the White House. The leader gave the order."

Minister Perry motioned for everyone to be quiet. He dialed the White House special line and reported the situation to President Mario concisely, "A Soviet anti-submarine ship and a Chinese submarine hunter are tracking one of our nuclear submarines and nuclear attack vehicles. Submarine, we sent two F4 Phantom fighter jets to intercept, but the other side also sent two Su-33 fighter jets to counter intercept in the air. Now the pilot of the F4 fighter jet requested an attack order. Your Excellency, we believe that neither the Pacific Fleet nor the Department of Defense has the right Make this order."

After Minister Perry finished speaking, his heart finally relaxed, which meant that the decision-making power would not be in his hands, but in the hands of President Mario of the United States.But Minister Perry also didn't want to see a contest between the US, China and the Soviet Union. He added in a low voice, "If a conflict really breaks out, I think the EU can laugh out loud in its dreams."

"I see, Secretary Perry, let's do it first."

Minister Perry was worried that the delay would be too long, so he said quickly, "The situation is urgent, and I ask President Mario to make a decision as soon as possible."

"Well, I know."

President Mario hung up the phone, resting his chin on his right hand, making a difficult decision.It's not for nothing that he avoided the Pentagon meeting, and letting a group of hawks and doves sway his decisions is a very bad thing to do.

"Consultant Anthony, what should we do now?" President Mario said with a wry smile, "This is simply a hornet's nest. If this continues, it may really evolve into a regional conflict."

Anthony put down the Asia-Pacific situation report in his hand, took off his glasses and put them in his breast pocket, tapped his temple with his index finger, and said calmly, "The key to solving this war crisis is not with me, but with the Taiwan government of China. "

Chapter 458

It is already late at night in Washington, USA, but inside the White House, which maintains a 24-hour efficient operation, there are still a group of political elites gathered together, paying attention to the current Asia-Pacific situation.Among them, Anthony Lake, who is a national political adviser, has different views on the Taiwan issue.

"Give up this game and let our fighter jets evacuate from the sea. When the Soviet and Chinese anti-submarine ships and submarine hunters track to a certain distance, they will naturally give up tracking. The Soviets and Chinese are not fools. At this time, they will fight with the United States. The conflict is nothing more than taking advantage of the three countries in Europe."

President Mario naturally knows who Anthony Lake is talking about. The British Prime Minister, the German Chancellor and the French President all issued statements at the same time, hoping that all countries in the Asia-Pacific region will respect the opinions of all parties, maintain calm and restraint, and avoid conflicts.However, in private, France is stepping up its arms sales to Southeast Asia, and the United Kingdom has not been idle, and almost signed a general trade agreement with Japan in the first few days of the conflict.

For these duplicity guys, Mario has no energy to deal with them for the time being.

"Are we sure we want to do this? Advisor Anthony." President Mario asked.

"If you don't want the situation to get out of control, I advise the president to make up his mind early and give up the petty thinking of sanctioning China and the Soviet Union." Anthony's answer was straightforward, "Immediately recall our fighter jets to the Nimitz aircraft carrier and give up the war against China and the Soviet Union." The surveillance of the combined fleet, I mean it seriously. When there is no way to negotiate with the leaders of the Soviet Union and reach an agreement, choosing to take a step back is a friendly message."

President Mario shook his head helplessly. He picked up the phone and was about to connect to the Ministry of Defense. He also said regretfully, "This means that everything we have done before will come to naught."

"No matter how much you fall short, it is much better than turning this conflict into an Asia-Pacific crisis." Anthony kept tapping his fingers on the table, trying to ease his nervousness. After all, this decision is likely to change the future of the United States in the Asia-Pacific. Strategic Direction.

When the Ministry of National Defense heard what Mario said about giving up the conflict, everyone present was relieved, except for the faces of the main fighters who were bleak.Everyone cheered and applauded to avoid a crisis caused by superpowers. The Minister of Defense showed a gratified smile to the commander-in-chief of the Navy, and then hurriedly called the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier of the Pacific Fleet, telling the other party to cancel the anti-submarine warship of the Soviet Union. attack command.

"I understand." When the F4 pilot received the order to return, he gave up the entanglement with the Su-33 fighter jet and began to turn around and return. After the superior's order was issued, it meant that they could no longer provoke a war.Soon the two F4 Tomcats disappeared into the distant blue sky, leaving only Su 33 still guarding the Type 1155 anti-submarine ship.

"We are going to return, I wish you good luck, Los Angeles-class submarine." The pilot of F4 said regretfully.

Before leaving, the F4 driver looked back at the Soviet anti-submarine ship that was still chasing the American submarine. The captain of the Los Angeles class must have been ashamed.

"The American fighter jets have withdrawn from the combat area, Captain Shaposhnikov." The first officer reported the important news to the captain, but Captain Shaposhnikov did not answer him.

"Captain?" the first mate called again.

Suddenly Captain Shaposhnikov opened his eyes, and he said to the first officer, "Let's leave here, this hunting is over, and twenty nautical miles ahead is the activity area of ​​the Nimitz aircraft carrier battle group. There is no need to take any more risks, let’s go back, first mate.”

Under the bewildered eyes of the first mate, Shaposhnikov gave up the pursuit.

Looking at the submarine that was gradually going away and finally disappeared on the sonar search screen, Shaposhnikov's secretly tense heart finally relaxed.

"It seems that the current Taiwan issue is developing towards the worst situation we had at the beginning. It is impossible for the United States to directly initiate a conflict with China and the Soviet Union. Otherwise, it will not be our three countries that will have the last laugh, but France, Britain and Germany. It is time for the United States to withdraw from this game, President Mario. We are the ones who will lose if this game continues, and we must stop the loss now."

President Mario sat on the armchair at his desk, with his eyes closed, thinking about Anthony Lake's proposal.White House Chief of Staff Panetta looked a little worried, and his anxiety was fully displayed on his slightly vicissitudes of face, "If we withdraw now, then people all over the world will know that we have lost. And we are very likely to lose The trust of our Asia-Pacific allies. So far, Japan is slipping out of control."

"But we will retaliate afterwards, won't we? Isn't it the mission of the CIA to eliminate all potential enemies against China?" Lake pulled his hands out of his pockets, and he said to President Mario and Panetta, "Now The most important thing is to get the Pacific Fleet out of this crisis quickly, and the situation is bad enough. The decent departure is just a bureaucratic thinking. In fact, the interests of the United States should come first."

"That means that our relationship with the Chinese side is completely torn apart." President Mario held his forehead with a painful look on his face. He just wanted to force the Chinese side to give in. Unexpectedly, on the first day of the Sino-Soviet joint military exercise, Wall Street suffered It was a black Monday, and the index plummeted heavily, which made the already difficult US economy even worse.

"This is not the ending that the United States wants to see. At least the United States and China should be in a relationship of peaceful coexistence, not an ending of mutual conflict."

"So the pawns we support can only be thrown out as victims." Consultant Anthony threw out his own stop loss plan, "Everything comes from Masao Iwasato in Taiwan. Since we can use him to coerce China, we can also use him to intimidate China." You can adjust the relationship with China and give up this pawn, without the support behind the Americans, Masao Iwasato is nothing."

"What do you mean?" Hearing what Advisor Anthony said, President Mario looked up.The stop loss plan aroused the interest of President Mario.