Chapter 81： Visit San Francisco (1/2)
After several months of tossing, Ruprecht finally embarked on the journey again. To the last stop of this trip-America! In the original plan, the German fleet would consist of 4 armored cruisers and 2 supply ships, but now, only one battleship Munich and another supply ship will be formed.
If it is said that the fleet’s visit to the United States in the past meant a demonstration, now, in terms of the size of the fleet, it can only be described as a friendly visit, but to Ruprecht’s surprise, the fleet left. Previously, Dewey, the commander of the US Far East Fleet, specially visited the German fleet. His arrival brought an invitation from the US Department of the Navy!
”His Royal Highness, I think you are more suitable to represent this fleet than I am now.” After reading the letter sent by the Americans, Tirpitz was also a little bit sour. After all, he is the real fleet commander, and the admiral rank that Ruprecht wears is just a piece of clothing! But now, it seems that both foreigners and natives value Prince Ruprecht's attitude more!
”I did it with my life! Look at the guys who are still lying in the hospital! You know how dangerous it was then!” Ruprecht said with some disdain.
”Good, good. You are the hero of Germany. You will make a friendly visit to the U.S. Navy on behalf of the German Navy, and I will take the fleet around the entire Americas and then go to the east coast of the United States to greet you.” Tirpitz made a gesture Expressed submission, of course, he was just joking. Although Mainz occupies an absolute advantage over the Japanese fleet, it is indeed a skill to turn dangers off guard. His Royal Highness's foresight and adaptability made him admire!
”Sometimes you are a prophet, and you can always predict things that others can't think of.” Tirpitz said halfly flattering and half serious.
”What do you want to say? It's not normal to be courteous for nothing!” Ruprecht gave the other side a slanted look.
”Good, good, good. I just want to ask, what do you plan to do with the Americans? What do you want from the United States. You are a very purposeful person. If you go to the United States so actively, you must have A purpose, right?” Tirpitz said the doubt in his heart.
”For the friendly relationship between the two countries, for a better future!” Ruprecht said.
”Your statement is the same as the diplomat's rhetoric, full of hypocrisy and cunning.” Tirpitz snorted.
”What I said is true, I really hope that I will never be an enemy of the United States.” Ruprecht gave him a blank look. ”Don't you realize that it is very boring to be an enemy of the United States?”
”Germany can't dominate even European affairs, and even the colonies in Africa have only grabbed a corner. The United Kingdom in the Pacific can make us very uncomfortable without a navy. In this case, you still have trouble with the United States? Are you afraid of your own enemies? Isn't it enough? I haven't eaten enough this time?” Ruprecht asked rhetorically.