Tokyo Detective

Chapter 586 Carrier Strike Group Approaching

At the Aomori base command, staff delivered devastating news concerning America.

"Commander, the air force has been attacked by anti-aircraft missiles. All helicopters have been destroyed, and only two powered armored helicopters managed to eject and land on the ground in time."

These words shocked the entire command headquarters. They had been monitoring Japan's Patriot, THAAD, and Aegis systems throughout the night's operation.

Thomas Carter erupted in anger and demanded an explanation.

"What? Where did this anti-aircraft missile come from?"

"The missile probably appeared in the northern part of Katsushika Ward. The radar did not detect its location. There are three possibilities: first, it has the YMCA's concealment technology; second, it is hidden in the forest; and third, it is hidden in a building. As for the missile type, it is PAC-3 MSE."

When the Patriot system is hidden in forests or buildings, its detectability is affected by a variety of factors. Although it is impossible to completely avoid radar detection, there is a high probability that the first launch will not be able to find its exact location unless there is a second launch.

The PAC-3 MSE missile is a missile specifically designed for Patriot missile systems.

Thomas, despite his extreme anger, remained calm.

"It could be the YMCA, or it could be the military supporters of the opposition party. Damn Patriot system, how dare they use Patriot system to shoot down my America's plane, cut off my satellite early warning and global radar data link, and take over all Patriot systems in Japan to send location information."

"Yes."

America has absolute control over Japan's three major air defense systems. While it may not be as extreme as some small Middle Eastern countries, it's not far off.

Soon all the Patriot systems in Japan were taken over, and signals were sent from various locations, including Shikoku, Chiba Prefecture, and Hokkaido, but not northwest of Tokyo.

This result caused a slight change in the expressions of everyone at the command headquarters. There was not a single Patriot system located near Suwon Park, which meant that it was possible to launch PAC-3 MSE missiles using other air defense systems. This was extremely difficult, and even if they managed to launch them, the accuracy would be greatly reduced.

There is a second possibility: that a certain faction in Japan has a Patriot system that does not belong to America, which is tantamount to digging up America's roots.

The Patriot system is not an F-35 fighter jet; America has a much higher degree of control over it, and it would be too dangerous for someone else to get their hands on it.

Thomas Carter stared intently at the satellite images, which showed Suwon Park and its surrounding buildings, including amusement park facilities as well as ordinary residential areas.

"Chief of Staff, where do you see the Patriot system in your opinion?"

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The chief of staff, standing to the side, fell into deep thought. To be honest, he still didn't want to get involved in the Japanese coup, but unfortunately, it was no use.

“I think it’s better to go to Suwon Park, otherwise it would be too easy to expose our location in a residential area.”

Thomas hesitated for a few seconds and then nodded.

"I think so too. Sending the 21st Marine Corps from the USS Wasp is absolutely not an option in the world, because there should be no Patriot system that America can't control."

The USS Wasp was one of nine amphibious assault ships of the America class—no, now there are eight: seven Wasp-class and one America-class. The USS Washington, which was sunk by Naoki Hanyu more than a year ago, was an America-class ship.

Thomas was able to send in airborne troops because America had also made preparations for a coup in Japan.

A full carrier strike group was deployed to the waters off Tokyo Bay, consisting of an aircraft carrier, a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship, a Ticonderoga-class cruiser, four Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, a Seawolf-class nuclear submarine, and a Lewis-class replenishment ship.

A carrier strike group consisting of nine warships is already a configuration for high-risk areas, such as the Red Sea; otherwise, the configuration for low-risk areas would be reduced by half.

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier has a total of 40 Super Hornets, 20 F-35Cs, and 5 Growler electronic warfare aircraft (Naoki Hanyu also has two).

The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship has 14 F-35Bs, Seahawk attack helicopters, and transport aircraft sufficient to transport 2200 Marines ashore.

As for why America's carrier strike group didn't sail into Tokyo Bay, it's because they were afraid of provoking those YMCA lunatics to launch an attack regardless of the consequences, even though they believed they were confident in dealing with the YMCA's air force.

The command post footage shows the carrier strike group, which is in the dark sea and under electromagnetic and thermal signal management, beginning its operations. This weapon, the second most powerful deterrent in modern times, is baring its fangs.

On the deck of the USS Wasp, two large helicopters were starting up, and Marines were running to board them.

The MV-22B Osprey is a large transport helicopter with two propellers, and each Osprey can carry 24 people.

The CH-53K "Zhongma King" can carry 37 fully armed soldiers.

These Marines belong to the Expeditionary Force, Air Operations Unit, and number 530.

The only two heavy weapons carried by the crew were the portable Stinger anti-aircraft missile and the M78 anti-tank missile, which was a modified version of the M72 anti-tank missile and was specifically designed to penetrate powered armor, since powered armor is even more protective than that of the M1A2 main battle tank.

Of course, there are also drawbacks, such as the slower speed, so quantitative change is needed to lead to qualitative change.

Inside the transport helicopter, the platoon sergeant (first sergeant) explained the mission to his team members.

"This mission is to rescue Brigadier General Irving, who is trapped in Tokyo, and to destroy a Patriot system of unknown origin."

When the American soldiers present heard that it was Tokyo again, many of them changed their expressions slightly, and even the squad leader (sergeant) had to bite the bullet and ask a question.

"Sergeant Major, the enemy isn't the YMCA, is it?"

"Congratulations, you got it."

The more than 30 Marines present all looked tense and terrified. They would rather go to the Middle East to wear flip-flops than confront the YMCA. Those lunatics don't care about international law when they kill people.

Just look at the destroyed Yokosuka Port to know how many people died there, how many American soldiers died at the hands of the YMCA, enough to form a reinforced brigade.

I heard there's a coup going on in Japan, and those YMCA lunatics are killing people even more recklessly.

"Sergeant, I suddenly feel a sharp pain in my stomach."

"Could someone else go first?"

The sergeant sternly rebuked, "Stop joking! Do you want to desert?"

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The sergeant also knew he couldn't push too hard.

"Don't worry, this time it's a joint land and air operation, and our military has the means to deal with the YMCA."

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Regardless of what these people were thinking, they all boarded the plane and were only going to Tokyo.

More than twenty transport helicopters were flying in the night sky, while the aircraft carrier, 700 meters away, was also taking off escort fighters, including F-35s and a Growler electronic warfare aircraft.

Thus, a mixed formation of dozens of aircraft flew over America's Pain, Yokosuka Port, while nine warships were also started up.

The escort destroyers turned their radars up to maximum, and activated all the infrared detection methods on the warships, including space-based infrared satellites. Hundreds of missile silos were ready to launch missiles capable of destroying a city at any time.

This is the source of America's confidence in supporting the coup. As for why the Marines had to take off from the carrier battle group to go there...

Since the destruction of the Yokosuka Port base, America has never been rebuilt. Apart from Okinawa and the northern Aomori base, Japan no longer has any large-scale military bases, whether it is the Air Force or the Army.

Seeing that his superior was really going to get involved regardless of the consequences, the chief of staff finally couldn't hold back anymore.

“Commander, didn’t we agree not to interfere in the coup in Japan and only to send a mixed helicopter battalion to deal with Naoki Hanyu? If we really get involved this time, it will definitely provoke a large-scale backlash from the Yonko. Moreover, if the coup fails, the anger of the Japanese people will really make Japan slip out of our control.”

Thomas retorted fiercely.

"So what if they're just YMCAs? I'm confident I can wipe them all out."

"Your ex thought the same thing."

The two top officials were locked in a fierce confrontation, leaving everyone else too afraid to even breathe.

Thomas said in a deep voice.

"I am the commander."

"You will regret this."

The top two leaders parted on bad terms, and the chief of staff left the command center citing physical discomfort.

Thomas continued to issue orders.

"They claimed that our troops were attacked by YMCA Patriot missiles, and that we are dispatching landing forces for rescue, ordering the Japanese defense forces to cooperate."

"Yes."

The Japanese defense forces responded quickly.

"I'm sorry, we are facing difficulties and are unable to send reinforcements to you."

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Thomas snorted angrily.

"Leave them alone."

"Yes."

The liaison officer thought Thomas was being incredibly unrealistic. A coup was taking place in the Japanese capital, the 1st Division had already stormed into Tokyo, and the entire defense force was in a state of chaos. Yet he still wanted other Japanese troops to cooperate.

Moreover, the top three military leaders (chiefs of staff) have been detained by the Ministry of Defense. Why cause trouble at this critical moment? Do they want to die sooner?

Thomas wasn't stupid; he had his own considerations.

Not intervening in the Japanese coup might be better for America, but it wasn't the best option for Thomas.

It goes without saying how he should choose between his own interests and America's.
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On the other side, two power armored vehicles weaved through the streets, attracting the attention of many Japanese citizens along the way.

What are these two things?

"It's power armor."

"Wow, I heard the police department is forming a powered armor unit. Could it be from the police department?"

"It doesn't look like it. The police station's logo is black with gold accents, while this is silver-gray."

The armored squad leader, Owen, asked his remaining teammates.

"How are you, Edward?"

"Don't worry, Captain, I can hold on."

Edward's armor was badly damaged; it was fortunate that it was still usable.

The anti-aircraft missiles came too fast; only two of the three people managed to eject in time. Edward was also hit by the blast wave, resulting in severe damage to his power armor.

Now that the air force has been completely wiped out, they can only run on their own two feet to the nearest Japanese defense force base and ask for protection by relying on America's military status, otherwise someone will definitely kill them.

Just then, a thunderclap rang out, and Edward, who had been perfectly fine just moments before, was sent flying dozens of meters away, unable to get up again. The person who had appeared was none other than Naoki Hanyu, whose entire body was radiating blue lightning.

(End of this chapter)