What the hell is a private enterprise?

Chapter 451 Ultimatum
That evening, Tang Wen marked the Marun base that the T6 drone had discovered using the map, and then confirmed it with the intelligence provided by the "Brothers of Justice" organization.

Although the exploration plan has not yet been confirmed, at least the location of the base in the town of Insla is correct, its size is consistent with the description, and even the number of aircraft is about the same.

We can't rule out the possibility of IAA fishing, but... what if it really is?
He pondered the true identity of the "Brothers of Justice" for a long time and finally concluded that they must be a mole, but he didn't know whether they were from within the empire or their allies.

After one initial contact, the other party also started to play mysterious and remain silent. There are two possibilities: -
The fisherman is an expert;
The "Brothers of Justice" are a truly secret organization, and they are so careful because they are afraid of being discovered.

The only clue left is a coordinate, which is a coastline in Milu that Tang Wen has not yet visited.

You could try making contact with them.

……

"Your indulgence is leading us to destruction! Destroying all the efforts of your predecessors!"

"Itamar, that's enough!"

The heated argument in the office even seemed to penetrate the walls. A moment later, General Itamar stormed out, slamming the door shut, followed by Enrique's roar.

The passing officials and guards were terrified and hid to the side, afraid of being implicated.

After a long while, Enrique's confidant, Tupuchim, cautiously pushed open the office door.

He knew that the reason for their argument ultimately lay in their plans for the future.

It should be noted that although no powerful forces have emerged in Nanmei, its rulers throughout history have always tried their best to maintain their independence, even the most incompetent rulers.

The reason is simple: history has shown them that becoming vassals would mean being exploited like a blood bag, while not becoming vassals would allow them to gain some value and develop cautiously while playing both sides.

Enrique originally thought so too, but the choice changed somewhat after the Second Fleet appeared:
The Empire was well aware that the rainforest was a difficult place to deal with, and it was not advisable to be ostracized by the locals while already vying for power with the Second Fleet. Therefore, Kazimirz brought many appeasement policies:
Enrique doesn't want to develop the economy? Fine, the empire will take over all agricultural and livestock products, and at preferential prices;
Is the massive infrastructure project short of funds? The first tranche of a billion-dollar aid loan has been approved, so please feel free to purchase excellent imperial machinery.
Weak military strength and still using A4? No problem, the budget-friendly customized F16-79 (turbojet engine version) is on its way, and will immediately put you into the modern era.

As for the Pakistani Navy's previous desire to purchase the Clemenceau as an aircraft carrier, the Empire could consider selling F-18s and then selling you an Essex. The Essex, the last aircraft carrier to be decommissioned, was only mothballed in 91, so it could be modified and used.

All military equipment will be financed through special loans, and helicopters, armored vehicles, and other equipment used after the Second Fleet's base is destroyed can also be donated directly.

Baxi doesn't even need to exert much effort in combat; as long as he doesn't hold the team back, he can receive many rewards.

If Enrique agrees, the economy will take off in the next few years, and the armed forces will be upgraded to a new level—it's like ascending to a higher level effortlessly.

But this comes at a cost: it means losing independence, suffering an economic Waterloo once decoupled, destroying the secretly preserved nuclear industry, and sending all related scientists to work in the United States.

This is only the internal impact; the reaction of other neighbors is still unknown.

This was unacceptable to Itamar, who angrily denounced Enrique as a traitor.

However, it is foreseeable that as imperial military aid continues to arrive, Itamar's influence will gradually decline, and he will eventually be reduced to nothing more than grumbling.

But before that, his words still carried a lot of weight.

Upon seeing Tupuchim, Enrique immediately asked him:

"I finally managed to secure a precious opportunity, but Itamar always had unrealistic fantasies, and his stubbornness ruined everything!"
I bring people wealth, abundant food, and convenient access to water and electricity; he only brings bloodshed! "Of course, of course I support you."

Tupchim comforted Enrique until the latter finished venting his frustrations, then whispered:
"I just learned that our American friends don't seem to like him very much either. If the general could relinquish power, it would make it easier for aid to come in."

"Ha, Itamar isn't the kind of person who'd settle down and retire peacefully."

Itamar is actually a few years older than Enrique, making him a true old man, but he has a long history and great prestige.

"Then we'll take care of him in his old age."

Tupchim winked at Enrique, who paused for a moment before lowering his voice and saying:

"Damn it, you're involved with the IAA?"

Enrique was quite certain that it was virtually impossible for anyone inside to pose a threat to Itamar, and there was only one possible reason for this idea to come to mind.

“Sir, I don’t think now is the time to worry about these things.”

After confirming that the door was closed, Tupchim silently made a downward slashing motion with his palm, causing Enrique's pupils to shrink.

……

November 1st

"Prism Building hereby warns the Second High Seas Fleet and all its members:"
The trial of you has reached its final stage. Since last year, the Empire has destroyed dozens of your submarines, an entire powerful fleet, and nearly 10,000 crew members, pilots, and commanders.

Many of you have family members and friends who were rescued in time and are now living a stable and prosperous life in the United States. However, you have no choice but to go into hiding for the safety of your loved ones.

The Second Fleet of the High Seas and the Lost Empire are utterly illegal organizations; every minute of their existence is a crime, posing a tremendous threat to the future of all humanity. The Empire has the right…

40个盟国共计80万正义的战士、9个航母打击群和超过8000辆坦克、3000架战机已经获得授权将对你们实施打击，并有权使用一切武器。

This is a final ultimatum to all members of the organization and their collaborators:
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Within 168 hours, the organizers and all personnel must proactively surrender to us by calling XXX-XXXXX or through other official channels.
Any refusal will result in military action, the timing of which is up to us.

At the press conference that day, Rams read the announcement with a stern face in front of the camera.

Just the day before, the Senate formally passed a plan to strike all Second Fleet presences, including South Mei base, and authorized a special budget of $400 billion for Prism Building.

The names of several allies also appeared in the announcement, signifying the legitimacy of the action.

After the announcement was released in the morning, rumors began to circulate in the afternoon that the Empire, the Chicken, and the British were preparing to strengthen the responsibilities of the Watson-Lar organization, giving it the function of monitoring the flow of technology in world trade.

The two announcements immediately caused a huge uproar. The forceful announcement made people suspect that the Empire had already grasped the location of the secret base in the rainforest and that it would once again demonstrate its overwhelming power in the rainforest.

While the rumors surrounding the WA standard have not been officially confirmed, the use of terms like "world" and "certification" has raised concerns and prompted people to seek information from various sources.

(End of this chapter)