"We all know the study abroad program carried out by Ryukyu. Since last year, Ryukyu has sent three batches of international students to Prussia, with a total of more than 800 people... At the same time, there are more than 100 Chinese students studying in the UK, and the two teams of 600 students from the United States have made Washington politicians dumbfounded..."

"Xiao Letian is so good to these international students. They seem to be a machine born for learning. Lotte Bank has specially established various foundations, and all the profits are only one use to allow these students to complete their studies without worries..."

"Overyone is amazed at the Chinese's great efforts and admires the hard work of those students. However, in the eyes of the intelligence officers of the empire, this group of international students has actually exposed many of Xiao Letian's secrets..."

Molière's eyes showed a cunning look, like a fox hiding in the forest staring at his prey. "Your Majesty, among the thousands of international students, half of them are military students, and two-thirds of these half are filled in the Naval Academy. What does this prove? This proves that Xiao Letian's future strategic center is on the sea..."

"Two-thirds of the remaining half of the international students have applied for the major of metallurgy and machinery manufacturing. It can be seen that Xiao Letian's strategic pattern in the future will definitely vigorously develop steam-powered iron-armored warships... This is also a normal thing. If an emerging and vulnerable nation wants to make an opportunity, if they cannot rely on quantity, they can only work hard on quality..."

"Everything proves that Xiao Letian began to form a pure steam-powered iron armored navy very early. When we Europe was still struggling with how to eliminate the sail battleships of the past, Xiao Letian was already at the forefront of the times... Now your Majesty, do you think it is impossible for Xiao Letian to own an iron armored ship?"

Napoleon III was a little moved. He could look down on the Qing Dynasty and the whole of Asia, but he still had a little admiration for Xiao Letian.

A small character who was unknown four years ago has become one of the few major forces in Asia in just four years. How can such a person not be admired?

Moreover, Xiao Letian is a recognized wealthy financial supporter in all countries around the world. His financial resources and Prussia's industrial strength may be really possible to create a strange warship.

Moliè saw the flashing eyes in His Majesty's eyes. He knew that he had already told him that he was quick to strike while the iron was hot. "Your Majesty, not only that, we have monitored some key targets for those international students..."

"For example, among Prussian students, Xiang Ying, the nephew of Xiang Shaolong, the leader of the Xiao Letian Guard, Lin Zhen, the son of the Ryukyu Secretary Lin Yuanmiao, and Cai Bixia, the daughter of the Navy General... These senior executives are our focus of monitoring!"

"But, a month ago...the leaders of these international students suddenly 'disappeared'. Of course, the Prussian officials will not admit that these people disappeared. The students still have records of borrowing books on the university's library registration card. The professors will also issue clear teaching diaries, clearly describing their school time..."

"Even the landlords who rent apartments in the students will prove how hard these young Chinese people are, and they will study very late at night... But, since last month, our intelligence officers have never met these people again!"

“There is countless evidence in Prussia that these students still exist, but no one can see them…What does this mean?”

With a touch, Napoleon III's fist hit the table. He is not a fool. As long as he provides him with enough information, he can analyze the key core of the problem.

"You mean, now Prussia and Ryukyu have collaborated to build an advanced warship, and this warship is the ghost ship raging on the Atlantic Ocean? Are those Chinese students and Prussians behind the scenes? It's incredible..."

"Your Majesty, this inference is very reliable. And judging from the location of this accident, this warship is heading south at a high speed. It is very likely that this warship wants to return to Asia..."

"Damn it, do you want to escape after you fight? When our French navy does not exist? Tell me your plan..."

Molière said calmly, "The Glory, the Pious, the Gaul and the Holy, which I brought back from Hong Kong by General Bruce from Hong Kong, are now docking at the Toulon military port for transformation and upgrading... Please allow General Bruce and I to take these four warships to sea. We are willing to pursue this ghost ship! Wash our previous shame..."

"Are you sure? What you are facing is a brand new warship with no attributes. I can understand the mood of washing away shame, but you must be sure..."

"Please rest assured that I have participated in the upgrade and transformation of these four warships in Toulon Harbor. The wooden hull has now attached a steel plate with a thickness of 120 mm. I don't believe that there are any guns that can penetrate our armor. The front-mounted smoothbore guns have all been eliminated. Although the number of artillery has been reduced, the quality has been greatly improved. The rear-mounted rifled guns and fixed-mounted shells are all the latest models..."

"Your Majesty, I have confidence. Please give me another chance..."

In the dark night, Molière's carriage quietly left Versailles Palace. Napoleon III finally nodded. Various information showed that there was only one mysterious warship on the Atlantic Ocean. I believe that Prussia could not take the risk of building two. After all, the ironclad ship was too expensive.

Comparison of four to one strength, even if there is a certain technical difference, it should not be a crushing defeat. What's more, all four warships have been upgraded, so it should be no problem to get first-hand information by a tie.

"Go to Molière, I hope the last failure will teach you a lesson. I will give you four warships, so don't let me down..."

Moliè heard the voice-over, and he knew that His Majesty the Emperor had given him the last chance. If he failed again, he would be completely abandoned. It would be useless whether he was a favorite or not. The empire really couldn't afford more failures now.

Molière, sitting on the train, was signing documents for the dispatch of various materials, and his intelligence officer was sending telegrams to Major General Bruce in Port Toulon.

Rear Admiral Bruce, who received the telegram, smashed the wine bottle on the table and shouted excitedly, "Come, where are my soldiers! Emergency gathering... Finally, I waited for the opportunity to take revenge. I passed my order to open the warehouse in the port and warships provide ocean supplies..."

"Children, we are going to make an expedition. After 12 hours, we set sail immediately!"

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