After the World War ended, the international situation had not eased with the victors and losers decided. Instead, it grew even more tense. Germany had first destroyed its once steadfast ally, further consolidating its Hegemonic Status. Yet this also placed enormous pressure on other nations, prompting them all to strengthen their military buildups.
Among Germany's major rivals, aside from Buru, which was currently in its honeymoon period with Germany, the others had all begun focusing on military expansion. Even Buru feared that Germany might turn its back on them and launch an attack without warning. Thus, Buru had always maintained an enormous military. The Buru Army, its main force, maintained a standing force of over four million men. Its mobilization system had also been strengthened, allowing Buru's forces to double within three months. If Germany wished to attack Buru, defeating eight million or even ten million Buru troops would undoubtedly be extremely difficult.
It was precisely because of this that Buru dared to cooperate with Germany without restraint. Though they knew they were seeking a tiger's skin, Buru's leaders all understood that if they did not strive to develop themselves, then once Germany truly attacked them, they would be even less able to resist.
The major powers of the world were all strengthening their armaments, and this naturally drew Germany's attention as well.
"Your Majesty, according to the intelligence we have obtained, the first aircraft carrier jointly developed by the Americans and British—the Langley—has already begun construction. Although this carrier's full-load displacement is less than twenty thousand tons and it can carry only thirty-six carrier-based aircraft, it is certain that the United States and Britain will accumulate abundant experience during the Langley's construction. It can be foreseen that once the Langley enters service, the United States and Britain will likely