Across the ocean, the US government was likewise paying close attention to the Berlin Conference convened by Germany. The moment the conference ended, American spies had already figured everything out. Although Germany's counterintelligence capabilities were formidable, leaving American spies little room to gain an advantage, other countries did not possess such powerful counterintelligence capabilities.
When the intelligence department placed the information that Germany had rebuilt the Allied Powers, begun integrating Europe's strength, and stipulated how many troops each member state needed to mobilize during wartime on President Roosevelt's desk, President Roosevelt's expression turned exceedingly grave after reading it.
"Europe's foundations run far too deep. Even after developing for more than a century, we are still nowhere near catching up to them! Once the Germans integrate the strength of most of Europe, they will no longer be an opponent we can contend with!" Roosevelt sighed.
"Someone, summon the Cabinet Ministers! Also bring the Army Chief of Staff, the Chief of Naval Operations, and Mr. Hopkins." Roosevelt ordered.
Clearly, this matter was too thorny. He had to seek opinions far and wide.
Before long, American government and military officials had gathered in President Roosevelt's office.
"This is intelligence the department has just obtained. Everyone, take a look first," President Roosevelt said.
The officials began reading through the intelligence. The office fell silent, with only the rustling of pages being turned. Yet after the American government and military officials read its contents, every one of them turned pale. The Secretary of War, the Army Chief of Staff, the Secretary of the Navy, and the Chief of Naval Operations in particular looked deathly white.
"Gentlemen, I believe we truly have a big problem this time!" President Roosevelt said after everyone had finished reading the intelligence.
"Yes, Mr. President, I completely agree with you. Our