"Prime Minister, what should we do now? After Germany people are destroyed United States, they will definitely concentrate their forces to deal with us. Although the combat effectiveness of the Empire* army is strong, if they want to fight against German military, I am afraid they are still unable to do so," Finance Minister Kaoru Okawa said.
Hideki Tojo nodded. Even if he was arrogant, he would not think that Island Nation Army and Navy had the strength to fight against German military. Even though Island Nation's Army and the navy have made great progress now, it is undeniable that there is still a very big gap compared with German military.
"The initiative now is no longer in our hands. Everything depends on Germany people." Foreign Minister Shigenori Tōgō said.
Indeed, Island Nation has joined this war, and has been fighting with Germany and South Seas for more than a year. Although Island Nation suffered greater losses, they also caused certain losses to Germany. Therefore, if you want to shake hands and make peace, it is almost impossible. They also know that Germany will never let them go. However, if you continue to fight, you are bound to fail. Therefore, this left the rulers of Island Nation wondering what to do.
"Gentlemen, do you have any good strategies to help us survive this crisis?" Hideki Tojo asked.
"Prime Minister, can we try to have peace talks with Germany. Even if we have to pay a certain price, we must keep our country. In this war, the Germany people are all engaged in a war of national annihilation. Russia was destroyed by the Germany people, Britain and United States were also destroyed by the Germany people. Now, if the Germany people gather all their strength to deal with us, we may still be unable to resist them. And if we cannot resist them, the final result may be to follow in the footsteps of Russia and the United States." Shigenori Tōgō suggested.
When the army is destined to be no match for the Germany people, seeking peace is undoubtedly the best choice. In that case, at least the country's heritage can be preserved, and it will not be destroyed by Germany in the war like Russia, United States and Britain.
Hideki Tojo frowned. If he sued for peace now, Germany people might not agree so easily. In other words, Island Nation will pay a heavy price for this. Not only will the territories captured in this war have to be vomited out, but if not done well, even more costs will be incurred. This is undoubtedly unacceptable to the Island Nation* military. After all, they spent a huge price and made heavy sacrifices to successfully occupy those overseas territories.
"I'm afraid it will be difficult to succeed in peace talks with the Germany people now. The Germany people have just perished and United States is in high spirits. I'm afraid they don't take us seriously." Hideki Tojo said.
"This is for sure. After United States was destroyed, no country can shake the Hegemonic Status of the Germany people. Although Empire is also very powerful, the Germany people must be confident in defeating us." Navy Minister Shigetarō Shimada said.
"In addition, if we negotiate with Germany, the territories we occupied in South Seas, even Philippine Islands in Americans, will have to be handed over to the Germany people. That's okay It is the territory that Empire soldiers paid the price of millions of people! It is the foundation of the Empire's rise. How can we be willing to give it back to Germany people?" Hideki Tojo said.
Indeed, these Island Nation people would be very unwilling to return those overseas territories. They have longed for resource-rich territories overseas for many years. Now we have finally opened up the situation in South Seas. Although the price paid is high, we finally see hope. If Germany is returned, wouldn't all these years of hard work be in vain?
Island Nation's Cabinet's ministers were all silent. They all know that the military generals and officers are definitely not willing to spit out those territories. Therefore, if those territories are to be returned to the Germany people, the military will definitely not be able to get through.
"Unless our army can defeat the Germany people, no matter how hard it is, we must withstand the Germany people's attack. Otherwise, not only will we not be able to protect those overseas territories, but even our homeland will be attacked by the Germany people, and the country may even be destroyed!" Shigenori Tōgō reminded. Now Island Nation is already facing the crisis of national subjugation. If you don't pay attention, Island Nation may become a historical term like United States. If it really comes to that point, that would be the worst outcome.
The expressions of Hideki Tojo and others could not help but become solemn. As Shigenori Tōgō said, maybe their country will perish. If it really comes to that point, then they are probably the sinners of the entire Island Nation.
"Is there a way to save Philippine Islands and Dutch East Indies while at the same time ending the war with Germany people?" Kaoru Okawa asked.
Hideki Tojo couldn't help but laugh, because he thought this was a very ridiculous question. How could there be such a good thing in the world?
"Unless we can defeat the Germany people on the battlefield. Otherwise, those overseas territories cannot be preserved." Hideki Tojo said.
As a result, the problem once again fell into an unsolvable state.
"Your Excellency Prime Minister, I am afraid that now we have only one way to go to the end and prepare to fight the Germans to the end. Unless we can gain an advantage on the battlefield, the Germans will not pay attention to us at all. If we can withstand the German army on the battlefield, If we attack and make them pay a greater price, perhaps we can make the Germans give up attacking us. In that case, we can take the opportunity to negotiate with them and hope to save the Philippine Islands and Dutch Indonesia." Marine Minister Shitaro Shitaro said.
"This is going to be very difficult!" Hideki Tojo said. He has a very clear understanding of the gap in military strength between the two countries.
"It is indeed very difficult. But if we don't try, how will we know whether a miracle will happen?" Shigetarō Shimada said.
Hideki Tojo nodded, he was also hoping for a miracle to happen.
"Your Excellency, Prime Minister, we can make two preparations now. On the one hand, we must immediately negotiate peace with the Germans and try to see if the Germans are willing to accept the armistice conditions we proposed. If the Germans are willing to armistice, that would be great. If the Germans are not willing, If you are willing, then you can only use war. On the other hand, fight to the end. Try to resist the German attack and cause greater casualties to the Germans. In this way, you may be able to strive for a peace that is beneficial to the empire.
Hideki Tojo and others all agree with this.