novelden Chapter 815 Confrontation at Sea
Chapter 815 Confrontation at Sea
Half an hour later, on the sea, the two Fuso patrol ships gradually lost their former majesty under the raging flames. Their hulls tilted, flames shot up into the sky, and thick smoke billowed, like two volcanoes about to sink into the sea. The flames reflected on the sea, intertwined with the afterglow of the setting sun in the distance, forming a tragic and tragic picture. With the beating of the waves, the two patrol ships finally sank slowly, leaving only a churning sea water and scattered wreckage, witnessing the cruelty and ruthlessness of this battle.
At this time, Liu Mo stood on the bridge of the flagship and reported the situation to his superiors through the encrypted communication channel: "Reporting to the superiors, we have successfully sunk two Fuso patrol ships, and there are no signs of activity of enemy ships in the current waters. The ships of the Sea Wolf Fleet are in good condition and are ready to implement the next plan." Although his voice was calm, it was difficult to conceal the pride and determination in it.
Almost at the same time, the response of Navy Colonel Guo Yuhang came through the communication system: "All members of the Sea Wolf Fleet, listen up! Immediately adjust the course, move closer to the West Seaport, and execute the next combat plan. We must let the enemy know that the majesty of the Chinese Navy cannot be violated!"
Following Guo Yuhang's order, the Sea Wolf Fleet quickly adjusted its formation, and like a group of agile cheetahs, it advanced at full speed towards the West Seaport. The waves rolled under the hull, and the roar of the warship's engine and the whistling of the sea breeze intertwined to form an exciting battle symphony.
At this time, the atmosphere in the West Sea Port was extremely tense. Alarms sounded one after another, resounding through the sky, breaking the tranquility of the port. Fuso Navy officer Fujiwara Jiro stood in the command room, his face livid, his eyes burning with anger. He clenched his fists and roared, "Why? Why didn't our patrol ships send back any alarm information? These damn rubbish! What the hell are they doing?!"
Fujiwara Jiro's roar echoed in the command room, but no one dared to answer.
He knew very well that this was not just a dereliction of duty by the patrol ship, but a serious blow to the entire Fuso naval defense line. He quickly ordered all available ships and defense forces in the port to prepare for the upcoming Chinese naval fleet.
In the West Sea Port, as the alarm continued to sound through the sky, the entire port seemed to be shrouded in an invisible atmosphere of tension. A majestic Nagato-class battleship, like a giant on the sea, slowly sailed out of the port gate, with the huge main gun on its turret pointing straight to the sky, demonstrating its unparalleled power.
Following closely behind were two Furutaka-class heavy cruisers. They were agile and well-equipped, each carrying multiple guns ready to fire.
Further back are four Yubari-class light cruisers, which are known for their flexible and changeable tactics. Although their tonnage is not as large as that of battleships and heavy cruisers, they play an irreplaceable role in reconnaissance and escort.
Finally, the six Shirolu-class destroyers were like a pack of wolves on the sea, known for their high speed and agility. They shuttled back and forth in the fleet, providing necessary support and cover for the entire formation.
The commander of the Fuso Asian Sea Third Fleet, Hachimura Kyo, stood on the bridge of the flagship, staring at the Chinese fleet approaching from a distance. He knew that this would be a decisive battle concerning the safety of the entire Shikoku Island, and there was no room for slackness.
He held the microphone close to his lips, his voice steady and powerful as he issued tactical orders to the entire fleet through the internal communication system.
"Attention, all ships. This is Hachimura Kyo. We are now entering the battle preparation phase." His voice echoed on the bridge and then spread throughout the fleet through radio waves. "The Nagato-class battleships are the main force, responsible for facing the enemy head-on and using their main guns to carry out precise strikes on enemy ships. The Furutaka-class heavy cruisers are distributed on both sides of the battleships to provide fire support and air defense protection. The Yubari-class light cruisers are responsible for reconnaissance and communication to ensure that our intelligence is unimpeded. The Shiratsuyu-class destroyers are the rapid reaction force, responsible for intercepting harassment and raids by enemy ships."
Hachimura's tactical instructions were clear and specific, with every detail considered carefully and comprehensively. He knew that in naval warfare, the flexibility and execution of tactics often determined the outcome of the battle. Therefore, he constantly emphasized the importance of coordinated operations and information sharing among the ships.
"Remember, we are a team and every action must be taken in the best interests of the entire fleet."
"Only by uniting together can we defeat a powerful enemy. Now, let us use practical actions to prove the glory and strength of the Fuso Navy!"
As Hachimura Kyo's order was issued, the entire fleet quickly entered combat mode. The roar of the warship's engine rose and fell, and the turret slowly turned, aiming the muzzle at the enemy in the distance. On the sea, the warships were like steel behemoths, ready to go, ready for the upcoming decisive battle.
On the bridge of the Sea Wolf Fleet's flagship, Liu Mo was holding a high-powered telescope, his eyes fixed on the approaching enemy fleet on the distant sea level, his brows furrowed and his expression focused.
The majestic figure of the Nagato-class battleship, the steady figure of the Furutaka-class heavy cruiser, the flexibility of the Yubari-class light cruiser, and the agility of the Shiratsuyu-class destroyer all came into his sight, giving him a more intuitive understanding of the enemy's strength.
"The report says that the enemy fleet has been confirmed to be led by a Nagato-class battleship, supported by two Furutaka-class heavy cruisers, four Yubari-class light cruisers and six Shiratsuyu-class destroyers, and is approaching our waters." Liu Mo's voice was clearly conveyed to the senior commander Guo Yuhang through the internal communication system. His tone contained both an accurate description of the enemy situation and an implicit expectation for the next move.
Almost at the same time, Guo Yuhang responded quickly, his voice was steady and powerful: "Liu Mo, I have received your report. Please rest assured that the North Sea Wind Fleet will soon arrive at the battlefield, including a Zeppelin aircraft carrier and two Bemis battleships. Their joining will greatly enhance our combat effectiveness. Before that, your mission is to ensure the safety of the Sea Wolf Fleet, avoid direct fire with the enemy, preserve strength, and wait for the best time."
Guo Yuhang's tactical guidance was clear and specific. He knew very well that under the current circumstances, it was not wise to confront the enemy head-on.
What he needed was time, time to wait for reinforcements to arrive, time to find the enemy's weaknesses and strike hard.
"Understood, Colonel Guo. The Sea Wolf Fleet will strictly follow your instructions to avoid direct fire, and at the same time strengthen reconnaissance and vigilance to ensure the safety of the fleet." Liu Mo responded quickly.
As the communication ended, Liu Mo immediately turned to the combat staff team on the bridge and conveyed Guo Yuhang's order. The entire bridge suddenly became busy, and the officers quickly adjusted the tactical deployment, strengthened the surveillance and vigilance of the enemy, and were prepared to respond to emergencies at any time.