Irish Sea, Murcambe Bay. When the Royal Navy was defeated and the entire British Empire was under the blockade of the German Navy, the only sea they could control was probably the Irish Sea. This sea area, between the island of Great Britain and the island of Ireland, is almost equivalent to the inland sea of the British.

Mercury Bay is nothing more than a little-known remote place. But it was precisely because of this that it became the final gathering place of the Royal Navy's maritime power. Even Scapa Bay has become unsafe. The submarines and carrier-based aircraft of the German Navy, from time to time, would come and launch attacks on the ships of the Royal Navy. And the Royal Navy simply can't do anything about it.

In order to ensure the defense of Markham Bay, the Royal Navy has installed a lot of anti-aircraft weapons around the military port. At the same time, there are anti-submarine nets. A large number of destroyers were also densely packed in the bay, ensuring that German submarines would be spotted as soon as they dived inside.

The Royal Navy's remaining capital ships now consist only of the battleships 'Revenge', 'Resolve', 'Queen Elizabeth', 'War-weary', 'Warrior', 'Giant', 'Dreadnought' and 'Tiger'. 7 battleships and 1 battlecruiser, although still a very strong sea force. But compared to the heyday of the Royal Navy of the British Empire, it is no longer the same. Such a force could not even guarantee the basic security of the British Empire.

However, in the Murcambe Bay at this moment, in addition to these warships belonging to the Royal Navy, there are also warships from the Kingdom of France and Italy. Among them, the capital ships of the French Navy include three 'Normandy-class' battleships, three 'Brittany-class' battleships and four 'Guba-class' battleships. The capital ships of the Kingdom of Italy were two 'Duirio-class' battleships, three 'Count Cavour-class' battleships and the 'Dante' battleship. The capital ships of France and the Kingdom of Italy were prepared to fight in tandem with the Royal Navy. As members of the Entente, the fates of these three countries are undoubtedly tied together. If they lose the war, their fate will be predictable. Therefore, they hope to be able to win the naval battle and thus turn the tide.

Winston Churchill, the British Lord of the Admiralty, rushed from London to Mercham. Looking at the warships moored in the military port, Churchill was greatly moved.

"How nice it would be if the flags flying on those battleships were all St. George's flags!" Churchill sighed.

But it is a pity that the British Royal Navy only accounts for one-third of the 24 capital ships in the military port. The other two-thirds were French and Italian warships.

"Your Excellency, as long as we can defeat the Germans in the next decisive battle. The Royal Navy was soon able to return to its heyday and even more powerful. "John? Admiral Jericho said.

In the British shipyards, a large number of cutting-edge warships are still being built. However, due to the British Empire's complete blockade by the German Navy, the construction of these ships progressed more and more slowly. Because, building a warship requires a lot of steel and other resources. After the complete severance of overseas trade routes, Britain no longer had enough resources to build these warships.

Churchill nodded: "Yes, the Royal Navy although it has suffered heavy losses. However, we have not been defeated yet. Once we have defeated the Germans, it will be time for the British Empire to rise again! ”

Although, there are many difficulties. Churchill, however, never gave up hope.

"Lieutenant General Martin, are they ready?" Churchill asked.

"Your Excellency, the fleet led by Vice Admiral Martin has completed its preparations. As soon as the order is given, they can set off immediately. "John? Admiral Jericho reported.

Vice Admiral Martin was the commander of the fleet of twelve battleships that Britain had purchased from the United States, and was the hope of the Royal Navy in future naval battles. If it weren't for these twelve battleships, the British would not have had the confidence to fight another decisive battle with the German Navy.

"Very well, this time we regrouped thirty-six capital ships. The Germans can definitely be defeated! As long as the Germans were defeated, then the British Empire would win the war again. Churchill said.

"Your Excellency, I am convinced of this!" John? Admiral Jericho said.

"That's right, General. Will General Cavison's crushing defeat at Le Havre get him punished? "John? Admiral Jericho asked.

The fleet, led by Vice Admiral Cavison, lost 21 ex-dreadnoughts and 13 armored cruisers at Le Havre. This is undoubtedly a heavy blow to the Royal Navy. True, those former dreadnoughts and armored cruisers, are outdated. However, the loss of personnel was overwhelming for the Royal Navy.

"There is indeed a proposal in the Cabinet to send General Cavison. However, I was put down. After all, the last decisive battle at sea between us and the Germans was about to begin. At this time, it is not appropriate to punish important admirals of the navy. It can have a negative impact on the morale of the troops. What's more, if we lose, then nothing will make sense. Churchill said.

Indeed, for the present Britain. If the battle is lost, even if Lieutenant General Cavison is hanged, it will not make any sense, and it will not prevent the defeat of the British. If the battle is won, then the losses of those former dreadnoughts and armored cruisers will also become insignificant.

John? Admiral Jericho nodded, and said no more.

"Report, General Lame and General Paul are here." A staff officer to Churchill and John? Admiral Jericho reported.

"Let them come!" Churchill said.

Admiral Ramey was the commander of the French fleet, while Admiral Paul was the commander of the Italian fleet. The two of them, as representatives of France and the Kingdom of Italy, were to command their own fleets and take part in the decisive battle against the German navy.

"Your Excellency, Your Excellency, Commander." When Admiral Lame and Admiral Paul arrived, a warm exchange of pleasantries ensued.

After that, the conversation turned to the main topic.

"Your Excellency, our fleet has been here for several days. When will we be able to fight the Germans? Admiral Lame asked.

Now the situation in France is very difficult, and the French government is eager to have a decisive battle with the German navy as soon as possible, and after the victory and defeat are determined as soon as possible, it can also make a decision on what to do next.

"Your Excellency, the Combined Fleet is also ready. Our plan can be implemented. Churchill said.