As small as Baolong, Pei Chengyi has a new understanding of the Argentine president. If Xinfan has a small evaluation, in Pei Chengyi's opinion, Theron is far worse than Wang Yuanqing. Two days ago, the Argentine president, who was still high-spirited and did not take Jun Zhuo's adviser seriously at all, only encountered a little trouble, and he regarded Pei Chengyi as a savior. The huge contrast makes Pei Chengyi have to believe that Theron is an out-and-out politician.

Whether it is a politician or a politician, Pei Chengyi has to face the Argentine president.

"General Pei, you're finally here."

Pei Chengyi nodded politely and sat quietly on the sand opposite Theron. Although there is enough reason to believe that the Argentine president has no choice but to pin his hopes on the top military adviser, Pei Chengyi does not want to act rashly before figuring out the situation, lest he run into another nose.

"General Pei has read the recent news reports, right?" Theron's expression was a little embarrassed, seeing that Pei Chengyi still didn't mean to speak, he said, "General Pei also knows the relationship between Ling and Si, and he can't hide it, the deleted report does not exaggerate the facts, our army's transport fleet was ambushed by a British submarine in the early hours of this morning, that is, about ten hours ago, and the latest news I received is that three escort warships and five transport ships were sunk, and two submarines on a secret escort mission also lost contact with the base." ”

"If I'm not mistaken, your army failed to sink the British submarine in battle

Theron's brow jumped a few times, and his expression suddenly became very ugly.

Pei Chengyi unhurriedly handed the documents he brought to Theron, and when the Argentine president opened the documents, he said: "This is the latest information I have received, the ambush of your country's fleet is four British submarines, two of which are the most advanced." class attack shrugging boats".

Theron took a long breath. The gaze returned to the file again. When he turned to the last page, he suddenly looked up.

Touching the surprised gaze of the Argentine president, Bae Chengyi gave a meaningful smile.

"This", is this true? ”

"Your Excellency. Do you still have prejudices against me? ”

"No", of course not. Theron paused slightly. I just couldn't believe it, I didn't expect it. What British television reported turned out to be the truth. ”

"It's not all true, but it's not that different." Pei Chengyi stabilized his emotions and said, "From the day I met Your Excellency, I have made a promise with the honor of a soldier that as the supreme military advisor of your country, I will do everything I can to help your country achieve victory." Although during this period, some unpleasant things have arisen because of some trivial matters, but I believe that I have the same purpose as His Excellency the President, the Military Advisory Group and your army, and the Republic and your country, otherwise we would not have crossed half the world to fight side by side with your army. As a soldier, I will not bow to the enemy either. As the supreme leader of your country. I believe that Your Excellency, like me, will never bow down to the enemy. I am even more convinced that in order to defeat the common enemy and achieve a common goal, we can put aside our previous grievances, work together and fight together. ”

Although Pei Chengyi's words were very subtle, the meaning was very clear.

"The general is right. We must work together for a common purpose. It's just". Theron hesitated for a moment, then said, "The current situation is very unfavorable to us, even if your army is victorious and clears the sea passage to the Falklands for us, we will not be able to immediately deliver the next batch of supplies to the Falklands." I don't know if the general understands that if the Falklands are not captured as soon as possible, the situation will become even more unfavorable for us. ”

"In fact, Your Excellency still underestimates the gravity of the situation

Theron immediately tightened his brows, waiting for Pei Chengyi to continue.

"Although there is no point in holding you accountable, Your Excellency should know that from the very beginning, I was against your army's aggressive tactics, but no one took my warnings seriously." Pei Chengyi smiled bitterly. He said, "So far, your country has lost not only a few warships and tens of thousands of tons of supplies, but the opportunity to win at the lowest cost." It seems to me that if it is possible to send reinforcements to Mau in time, especially armored units equipped with heavy weapons. Within a few days, or at most today, your army will be able to occupy the Falklands and begin to deploy defensive positions. At this point, even if the British refused to admit defeat and insisted on dispatching a task force, your army would be able to thwart or even annihilate the task force without any suspense, forcing the British government to accept or acquiesce in the fait accompli......

Theron sighed secretly and did not refute Pei Chengyi's opinion.

"It's a pity. Your army missed this opportunity to end the conflict as soon as possible Pei Chengyi paused a little before saying, "According to the current situation, there is only time suspense left for the British task force to be dispatched, if it is not expected, within half a month, the British task force will leave the port of Portsmouth and reach the South Atlantic in late May." In order to maximize its determination, gain international sympathy, and increase its international prestige, Britain will also take actions during this period, such as sending long-range fighter jets deployed on Ascension Island to symbolically bomb the Falklands. The most critical thing is that the British Navy will not sit idly by, in addition to organizing a task force, it will definitely send a second group of attack submarines. In my judgment, as long as the British Navy still has the consciousness of the navies of the great powers, the second group of attack submarines should be sent before then. That is, within this month, the second group of British submarines will arrive in the area of engagement

"This" so fast? ”

This is still the most conservative estimate Pei Chengyi smiled bitterly and said, "As a catty." An old empire that established the country with sea power, with the sea, and sincerity. Britain has never lacked resourceful and insightful "generals". Half a century ago, your country learned the power of the British Navy. It has already been proved that since the beginning of this year, the British Navy has intensified its combat readiness patrols in the waters off the Falklands, and the British submarines ambushing your transport fleet arrived at the beginning of last month. In other words, even according to the normal rotation arrangement, it is very likely that another British submarine will be on April 15. That is, it was out five days before the start of the war. If the voyage is added on the day of the war, it is expected to arrive within five days. There is enough reason to believe. Until you organize a second convoy, British submarines will once again blockade the waters off the Falklands. It is a great pity that our army has already lost two submarines, and it is difficult to continue to help your army. ”

"General, what do you mean?"

Deliberately pondered for a while. Pei Chengyi said: "There is no doubt that your country will not only miss the opportunity, but also face the test of life and death. Although we have every reason to believe that Britain will never invade your country, or even strike at your own country during the war, we must also believe that if your country loses this war, both Britain and the United States, which is secretly helping Britain, will be more than happy to create a political upheaval in your country, so that your country will decline rapidly, and there will be no hope for the next few decades.

"That's for sure, as long as we are defeated, Britain and the United States will definitely not let us be at peace."

Pei Chengyi let out a long breath and said: "So your country has no way to retreat, but to show the spirit of breaking the kettle and sinking the boat, and fight the enemy against the water." ”

We have made up our minds for a long time, but "courage and determination are not enough." Pei Chengyi turned the daylight to Theron and said, "Although the situation is very unfavorable for your country, your country has not lost the war, and it may not necessarily lose the war. In my opinion, if your country can quickly adjust its strategy. Seize every opportunity and make full use of all kinds of favorable conditions, not only can you achieve the ultimate victory. You can also get the most out of it. ”

Theron frowned slightly, and heard another meaning in his words.

"As your country's top military adviser, I have an obligation to advise your country." Pei Chengyi paused slightly. "My first suggestion is to change the command structure of your military and set up a joint command as soon as possible that will be jointly formed by the army, navy, and air force, intelligence agencies, relevant government departments, and the military advisory group. Take full responsibility for the combat operations of your army and make the best use of your country's war resources. ”

"Your Excellency, now is definitely not the time to be decided." Pei Chengyi said with a stern face, "Even if you make a wrong decision, it's much better than not making a decision." Although I did not take part in your army's combat operations and am not very clear about your army's battle plan, judging from your army's combat performance in the past two days, it is not that your officers and men are not brave enough, nor that your army's equipment is not advanced enough, but that there is something wrong with your army's command system. In my experience, if you want to turn the tide of battle, the first thing your army needs to do is to straighten out the chain of command. ”

Theron nodded slightly, pondered for a while, and said, "Don't hide it from the general." Before you arrived, I had a hotline with your Guoyuan. ”

Pei Chengyi showed a look of surprise, but he didn't feel strange at all in his heart.

"According to your intentions, if we want to win this war, we must attach great importance to your advice." Theron smiled bitterly and said, "Although I didn't know much about the general, I believe that Yuan who can lead the Republic to victory in two large-scale wars and bring a nation of a billion people into a new era will definitely not be wrong." ”

Hear Theron's words. Pei Chengyi suddenly relaxed a lot.

"I'm not a soldier. But I know what our problem is. Theron smiled bitterly and said, "As the general said, the biggest problem of our army is that it is not well commanded, it fights separately, and it does not form an effective combat force. The problem is that even if a joint command is established in accordance with the general's proposal, it will not be possible to change the status quo of our army and solve the fundamental problems that exist within the army in such a short period of time. I don't doubt the general's ability, it's just that the situation in our army is very different from your army, and it is impossible to solve the problems of our army with the methods of your army. ”

"Your Excellency is right. I'm not denying it. Pei Chengyi knew that Theron was testing him, "More than ten years ago, our army also encountered the same problem. When I was commanding the war on the peninsula, the situation of our army was very similar to that of your army, and the problems existing in the command system greatly limited the combat effectiveness of our army. As Your Excellency feared, we were not able to solve the problem of the chain of command during the war. In fact, there is no need to rush to solve the problem. In order to achieve short-term goals, the best way for a fighter to avoid unsolvable problems and take advantage of the advantages of the existing chain of command. ”

"You mean,"

"Your Excellency, I don't have contempt for your army, and I have never had the idea of contempt for your army." Pei Chengyi paused slightly and said, "Although the next words are difficult to hear, as the top military adviser of your country, I have the duty and obligation to point out the problems existing in your army. In my opinion, the biggest problem of your army is the lack of a military commander in the true sense of the word. There is no doubt that Your Excellency is the supreme commander of your army. But as Your Excellency himself said, you are not a soldier. I don't understand war either. In peacetime, it is not wrong to use civilians to manage the army and use the internal struggle of the army to control the generals, but in wartime, when everything is in the service of war, what is most needed is a military commander who can lead the three armies. It's a pity that, in my opinion, this book in your army comes from the bubble book notch day twist... 8 than... There is no doubt about the prestige and ability of a general who is sobbing when he takes the right revenge, Pei Chengyi's words are very unkind.

Theron was not angry, because what Pei Chengyi said was the truth, there was no military commander in the Argentine army who could command the three armies and make all the soldiers obey. Army Commander Patos had the highest status. But this war has little to do with the Army. And over the years, the status of the Army has been decreasing. The Chief of Staff of the Navy, Treses Bed, was influential, but the Navy's performance was too bad. Dealt a heavy blow to his prestige. The performance of the Air Force is not bad, and it has not disgraced Argentina, but the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Alfonso, is the youngest and his background is not very deep, which may not convince the officers and men of the army and navy.

As president of Argentina, it is impossible for Cerrón not to be unaware of the problems with the army.

After pondering for a while, Theron turned his gaze to Pei Chengyi and said, "The general is right, our army really needs a military commander who can bring victory, and there is a best candidate in front of me

Pei Chengyi hesitated, but still didn't speak.

Although according to the fine tradition of the Chinese nation, at this time, Pei Chengyi should be humble. But Argentina is not a republic, and according to Western custom, to be overly modest is hypocrisy. Besides, Theron has no other choice, otherwise he would not have mentioned Pei Chengyi bluntly.

"I will meet as soon as possible, establish a joint command, and appoint General Pei as the supreme commander."

"Your Excellency, this" Pei Chengyi still couldn't help it. It's just that he didn't give in. "With such an arrangement, is it not too sudden?"

"If you don't do it suddenly, you won't get the effect." Theron forced a smile and said, "Of course. The general should know the situation of our army, although I am the supreme commander, but the struggle within the army is very fierce and very complicated. Even with my full support, General Pei still has to use a pound through the sharp action. The indisputable victory won the recognition and support of the officers and men of our army. ”

Pei Chengyi nodded slightly and said, "I understand what Your Excellency means, and I will hurry up and prepare." ”

"If there is a request for promotion, you can put it forward, and I will try my best to solve it."

"It's hard to say right now, after all, I need a little bit of time. Of course, the most important thing is intelligence. Pei Chengyi paused a little and said, "The intelligence of the British army does not need Your Excellency to worry about. I'll ask the MIA for it. All I need is the posture of your army, especially your navy and air force

"No problem, when you're ready, I'll have the secretary send you to your quarters."

"There is also a reluctant request, that is, please keep it secret for me

"Confidentiality?" Theron frowned.

"After all, I am still your country's military adviser. Does not have the right to meddle in your country's military operations. Your Excellency also said at the beginning that only a sudden attack can have an effect. ”

Theron was stunned for a moment, then laughed.

"If nothing else, I'll take my leave.

After Pei Chengyi got up, he said, "If it is as expected, within a few days, I will give a satisfactory answer to His Excellency the President." I believe it too. In a few days, the final victory is within reach for your country. ”

"General Pei, Argentina's hope is pinned on you."

Although he was infected by Pei Chengyi and saw Hope again made Theron very excited, Pei Chengyi did not continue to ramble with the Argentine president. Then he took his leave and left.

Self-confidence is important, but self-confidence cannot turn into complacency.

When making a guarantee, Pei Chengyi was not absolutely sure. Just in front of Theron. Pei Chengyi must not hesitate in the slightest, otherwise he will make the Argentine president, who has been shaken, give up his efforts. There is no doubt that whether it is from Pei Chengyi's personal interests or from the national interests of the Republic, Argentina cannot turn back at this time, let alone break the jar. Although Pei Chengyi will not admit it in front of Theron, it is undeniable that the final outcome of the Falklands War will definitely affect the whole world.

When he walked out of the villa and got into the car, Pei Chengyi let out a sigh.

Before he could relax, Pei Chengyi saw the figure sitting in the shadow opposite, and suddenly became nervous.

"It seems that not going to the battlefield for a long time will indeed make people relax." The man sat up straight, his face exposed to the light coming from the window.

"You" Seeing Liu Xiaobin, Pei Chengyi breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Old Liu, how do you know that I am here?" ”

"Of course Dongfang Wen told me." Liu Xiaobin smiled and shrank into the shadows again. "If I'm not mistaken, your problem with Theron is solved."

"Could there be anything you guessed wrong?" Pei Chengyi secretly smiled bitterly.

"How many guarantees did Theron give you?

"There's no guarantee, he doesn't have any other choice anyway." Pei Chengyi smiled and told Liu Xiaobin what he talked about with Theron.

"Just as we expected, Theron finally relented."

"There's nothing to be happy about, we're in front of a mess that's hard to clean up." Pei Chengyi frowned slightly and said, "When did you come back?" ”

"We'll talk about that later." Liu Xiaobin knocked on the window connecting the cockpit and asked the driver to drive faster.

Seeing Liu Xiaobin, he was not in a hurry to say, and Pei Chengyi was not in a hurry to ask. Liu Xiaobin came to the door in person. It's definitely not to find out if Pei Chengyi and Theron have entered the honeymoon period.