[Telegram from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the China Democratic League]

To the U.S. government:

We have received your official letter condemning the National League for Democracy's actions in Japan. We express our utmost dissatisfaction and protest. Your interference in our internal affairs without a full understanding of the actual situation is unacceptable to us.

First, regarding your claim that we violated international law and humanitarian principles, we believe that the information you are basing your claims on is one-sided and inaccurate. Our actions were aimed at maintaining peace and security in the region, not acts of aggression as you have alleged.

Secondly, we strongly oppose your threats of war. If the US insists on taking such extreme measures, we will not back down. Please remember that the Democratic Alliance of Vietnam, the Democratic Alliance of Laos, and the Democratic Alliance of Cambodia will stand firmly with us; if you wish to declare war, please do so all at once.

Finally, if war is indeed unavoidable, you will face an unprecedented large-scale military counterattack. Our thousands of warships and 140 aircraft carriers will be ready to land on your American homeland and recreate a historic amphibious assault.

We hope that you will reassess the current situation and resolve the dispute through diplomatic channels, rather than resorting to force. This is not only for the well-being of the people of both sides, but also for world peace and stability.

[Signature]: Zhang Jianping, Press Representative of the China Democratic League

[Position]: Foreign Affairs Department of the China Democratic League

[Date]: July 5, 1942

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"Fuck! Fuck!! Fuck!!!"

Upon receiving the telegram from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic League of Japan, Tom Bruno, the U.S. consul in Japan, slammed the telegram on his desk in a fit of rage.

His face was so dark it looked like it could drip water, and he looked like an enraged lion.

John Griffiths, standing to the side, glanced cautiously at Tom Bruno and tentatively said, "Consul... the National League refuses to withdraw its troops, and even if Congress passes the bill, it will be too late."

"Moreover... the National League possesses thousands of warships and 140 aircraft carriers; we... simply cannot defeat them..."

John Griffiths had barely finished speaking when the sound of shattering porcelain echoed through the office.

"Pat-pat-pat-pat-pat-"

The crisp sound of a glass shattering against the wall echoed in his ears, and Tom Bruno kicked over the vase that was placed in front of his desk.

Then, he grabbed the tray full of snacks from the coffee table and threw it hard onto the floor.

"You useless piece of trash! You're completely worthless!! Do you think I need you to teach me?! Do you think I don't know how powerful the National League's fleet is?!"

John Griffiths lowered his head, not daring to utter a word in rebuttal.

Only after Tom Bruno's anger had subsided considerably did he muster the courage to speak again: "Sir Consul, I do have a solution."

Upon hearing his words, Tom Bruno's previously volatile emotions instantly calmed down.

"Speak." He loosened his grip on the sofa armrests and leaned back in his chair.

John Griffiths pursed his lips slightly and slowly uttered four words: "Using someone else to do the dirty work!"

"What's the meaning?"

Seeing Tom Bruno's confusion, John Griffiths immediately explained, "The Sakura Kingdom has no idea whether we've reached an agreement with the National Alliance or not. We can sign an agreement with the Sakura Kingdom first to get those islands around Sakura Island, and then..."

"On these islands, let's make some moves, create some news, like the Japanese people being massacred by the Democratic Alliance, and the parliament will definitely pass a bill to deal with it..."

After he finished speaking, he paused and glanced cautiously at Tom Bruno.

Seeing that the other party did not stop him from continuing, John Griffiths breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "At that time, we will first join the Allied Powers, gain control of the Allied Powers, and then gather all our forces to deal with the Democratic Alliance. This way, we can both protect ourselves and have the Allied Powers help us defeat the Democratic Alliance..."

Listening to his words, Tom Bruno nodded in satisfaction. "Your trick of using someone else to do your dirty work is quite good. Use Japan to sharpen the Allied forces' knife, and then kill the Democratic Alliance."

John Griffiths bowed respectfully and said, "Thank you for the compliment, Consul."

"very good."

Tom Bruno patted John Griffith on the shoulder approvingly, "While the Sakura Kingdom hasn't been destroyed yet, you should hurry up and draft an agreement with them. Remember to try to get as much territory as possible, and it would be even better if you could get a permanent lease for some land near Tokyo!"

“Yes, Your Majesty.” John Griffiths nodded and turned to leave.

That evening, an anonymous letter was sent to the study of the Prime Minister's residence in Sakura Island.

Upon receiving the letter, Prime Minister Umetoku Tojo of the Sakura Island nation immediately convened relevant ministers to discuss the matter.

After reading the letter, Tojo Umetoku felt as if he had grasped a lifeline. "Hirose-kun, haven't you always advocated for peace talks? Here it is! Hurry up and take it to His Majesty the Emperor to sign!"

Sitting at the lowest seat, Finance Minister Hirose Yutaka frowned and said, "Prime Minister, I don't think this is appropriate. The National League for Democracy is still decimating our soldiers and civilians and hasn't stopped its offensive. The US is clearly taking advantage of our misfortune! We absolutely cannot agree to this!"

"Baka Yaro!!"

"You bastard!!!"

Tojo Umetoku couldn't help but shout angrily, his bloodshot eyes glaring at Hirose Yutaka. "You were the one who started advocating for peace talks! You were also the one who refused to sign! You bastard! You idiot!!! What right do you have to represent me?! You're nothing but a lackey!!"

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