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Back at the Prime Minister's residence, the head of the Japanese intelligence department reported all the information he had to Noboru Takeshita. After learning that it was not a tactical nuclear weapon or a biological or chemical weapon, the prime minister's heart finally fell.

Noboru Takeshita: "It seems that the Americans did not lie on this matter, and they finally have an explanation to the people."

Seeing that the head of the intelligence department was hesitant to speak, Takeshita Noboru certainly understood what he meant; so he continued: "If you have anything to say, just say it without any worries."

The head of the intelligence department thought for a moment and said: "Your Excellency Prime Minister, the Americans say that the performance of the new missile is unstable; it is more of a rhetoric and not very credible. Even if it is indeed because of the missile problem, how can we explain it to the public? ."

"Could it be said directly that the Americans were testing new weapons in Japan and their performance was unstable, leading to the bombing of military warehouses?"

“It’s simply unimaginable how the people will react.”

Tell the Chinese people directly that an explosion occurred at a US military base; it was so powerful because of a mistake in testing a new missile. Then the people will naturally not agree. The test of new missiles went to Japan. Isn't there a suitable place in the United States?

Judging from the damage to nearby residents' houses, we know how terrifying the explosion is. If this had landed in a residential area, there would have been countless casualties. Assuming the explosion occurred in a crowded place such as a campus, what would be the consequences? Could it be that no one would consider it.

Takeshita Noboru: "What do you mean!"

The person in charge of the intelligence department must not only know how to collect intelligence; he must also make suggestions at critical moments. If you don't have this ability, you will definitely not be able to do your job well.

The two have worked together for many years and are still very familiar with each other; if they do not recognize each other's abilities, it is impossible for them to be in charge of the intelligence department.

The head of the intelligence department thought for a moment and said: "Actually, in my mind, there are two plans."

Hearing that there were two other plans, Takeshita Nobu suddenly became interested; maybe the person in front of him could bring him a surprise.

After indicating to continue, the head of the intelligence department continued: "The first is to truthfully report the relevant situation to the Chinese people and let the domestic people start a demonstration."

"To urge the United States to make concessions, not to mention canceling the military garrison in Japan; but it can reduce the scale. Currently, the number of U.S. troops stationed in Japan is too many. Japan's economic development was very strong before. It may not matter, but now domestic companies are busy saving themselves. Income has dropped sharply; although I don’t work in the tax department, through the intelligence analysis I have, tax revenue will definitely become less and less.”

"It looks like it will improve this year, but everything is an illusion; the days to come will be very manageable. So the expenditure of billions of dollars is a big problem."

"In the past, the U.S. military stationed mainly to defend against the Soviet Union and the rising China."

"But at this moment, the Soviet Union has become a mess, and the various republics are at odds with each other; they have no ability to invade other countries, and if they want to invade, it is Europe. After all, the navy is not the Soviet Union's dominant arm."

"As for China, it is going all out to develop its economy and has disarmed several times; the signal it has released is very obvious."

"Other neighboring countries are insignificant; it is good not to be invaded, but it still has the ability to invade other countries."

"The main purpose of the U.S. military garrison after World War II was to carry out all-round transformation of Japan. Facts have proved that the Americans did it. In terms of culture, almost all Japanese culture before World War II disappeared, replaced by Japanese two-dimensional culture, which is what we often say NP culture.”

"This culture has changed Japanese society. A large number of men are addicted to the two-dimensional culture. The society has lost its worship of traditional men. The result is that men are becoming less and less like men. As a new force in economic construction and military development, Once a country's masculine culture is destroyed, what future does the country have?"

"In addition to transformation in the cultural field, we have to admit that the United States played a very important role in Japan's economy after World War II. Although Japan was also a capitalist power before World War II, its development time was short after the Meiji Restoration, and the national economy completely served the war. , which also leads to the poor life of the people at the bottom of Japan."

After World War II, Japan carried out all-round economic reforms. With the dividends provided by the US Korean War, Japanese industry rose and developed rapidly. From serving the country's war to serving the people now, Japan has gradually gotten rid of its previous economic development difficulties and become an all-round developing capitalist power. It has become the world's second largest economy and has the ability to challenge the United States.

"But so what, people want to deal with you; a Plaza Accord will bring us back to the past. In the next twenty years, it will be difficult for Japan's economy to make great achievements."

"As for a more thorough military transformation, Japan had aircraft carriers during World War II; its military capabilities can compete with the United States in the Pacific. However, after the United States stationed its troops, it destroyed all Japan's destructive weapons. Until now, the Japanese Navy does not have an aircraft carrier. ."

"The more important thing is not to allow Japan to develop nuclear weapons. For the United States, Japan must have military power, which can help the United States restrict the development of other forces in Asia. But the military power cannot be too strong, otherwise Japan will sooner or later counterattack. To control the United States. Under the deliberate control of the United States, Japan’s current situation has been created.”

"Currently, the number of U.S. troops stationed in Japan is about 35,000, but annual military expenditures require 4 billion U.S. dollars. In other words, for every U.S. soldier to come over, we need to pay 100,000 U.S. dollars, and the protection fee is too high!"

"And with just such a small number of people, if the Soviets really mobilized the whole country to attack, they would simply not be able to defend themselves."

"You still need to be strong, and you must make changes; as the prime minister, you must be responsible for the country and the people. It is definitely not appropriate to let the Americans leave directly; even if the size of the garrison is reduced, there has been no suitable reason before."

"But this moment is a good opportunity, and Reagan is about to leave office. He certainly doesn't want to offend too many countries. The president of the United States also needs to live after retirement; the pension alone is not enough to support him."

"Most of them rely on writing memoirs and giving speeches to increase extra income. It is completely possible to release goodwill. Memoirs in Japan will be purchased in large quantities; and they will be invited to give lectures every year."

"As long as the old boy is not stupid, he will naturally understand what it means."

Hearing the other party's analysis, Noboru Takeshita showed an incredulous expression; although they have known each other for many years, they have worked together for a long time. Unexpectedly, I only really got to know the person in front of me today. His ability is definitely not worse than his; to be precise, he is stronger than me.

Being placed in the intelligence department is a bit unworthy, but when you think about it, it's quite suitable!

Takeshita Noboru: "Although the first option is very dangerous, it is indeed a good method. The quality of the American troops stationed in Japan is really poor. Putting aside their combat effectiveness, their ability to cause trouble is unmatched by anyone."

So far, the United States has 35,000 troops stationed in Japan. But just after World War II, this number was almost 10 times more. The famous American general MacArthur was responsible for stationing Japan at that time. A large number of troops from the Pacific region were stationed in Japan after the war.

The reason why the United States sent so many troops was to prepare for a thorough reform of Japan. Before 1949, the Japanese had a very difficult life. On the one hand, it must serve the large number of U.S. troops stationed in Japan, and on the other hand, it must rebuild the economy destroyed by the war.

Since the size of the garrison is not static, we can take advantage of this incident to further reduce the size of the garrison.

Suddenly I thought, isn't there a second option? Listen to what the subordinate wants to express, and it's not too late to make a decision.

Noboru Takeshita: "Tell me about your second plan!"

From the Prime Minister's expression, it is not difficult to see that he is very excited about the first option.

If someone else had said this, Noboru Takeshita might still be skeptical of him; but the head of the intelligence department is still trustworthy. Not only loyalty to the country, but also control of the current situation.

You can always get first-hand information, and with a little analysis you can naturally give reasonable opinions!

The head of the intelligence agency said very seriously: "The second option is to help the Americans hide it."

"It can only be said that the warehouse exploded due to improper operation inside the military base; the huge power was caused by the explosion of weapons and ammunition. The people will instinctively believe that there is no threat to their lives; and the government and the US military are jointly responsible for the surrounding attacks. If the people who have suffered losses are compensated, naturally no one will stand up to march and protest!"

Help the Americans hide it, and the people who suffered losses will receive huge compensation; the demonstration incident will naturally not happen.

But this is irresponsible to the Chinese people. There is no airtight wall in the world; if it is discovered, the consequences will be very serious.

In order to help the military of another country, a government actually deceived its own people; this is definitely a huge stain on Noboru Takeshita's life.

As if he had made a decision, Noboru Takeshita said firmly: "Notify the press department and report that we are investigating the matter. There are no tactical nuclear weapons or biological and chemical weapons; there is no need to panic."

The head of the intelligence department understood that Takeshita Noboru already had an idea; his mission had been completed and he hoped it would develop in a good direction.

When there was only one person left in the office, Noboru Takeshita picked up the phone; he didn't care whether the time was right and called the Japanese Embassy in the United States directly!

The Japanese ambassador was also confused. If the Prime Minister had any urgent matters, he had to call at this time!

But this is his job, representing the country's image and interests; he must be able to enter work at any time.

Of course, the Japanese ambassador to the United States was aware of the explosion at the domestic U.S. military base; but he didn't expect the Prime Minister's ambition to be so big.

As Japan's ambassador to the United States, he naturally knows the United States very well; otherwise, it would be impossible to send him here.

According to Takeshita Noboru's idea, it is really possible; in order to make Japan stronger, the number of American troops in Japan must be reduced.

Not to mention civil servants, even ordinary Japanese do not want to see troops from other countries stationed in the country. This is absolutely a shame.

But it is also very clear that it is almost impossible to directly ask the Americans to withdraw. But if it is reduced to a certain scale, I think Americans will agree.

Now that there is a clear direction, the next step is implementation.

Early the next morning, the Japanese ambassador went directly to the White House after breakfast. He expressed that he had urgent matters and hoped to meet with Reagan.

The residence and office of the President of the United States are in the same place, and it was early in the morning; Reagan had no travel plans and did not leave the White House.

Reagan, who was having breakfast, learned that it was the Japanese ambassador asking for an audience. He knew he was coming, but he still wanted to come, and asked him to wait for a few minutes.

As long as you can see the President of the United States, there is no problem in waiting for several days, not just a few minutes.

After a while, the secretary said that Reagan was waiting for him in the office.

The Japanese ambassador came to the office and first said: "Your Excellency, please forgive me for interrupting. There are reasons for this. I hope you can understand."

Even if you don't understand, people have already come over; and you don't want to be angry so early in the morning.

Reagan smiled and said: "Mr. Ambassador, you are polite, as our closest partner; it doesn't have to be that way between us."

That's what he said, but the Japanese ambassador would never believe it; even Reagan himself probably felt it was a bit fake.

It's ridiculous to think about it as your closest partner.

The United States' closest partners, Israel and the United Kingdom, are about the same; as for Japan, it can only be ranked in the second echelon. You have to know that the two countries fought so fiercely in World War II. How could they completely forget their hatred in just 40 years?

It was all for strategic needs and national interests, as well as suppressing the Soviet Union's development in the Far East; otherwise, the first one to step on Japan would definitely be the United States.

After all, the Japanese ambassador must continue to show goodwill and cannot be shameless.

The Japanese ambassador said very seriously: "What the President said is absolutely true. It is with the strong support of the United States that Japan can recover from the war."

"I believe you already know that a serious explosion occurred at a US military base in Japan. The current explanation given by the US military is that it was caused by an error in testing a new missile."

"If it is directly announced to the public that it is because of testing a new missile, it will definitely cause strong dissatisfaction."

"People will definitely wonder why the test of new missiles is not in no-man's land; in case of deviation, how can their lives and property be guaranteed?"

Reagan knew very well that what the Japanese ambassador said made sense; if it were the American people, there would be an uproar.

But now he must safeguard the interests of the United States. As for the Japanese, he has not heard the protests; if the Japanese government cannot properly solve it, it can only be said to be a capability issue.

Reagan said with a smile: "I have ordered the garrison headquarters to actively compensate for the losses suffered by the people. I believe they will be satisfied. There are still many things to lead to, and I think Mr. Ambassador should understand what he means."

What does it mean to lead? To put it bluntly, isn’t it just deceiving the people of the country?

As the president of the United States, he doesn't care what the Japanese's attitude is; it seems that what the prime minister said makes sense. The size of the garrison must be reduced as much as possible; otherwise, for the Americans, Japan can manipulate it at any time.

Japanese Ambassador: "The people naturally need to be informed, but they also have the right to know the truth. If it is deliberately concealed, it will greatly reduce the government's credibility; it will be very detrimental to Japan's political stability. I hope Mr. President can understand!"