The competition reached this stage, and the Phoenix Empire had already achieved a comprehensive victory.

Byron insisted on continuing only because of adhering to the soldier's code: 'Apart from death, one would never voluntarily leave the battlefield.'

That would be a deserter.

The drinking contest was very straightforward, each side found a large-framed person, and they started competing cup by cup.

"I can still drink."

"Me too."

"I'll have a cup of forty-two degrees Whiskey."

"I'll have a bottle of fifty-three degrees Moutai."

"Then I'll also have a bottle..."

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You drink a cup, I drink a cup.

You down a bottle, I'll down a bottle too.

Finally, exchanging glances, each able to spit a mouthful at the other...

Tang Fei felt it was too disgusting and said to Byron: "Let's call this round a tie, shall we?"

"Alright." Byron readily agreed.

He couldn't stand it any longer either; if they kept drinking, they might both end up showing off a large-scale 'car accident' scene.

Moreover, a tie was beneficial for their Sea God Fleet, at least they weren't losing all three matches...

"Then let's end it." Tang Fei said.

So, someone ran over to pull the two apart.

Tang Fei glanced around and spoke out: "Two wins and a tie, Beihai Fleet wins. Does anyone have any objections?"

No one objected.

After all, all three battles were conducted right under everyone's nose.

Whether it was fighting, shooting, or the final drinking contest, everything was conducted under fair and just conditions.

At least it appeared that way on the surface.

Now the competition results were out, yet they couldn't admit defeat...

The Sea God Fleet couldn't afford to lose face.

"Do you guys have anything to say?"

"We lost this time, but next time, we will definitely win." Byron gritted his teeth and said.

He lost, but it didn't mean the entire Sea God Fleet lost.

There would always be a chance for them to regain ground.

The Sea God Fleet had this kind of idea, which didn't surprise Tang Fei at all.

He looked at Byron and others, speaking in a deep voice: "Soldiers should achieve merits on the battlefield, vie for supremacy in front of the enemy chiefs."

"What is this place? Is it a battlefield?"

"What relationship do you have? Are you enemies?"

"We are comrades, partners. The Aus Empire is a great country; your Prince Philip is my best friend, Tang Fei..."

"What you guys did below caused a commotion; how should we two conduct ourselves? Can we still maintain this sincere and passionate friendship?"

"Everyone is a soldier, a little blood in their bones is understandable and quite appreciated. Without blood, can one still be called a soldier?"

"However, your skills shouldn't be used against your own people, nor should they be displayed in a bar..."

"This is a place to drink and pick up girls, a place to make friends and relax..."

"You want to win, to regain ground, I can give you this opportunity."

"But if there is a private fight again, don't blame military law for being ruthless."

Tang Fei finished speaking, not waiting for any reaction from others, and turned to walk outside.

"Send the injured ones for treatment." Chen Binghan reminded and quickly followed after.

"Arrange a meeting with Beihai Fleet's commander Antonio for me." Tang Fei said.

The shooting match and hand-to-hand combat were to let the Aus Empire soldiers recognize the true strength of Beihai Fleet, not to underestimate the warriors here.

The collective surrender of Beihai Fleet, defeat without battle...

After all, there wasn't much actual fighting.

Similarly, these two fierce competitions could also release the resentment in soldiers' hearts from both sides, while drinking...

It's not the alcohol, rather it's a lubricant.

Getting drunk thoroughly can turn foes into friends instead.

These three contests were deliberately arranged by Tang Fei, everything under his control.

However, this doesn't resolve the root issue.

The root lies at the top, so he wants to discuss with Antonio, addressing the problem of soldiers' hostility and mutual brawling from the source.

"Yes." Chen Binghan agreed.

Antonio is the highest commander of the Sea God Fleet, appointed by Prince Philip to stay here and cooperate with Beihai Fleet to guard Liyu Port, ensuring the strategic outcome.

Moreover, if Tang Fei attacks the Phoenix Empire internally, they can join in time and share post-war victory results.

Tang Fei led Chen Binghan and other Beihai Fleet higher-ups to arrive at Liyu Lane, he was reported immediately.

He intended to hurry over to meet, yet was unsure about Tang Fei's intentions.

After all, while they are partners, they belong to two nations and factions.

Aiming for their interests, they have their small calculations.

Moreover, when Prince Philip left, he had instructed some personal matters...

The results were fruitful.

Several higher-ups of Beihai Fleet promised to turn towards Aus Empire at key moments.

So, he patiently waited.

The frequent fights between Sea God Fleet and Beihai Fleet soldiers caused headaches for him too.

Digging at Beihai Fleet's corner is true, wanting close cooperation is also true.

Prince Philip's choice to cooperate with Tang Fei is equivalent to gambling everything.

After hearing about it, he was severely berated by King Lionheart upon returning and is still under confinement.

If cooperation on his side goes wrong, then...

Everything they did would be in vain?

What are they aiming for?

They are Prince Philip's representatives outside, they must carry out Prince Philip's strategic plan.

The future belongs to Prince Philip, and also to the Aus Empire.

He knew about the three competitions, lost two and tied one...

Hmm, Tang Fei didn't make things too ugly.

Although it was already quite unpleasant.

As he hesitated whether to go and comfort the Sea God Fleet's soldiers, telling them not to feel too burdened, his secretary, clad in a white naval uniform and with a well-proportioned figure, quickly walked over and saluted, saying crisply: "Report commander, Beihai Fleet's Commander Chen Binghan requests to speak with you."

"Put it through."

Antonio took the call, speaking with a smile: "Commander Chen, this is Antonio."

"Mr. Antonio, our Lord Tang Fei wants to talk with you."

"It's my honor."

Soon, Tang Fei's voice transmitted over: "Mr. Antonio, for this long night, how about drinking and enjoying the moon together?"

Antonio glanced at the moon hanging high above the sea, thinking that if he drank and enjoyed the moon, it should be with his little secretary...

Of course, he couldn't refuse Tang Fei's request.

"Mr. Tang Fei, it's my honor."

"Alright then, I will visit Mr. Antonio in ten minutes."

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Ten minutes later.

Antonio holding a glass asked in surprise: "Naval combat tournament?"

"Yes." Tang Fei replied with a smile: "Since they want to compete, let's offer them a legitimate battlefield. Winning results in promotions and nobility, losing means they need more training."

"This way, it can release their inner resentment, motivate their training enthusiasm and discover talent in both fleets, achieving multiple gains... How does Mr. Antonio feel?"

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