"Well, the performance of Oskar and 8th Army Corps really shocked me. However, this is also a great thing for the Empire." A smile appeared on Wilhelm II's face.
The victory achieved by Oscar and 8th Army Corps on the Eastern Front made Wilhelm II very satisfied. At the same time, what made him even more satisfied was undoubtedly Oscar's next deployment of the Eastern Front. Military means and political means were combined to completely defeat Russia, so that Germany no longer had to worry about the East's powerful enemy. If Oscar's plan succeeds, it will give Germany an advantage in this war.
This also makes Wilhelm II very lucky and lucky to have chosen Oscar to be Crown Prince of the Empire. Otherwise, perhaps everything wouldn't be possible now. Even if Crown Prince Wilhelm wakes up now, it remains to be seen whether Wilhelm II will ask Oscar to return Crown Prince's position to Crown Prince Wilhelm. After all, Oscar's performance in the position of Crown Prince is more than a star and a half better than the original Crown Prince Wilhelm. The political wisdom and problem-solving ability demonstrated by Oscar are obviously more sophisticated than Crown Prince Wilhelm. It can be said that Wilhelm II has obviously believed that Oscar is the best candidate for Crown Prince.
Moltke the Younger saw the smile on Wilhelm II's face, and his heart continued to sink. He knew that Wilhelm II's attitude towards Oscar had fundamentally changed. If he wants to continue fighting Oscar, Wilhelm II will not give him any support.
When he thought of this, Moltke the Younger had a new decision.
"Your Majesty, before, my relationship with Crown Prince was very tense because of different political opinions. Now, I finally understand that everything is because I am too short-sighted. I am willing to work with Crown Prince reconciled, but I'm worried that Crown Prince won't forgive me. So, I hope Your Majesty can come forward to mediate," Moltke the Younger said with a sincere face.
Wilhelm II was stunned, as if he couldn't believe it. After all, he was very clear about Moltke the Younger's character. This is not something Moltke the Younger can say! However, if the conflict between Moltke the Younger and Oscar can really be resolved, that would be a good thing.
"Okay, I will talk to Oskar. I believe that Oskar is not that kind of person." Moltke the Younger smiled.
"Your Majesty, I am very sorry for the current predicament on the Western Front. Due to some reasons, we were not able to defeat Anglo-French Allied Forces as we wished on the Western Front. However, I believe that we will have a chance next time. What we need to do now is to let Rest the troops and store combat supplies. When the time is right, we will launch a war. I believe that we will be able to defeat Anglo-French Allied Forces, capture Paris, and defeat France." Moltke the Younger continued. He wanted to use this method to make Wilhelm II believe that he could still lead German military to victory.
However, what Moltke the Younger regretted was that Wilhelm II didn't seem to give him the response he wanted.
"I need to think carefully about Western Front. However, I suggest you take a rest for a while. You have been busy with this war since before the war started. I think you should take a good rest. This will be good for your body." Wilhelm II said tactfully. He believed that Moltke the Younger should be able to hear what he meant.
Moltke the Younger opened his mouth, wanting to say that he was in good health and didn't need to rest at all. However, in the end he was still unable to say anything. He knew that when Wilhelm II said this, he had made up his mind to replace him. Let him rest, this is just to save him face. If he continues to be ungrateful, Wilhelm II may not be so easy to talk to. When the time comes, it will definitely be embarrassing.
Moltke the Younger knows how to choose. If he accepts Wilhelm II's suggestion, the friendship between him and Wilhelm II may be able to continue. Otherwise, their friendship would have to come to an end.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I have indeed felt very tired recently. Therefore, it is undoubtedly the best to take a rest. However, if Your Majesty is in need, you can call me at any time. For the Empire, I am willing to continue fighting." Moltke the Younger said.
Wilhelm II nodded, and a trace of sadness flashed across his face. The quarrel between him and Moltke the Younger made him feel uncomfortable.
"Your Majesty, if there is nothing else, I will leave." Moltke the Younger said.
"Okay, you go back and have a good rest!" Wilhelm II said.
Moltke the Younger left Wilhelm II's office. His back was full of desolation and loneliness. For him, losing the position of chief of general staff was obviously very uncomfortable.
Looking at Moltke the Younger's leaving figure, Wilhelm II also remained silent for a long time.
"Hey, I'll find a chance to talk to Oskar in the future. Don't embarrass Moltke the Younger anymore! After all, you can't be a friend without any mercy!" Wilhelm II sighed. Keeping Oscar from causing trouble to Moltke the Younger is the only way Wilhelm II can help Moltke the Younger for the sake of being a friend.
Of course, Moltke the Younger couldn't hide it from Oscar when he went to find Wilhelm II. Oscar learned the news almost as soon as Moltke the Younger entered Wilhelm II's office. At that time, Oscar was discussing the next battle situation with Feng Falkenhayn.
Now, it has almost become a foregone conclusion that Feng Falkenhayn will take over as the Chief of General Staff. However, after Feng Falkenhayn comes to power, he must come up with a plan that is beneficial to Germany! Otherwise, it would not only be difficult to communicate with Wilhelm II. At the same time, I couldn't explain it to those generals! In that case, it would not be so easy for Feng Falkenhayn to secure his position as chief of general staff.
"Your Highness, Moltke the Younger are looking for Your Majesty. Will there be any surprises?" Feng Falkenhayn was a little worried.
Oscar shook his head. He knew Wilhelm II's character. Once he made up his mind, it would be difficult to change. What's more, Moltke the Younger's performance in this war was indeed terrible. Wilhelm II will never allow Moltke the Younger to serve as the chief of general staff. He still wants to lead Germany to win this war!
"Don't worry, everything has become a foregone conclusion. No matter how hard Moltke the Younger works, nothing can be changed." Oscar said confidently.
"In this case, it couldn't be better." Feng Falkenhayn felt a lot more relieved.
The next day, Wilhelm II issued an order to remove Moltke the Younger from the post of chief of general staff, and Minister of War von? Falkenhayn served concurrently as chief of general staff.