"God! Are those French stupid? They actually agreed to such harsh demands of the Germany people. Don't they know that by agreeing to these demands, they are no different from the subjugation of the country? They have lost all their colonial Land, and lost half of the territory. At the same time, France will be burdened with heavy war reparations, and France will be completely reduced to a third-rate small country!" Crown Prince Karl looked like he could not make steel, as if he felt sorry that France would actually agree to Germany's request.
"Your Highness, French have no way not to agree to the Germany people's request! If they don't agree, German military will continue to attack. And French is on the battlefield. They can no longer withstand the Germany people's attack. Once they refuse the Germany people's demands and cause the negotiation to break down, they will soon be destroyed by the Germany people!" Ambassador Juluch said.
"Yes, Your Highness. If that's the case, it's understandable. After all, France can still survive by agreeing to Germany's conditions. If one day Germany After declining, they still have one day to restore their country. But if they are destroyed by the Germany people, the consequences will be even more serious, "Austro-Hungarian Foreign Minister Leopold von Baron von Berchtold said.
"But the damn Germany people actually signed a peace treaty with French behind our backs. Among the benefits handed over by French, Austro-Hungarian Empire should clearly have a share. But now, Germany The people are so greedy and shameless. The original covenant stipulated that no country could make peace with the enemy alone. Now, the Germany people have broken their promise!" Crown Prince Karl said through gritted teeth.
After learning that Germany actually got so many benefits from France, he suddenly became unbalanced. Although, Austro-Hungarian Empire did not contribute at all in the battle against France. However, Crown Prince Karl still stubbornly believed that among those trophies, Austro-Hungarian Empire should have a share. Germany leaving Austro-Hungarian Empire alone to negotiate peace with France is a betrayal of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
Baron von Berchtold felt worried when he heard what Crown Prince Karl said. If we follow Crown Prince Karl's point of view, this will definitely greatly affect the relationship between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and Germany. The current Germany is too strong. Even if Austro-Hungarian Empire were twice as powerful, he would probably not be a match for Germany.
Of course, Germany looked a little ugly during the negotiation with Allied Powers. But who made Austro-Hungarian Empire too weak to fight back against Germany's suppression?
"Your Highness and Your Majesty have told us not to offend Germany people, but to repair the relationship with Germany people as much as possible. In that case, it is most beneficial to the Empire." Baron von Berchtold reminded.
"I know! I have my own sense of what to do. However, Empire's interests cannot be harmed." Crown Prince Karl said stubbornly.
Seeing this, Baron von Berchtold had no choice but to say nothing more.
After Crown Prince Karl went to rest, Baron von Berchtold and Ambassador Juluch exchanged opinions on this matter.
"Your Excellency, I'm worried that Crown Prince will offend Germany people. I know more about the situation at Berlin. Germany political and military circles now look down on the Empire, thinking that Empire is in the war, He didn't make much effort at all, but instead dragged Germany down. It is precisely because of this that Germany is looking down on the Empire more and more. If Empire wants to get more benefits from the negotiation, it will be very difficult." Jugenbrugg said with some worry.
"I know. However, Crown Prince's character is too paranoid. I hope he can be measured this time!" Baron von Berchtold sighed. He also believes that Crown Prince Karl is not the most suitable candidate for Crown Prince, but who made Austro-Hungarian Empire and Crown Prince have problems one after another? Is there really no more suitable candidate?
Austro-Hungarian Empire and Crown Prince seem to be cursed, causing problems one after another. The first Crown Prince was the son of Franz? Joseph. As a result, he committed suicide. Later Crown Prince was the nephew of Franz? Joseph I, but he was assassinated again. Now Crown Prince can be regarded as the great-nephew of Franz? Joseph. However, his character and ability seem not to be enough to take on the important task of Crown Prince. However, now they have no extra time to re-select an heir. Franz? Joseph I's health condition no longer allows it.
That night, German Emperor Oscar held a banquet in the palace to welcome the Austro-Hungarian Empire delegation from afar. At the banquet, Oscar talked about the friendship between Germany and Austro-Hungarian Empire, and hoped that the alliance between the two countries could be maintained.
The banquet was a feast for the guests and the host, and both parties had a very pleasant exchange.
However, after three rounds of wine and five delicious dishes, Crown Prince Karl proposed to visit the gardens of the palace.
Crown Prince Karl's request made Oscar a little surprised, but he still agreed to his request with a smile. And, personally accompany you.
Oscar has also dealt with Crown Prince Karl, and I know that this person has a rather paranoid personality. The so-called visit to the palace gardens is just an excuse. In fact, there must be something to talk to him about.
Oscar also wants to know what Crown Prince Karl wants to do. Only after knowing the other party's requirements can we come up with solutions.
"Your Majesty, congratulations on your country's victory in the war. Although the war is not over yet. However, I believe that there is no doubt that your country will win the final victory!" Crown Prince Karl said.
"Yes, I think so too. However, Germany and Austro-Hungarian Empire are allies, and they are both countries founded by Germanic people. The victory of the German Empire is also the victory of the Austro-Hungarian Empire." Oscar said.
"It would be great if Your Majesty could think like this. However, what German Empire has done recently has not taken into account the interests of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which makes Austro-Hungarian Empire very chilling." Crown Prince Karl continued.
"Your Highness, what happened?" Oscar started to act stupid.
"I heard that your country has completed negotiations with France and has signed a peace treaty. However, the original covenant stipulated that no country may make peace with the enemy alone." Crown Prince Karl stared at Oscar closely.
Oscar smiled and then said, "Yes, there is this provision in Alliance Treaty. However, although Austro-Hungarian Empire declared war on France, it did not send troops to attack France. Therefore, France is only your nominal enemy."