Paul? Borselli's face was very ugly, mainly because Crown Prince Karl's tone was too aggressive, and he looked like he would not give up until Kingdom of Italy's bone marrow was squeezed out. This made Paul? Borselli know that this time the other party's conditions might be quite harsh.
Although, Paul? Borselli has been prepared for a long time. But after seeing such a situation, he still felt a little sad. Because, Crown Prince Karl acted too much like a robber, and he clearly wanted to take away all the wealth of Italy!
"Ahem!" German Foreign Minister Wachte coughed twice, attracting everyone's attention, and then continued, "The Kingdom of Italy made an unforgivable mistake during this war. It is inevitable to be punished. The German Empire has the following requirements for the Kingdom of Italy. First, the Kingdom of Italy needs to pay 20 billion marks in war compensation to the German Empire. Second, the Kingdom of Italy must cede Sicily and Sardinia to Germany. Empire. Third, the Kingdom of Italy must transfer the colony of Libya to the German Empire. Fourth, Italy's military strength must be restricted. The army must not exceed 100,000 people, and it cannot possess tanks and cannons with a caliber of more than 100 mm. The navy must not build warships of more than 5,000 tons, and cannot possess submarines, aircraft carriers, and aircraft. Fifth, until Italy fulfills those conditions, the German Empire must station 50,000 troops in Italy!"
Wachth told Germany's conditions completely. Except for asking for an extra Sardinia, the other conditions are almost the bottom line of the German Empire. German Empire does not intend to give Kingdom of Italy room for bargaining on these conditions and will not give in any further.
"God! Your Excellency Foreign Minister, such conditions are too harsh. Kingdom of Italy simply cannot bear it!" Paul? Borselli said immediately. Although the conditions proposed by Germany were relatively harsh, it did not surprise him. What worries Paul? Borselli is that Germany has already put forward such harsh conditions. Austria-Hungary the Empire's Conditions will definitely not be much more relaxed than the conditions of Germany people, or even more harsh.
Wachth didn't say anything more, as if he didn't want to talk anymore.
Crown Prince Karl's eyes were about to burst into flames. Germany actually put forward the conditions first. This clearly meant that Austro-Hungarian Empire was not taken seriously! What's more, he had already informed German Emperor of Austria-Hungary the Empire's Conditions. However, now it seems that German Emperor has no intention of taking care of the interests of the Austro-Hungarian Empire! This made Crown Prince Karl very angry.
"Austro-Hungarian Empire hopes that Kingdom of Italy can make the following compensations to the Austro-Hungarian Empire: First, Kingdom of Italy must compensate Austro-Hungarian Empire for war compensation of 50 billion Krone. Second, Kingdom of Italy must Venice and the territory east of it need to be ceded to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Third, Kingdom of Italy must transfer all colonies to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Fourth and fifth, our requirements are the same as German Empire." Crown Prince Karl said.
Paul? Borselli was stunned. As expected, it was not beyond his expectation. The conditions of Austria-Hungary the Empire's Conditions were even worse than those of Germany. The Germany people want 20 billion Mark in war reparations, and Austro-Hungarian Empire wants 50 billion Krone in war reparations. These huge war reparations, even if Kingdom of Italy is sold, will not be enough! What's more, Germany and Austro-Hungarian Empire also made claims to the territory of Italy. Germany people want Sicily and Sardinia, Austro-Hungarian Empire wants Venice and its east. After losing these territories, Italy's territory will probably shrink significantly. In addition to losing its overseas colonies, its military strength was also restricted. It can be said that if Kingdom of Italy wants to make a comeback in the future, it will be almost impossible.
"Crown Prince, such conditions are too harsh, Italy cannot agree!" Paul? Borselli said.
"If Italy does not agree, then Austro-Hungarian Empire's army will launch an attack on Italy, crush Rome, and destroy Italy! Such a price is not something you can afford." Crown Prince Karl threatened.
"If Italy must pay such a heavy price, then Italy would rather fight. Even if he is destroyed in the end, there is nothing he can do. These conditions have long been beyond what Kingdom of Italy can bear." Paul? Borselli said.
"Hmph! Your Excellency Foreign Minister, are you sure you want to reject Austro-Hungarian Empire's goodwill? Your behavior will most likely bring disaster to Kingdom of Italy!" Crown Prince Karl threatened.
"Kingdom of Italy If you accept those conditions, it will be no different from the subjugation of the country. Rather than this, it is better to fight to the end." Paul? Borselli refused to give in.
Suddenly, the negotiations reached a deadlock. Crown Prince Karl was furious. He was irritated by Paul? Borselli. However, he had nothing to do with the other party. If Kingdom of Italy would rather fight to the end than accept their conditions, then Austro-Hungarian Empire may not gain much benefit even if he sends troops to attack Kingdom of Italy.
Although Kingdom of Italy's military strength is not strong. But if they are under the pressure of national subjugation, only God knows how strong their fighting power will be. More than forty years ago, when Kingdom of Italy were unified, their combat effectiveness was also very strong. It may not be difficult for the Austro-Hungarian Empire to defeat Italy, but it is not that difficult to destroy Italy. Even if Italy can be destroyed, they themselves will definitely pay a considerable price. In this case, the gains may outweigh the losses.
"No, if we really want to destroy Italy, it will be too difficult and the price we have to pay is too high. Even if we really want to continue attacking Italy, we must bring in Germany people. Otherwise, this will be very detrimental to the Empire." Crown Prince Karl thought secretly. He is not a fool. He knows very well that the combat effectiveness of the Austro-Hungarian Empire's army is far inferior to that of Germany*'s army. If the Germany* army intervenes, the battle will be much easier.
"Your Excellency, Kingdom of Italy refuses to accept punishment. This is a provocation to the Austro-Hungarian Empire and German Empire. We must take necessary measures." Crown Prince Karl looked at Germany Foreign Minister Wachth and said.
Wachth smiled, then looked at Paul? Borselli: "Your Excellency Foreign Minister, are you going to agree to the German the Empire's Conditions, Kingdom of Italy?"