"Crown Prince is just relying on his own personal speculation to doubt our allies. Isn't this a bit too arbitrary? At least for now, Kingdom of Italy is still an ally of the empire and has not revealed any violation of the alliance. Therefore, it is wrong to doubt our allies like this. If the matter is spread, who will dare to ally with the empire in the future?" Moltke the Younger's voice sounded.
After the last Lichu incident, the direct conflict between Moltke the Younger and Oscar has become public. Although, both of them acted relatively restrained. But in every Imperial Council, there are almost tit-for-tat remarks. Of course, Moltke the Younger is deliberately looking for trouble most of the time, but almost every time he is made disgraced and unable to step down. If Wilhelm II hadn't still trusted him, maybe the position of Chief of General Staff would have been replaced long ago.
Of course, Wilhelm II may also be looking for an enemy for Oscar to prevent Oscar from expanding too quickly in the political territory of the empire. Now, Oscar has received full support from the Navy. If Moltke the Younger did not exist, the army would all fall Oscar. In this case, even the emperor Wilhelm II would be a big threat. And Wilhelm II naturally does not want to see this happen.
"Whether Italy people will betray us, no one can say, no one is sure. However, at least I think this possibility is very high. If we do not prepare early, once such a situation happens, it will be a major threat to the empire. If we can prepare early, once Italy people really betrayed us, and we won't be left in a hurry. Of course, if our guess turns out to be wrong, it won't do much harm to the empire," Oscar explained calmly, as if he was not angry because of Moltke the Younger's doubts.
The other ministers, including Wilhelm II, nodded repeatedly after hearing what Oscar said. It is undoubtedly necessary to take precautions in advance.
Moltke the Younger wanted to continue to refute, but was stopped by Wilhelm II.
"Okay, let's deal with this issue according to Oskar's opinion. We still have to try our best to deal with Kingdom of Italy. After all, Italy is also a first-class power. If we can Fulfilling the covenant will be a huge help to the empire. At the same time, we must be prepared. If the Italy people really betray us, we cannot be caught off guard." Wilhelm II finally decided. After all, it is very necessary for Germany to be prepared. Even if Kingdom of Italy is mistakenly blamed, it will not have any impact on Germany.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" All the ministers replied.
"Your Majesty, if the worst case scenario mentioned by Crown Prince really happens, then the empire's situation will be even more difficult. With just us and Austro-Hungarian Empire, it may be difficult to resist the Encirclement Offensive 0 of Britain, France, and Russia and Kingdom of Italy. In particular, although Austro-Hungarian Empire is considered a big country, its national power is limited and its military strength is even weaker. In the war, it may be of very limited help. In this case, the empire will be under tremendous pressure." Bernhard von Chancellor Bülow said with a serious face.
Wilhelm II's expression also became solemn. If that was really the case, wouldn't it mean that Germany would challenge all Europe powerful countries with the power of one country? No matter how arrogant Wilhelm II is, he would not dare to boast like this.
"Do you have any suggestions on this?" Wilhelm II asked.
"Your Majesty, since the situation is so unfavorable to us, can we find a way to avoid the outbreak of war?" Von Kidron Wachth suggested. Since there is no chance of winning in a fight, let's just not fight. In this way, the country's strength can be preserved as much as possible.
Wilhelm II shook his head. "The current situation is no longer decided by the empire. This war is already imminent and has to be launched. Even if the empire wants to avoid war, Britain, France, and Russia and other countries will not agree to it.. Of course, unless the empire agrees to their humiliating conditions and gives up fighting for hegemony and challenging them, it is absolutely impossible for the empire to accept it. Germanic people would rather die in battle than live in peace."
Suddenly, the atmosphere in the office became more solemn. Everyone can feel that a huge pressure is coming. For the current German Empire, there is no way out. Either fight to the death, even if the chance of victory is slim. Or just give in. However, it is obviously impossible for them to choose to surrender. Therefore, there are only two roads left.
"Oskar, what do you think about this?" Wilhelm II asked.
"Father Emperor, the current situation is indeed very unfavorable to us. However, if we can prepare as much as possible for this war, we may not have no chance of winning. The empire's military power, at least, no country can confront the empire alone. Only by uniting can we fight against the empire. Therefore, if we prepare for the war with all our strength from now on, we will definitely have a chance to win." Oscar said.
"Yes, Crown Prince is right. It's not the most pessimistic moment yet. Although our enemy is very powerful, our strength is definitely not weak. As long as our army and navy are well prepared, once we can defeat the enemy on the battlefield, we still have the possibility of victory!" Wilhelm II said.
As the emperor of the empire, of course he cannot be discouraged. If even he, the emperor, gives up hope, then this battle may be over before it even begins.
"Imperial Navy has been preparing for the war with all his strength. Our'Nassau-class'Battleship will be completed soon.'Blücher-class'Battlecruiser The outfitting of has also started and is expected to be completed in the middle of next year. The construction of our 'Helgoland-class' Battleship has also started. Britain's Battleship is a more powerful main battleship. As long as we can continuously equip more new Capital Ships, we will definitely not be better than British Navy is bad. As long as we can defeat British Navy, the empire will not be easily defeated!" Grand Admiral Count Tirpitz is full of confidence in the future war.
"Imperial Army's combat power has always been the best in the world. Even if Britain, France, and Russia unite, they can't defeat us!" Minister of War Feng? Falkenhayn looked proud.