"Crown Prince, you should know. The relationship between United States of America and Germany is also very tense. It can even be said that the outbreak of war is only one step away. Therefore, I think United States of America and Austro-Hungarian Empire can cooperate. After all, we have a common enemy." Bryan said.
Crown Prince Karl nodded. "Yes, Your Excellency Secretary of State. Germany is our common enemy. As long as Germany continues to exist or even becomes more and more powerful, it will not be of any benefit to us."
Americans took the initiative to cooperate with the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Crown Prince Karl was naturally willing to do so. At the same time, he is also considering what kind of requirements should be made to Americans if he wants to cooperate with Americans. After all, Americans is famously wealthy.
"Your Highness, if Austro-Hungarian Empire is willing, we can form an alliance with other countries that have the will to oppose Germany to form a Anti-German Alliance. This In this case, we can unite to deal with Germany. If many countries unite, the possibility of defeating Germany will undoubtedly be very high!" Bryan said.
"Anti-German Alliance? Is it the same as Anti-French Alliance a hundred years ago? This is a good idea. Which countries are willing to participate?" Crown Prince Karl asked.
Crown Prince Karl also believes that it is definitely not something that one country can do to deal with Germany. We must all unite together. Only in this way can success be possible.
"Crown Prince, the countries that have clearly joined Anti-French Alliance include, in addition to United States of America and British Empire, Island Nation. If Austro-Hungarian Empire can join, we will be more likely to defeat Germany," Bryan said. He undoubtedly hopes Austro-Hungarian Empire can join in.
"The United States is the most powerful country in the world after Germany. Although the British Empire has lost its homeland and is about to lose most of its colonies, its foundation still exists. Although the island country has just been defeated by Germany, it is still a powerful country. Together, these powerful countries are enough to confront Germany. Austria-Hungary The Empire is also willing to join in. However, you should know very well that although I am the Crown Prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, such a major matter is obviously not something I can decide on my own. And I am almost certain that the important ministers of the Empire will object." Crown Prince Karl said somewhat helplessly.
Bryan nodded. "Crown Prince, I can understand. After all, Austrian Emperor is still alive. Austro-Hungarian Empire still has the final say of Austrian Emperor. However, I believe that Your Highness will be able to ascend the throne soon."
Crown Prince Karl didn't say much, he was naturally looking forward to coronation as Emperor as soon as possible. However, the prerequisite is that Austrian Emperor Franz? Joseph must die in this life. It's probably not good to look forward to the death of the emperor of your country.
"Crown Prince, if you follow coronation as Emperor, Austro-Hungarian Empire should be able to join Anti-German Alliance, right?" Bryan asked.
There was a trace of embarrassment on Crown Prince Karl's face. "Austro-Hungarian Empire is close to Germany. If we join Anti-German Alliance, we will definitely be attacked by them with all their strength. It will even trigger a war. In that case, it will be quite disadvantageous for us!"
After all, Crown Prince Karl still doesn't have the courage to really break up with Germany. He knew very well that Germany's military power was too powerful, and it was simply impossible for the Austro-Hungarian Empire to resist German offensive. Therefore, if you openly break up with Germany, it is no different from seeking death.
"Your Highness, once Germany really dares to use force against the Austro-Hungarian Empire, other countries in the Anti-German Alliance will definitely support you. We will not only attack Germany elsewhere, but also send reinforcements to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. With the strength of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, there is a certain gap compared with Germany. However, there should be no big problem in resisting for a period of time. By then, our reinforcements will have entered the Austro-Hungarian Empire. With the strength of the Anti-German Alliance, there is no problem in defeating Germany!" Brian said.
Crown Prince Karl is not a fool. He knows that once they really go to war with Germany, I am afraid that these countries will indeed declare war on Germany. However, the place they attack will definitely not be German homeland, but the colonies of Germany. They are coveting the colony of Germany. At that time, Austro-Hungarian Empire went to hold back Germany's main force, but they took advantage from behind. Wouldn't that mean that Austro-Hungarian Empire was taken advantage of? Austro-Hungarian Empire would not do such a thing.
What's more, once the war breaks out on the Austro-Hungarian Empire's land, Austro-Hungarian Empire will pay a heavy price for it. Crown Prince Karl is not that stupid, willing to watch his country being reduced to a scorched earth.
"Your Excellency Secretary of State, Austro-Hungarian Empire is still too weak compared to Germany. If our military strength can be further strengthened, we will have the strength to fight against Germany!" Crown Prince Karl said.
Bryan is not a fool, he knows that Crown Prince Karl is taking the opportunity to make conditions. This was what he had expected. If Crown Prince Karl didn't mention any conditions, it would make him feel strange. Because that is so unreasonable.
"Crown Prince, if there is anything that United States of America can help with, just ask. United States of America will always do its best to help its allies!" Bryan said.
"Your Excellency Secretary of State, let me tell you straight. Since Germany's military power is too strong, we need a loan to develop our military power!" Crown Prince Karl said.
Bryan breathed a sigh of relief. Crown Prince Karl would ask for a loan, which was not beyond his expectation.
Although, Austro-Hungarian Empire also gained a lot of benefits in this war. A war compensation was obtained from Italy people. However, due to the suppression by Germany, that loan was not even enough to compensate for the Austro-Hungarian Empire's losses in the war, let alone develop military power with the help of war reparations. Not to mention, the Balkans area and Italy colonies in East Africa that Austro-Hungarian Empire acquired during this war have been facing endless resistance from the local people, which made Austro-Hungarian Empire invest a lot of energy. In addition, Austro-Hungarian Empire domestic conflicts are becoming more and more acute, and these all require money. This has made Austro-Hungarian Empire's finances unable to make ends meet, let alone develop its military strength. Without external support, Austro-Hungarian Empire's military power will only become weaker and weaker.