"Your Majesty, I just got the news that Austrian Emperor Karl I and President of the United States Woodrow? Wilson held a secret conversation. At present, the content of their secret conversation is not known. But what is certain is that they must Some kind of secret agreement was reached. Woodrow President Wilson looked very happy when he left Vienna Imperial Palace," Empire Director of the Intelligence Bureau General Balaimin reported.
Austrian Emperor Franz? Joseph I passed away, and Karl I inherited the throne, which made the relationship between Germany and Austro-Hungarian Empire extremely tense. This makes Empire Intelligence Bureau's main strength almost all concentrated on the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It can be said that Germany is aware of every little disturbance in the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
"Gentlemen, it seems that Austro-Hungarian Empire has just as expected, abandoned Empire as an ally, and instead joined forces with Americans. I think our respected Austrian Emperor Karl I Your Majesty will definitely terminate its alliance with us soon. This means that the war is about to begin!" Oscar said with a smile.
He now wishes that Karl I would terminate its alliance with Germany, so that Germany could use this as an excuse to declare war on the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Although, this excuse seems a bit far-fetched. But, by then, who will care? As long as the war is won in the end, no one will care about the process.
"Your Majesty, in this case, our military operations seem to be ready to be launched at any time." Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn said. His eyes were already burning with fighting spirit. Now Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn is over fifty years old. He doesn't know whether he can persist until the next World War. In other words, when the next war breaks out, he will no longer be in this position. Therefore, he hopes that while he is still in this position, he can lead German military to win more battles and eliminate the threats around Germany. In this case, he was satisfied.
Oscar nodded. "Are the troops ready? Once Austro-Hungarian Empire announces its withdrawal from the alliance, we can launch an attack at any time. I hope that we can defeat Austro-Hungarian Empire cleanly and without delay. Once the war enters a stalemate, it will be very detrimental to us!"
If Germany's military action this time can defeat Austro-Hungarian Empire cleanly. Then, Germany will gain great benefits. First of all, the threats around Germany have been eliminated, and safety will be guaranteed. Secondly, Germany can swallow Austria, further strengthening Germany's strength. Austro-Hungarian Empire's other countries will also become Protectorate of Germany, allowing Germany to have a group of followers and enough cannon fodder after the war breaks out. Finally, the military strength shown by Germany in the war that defeated Austro-Hungarian Empire was also a shock to other countries. This will make Germany's Hegemonic Status more stable. In a short period of time, they will not dare to provoke Germany until they are absolutely sure to confront Germany.
"Your Majesty, we are ready. The Imperial Army's 3rd Army, 5th Army, 6th Army, 7th Army and 9th Army have been mobilized secretly. Once the attack begins, the 3rd Army and 5th Army will enter Austria from Bavaria. And the 6th Army and 7th Army will enter Bohemia Kingdom. The 9th Army deters the Kingdom of Hungary. If the Ministry of Foreign Affairs can persuade other states to remain neutral, then we can concentrate our forces to attack Austria. With the strength of the Austro-Hungarian Army, it is simply impossible to stop the empire's offensive." Marshal von Falkenhayn said confidently.
Oscar nodded, still very confident in the strength of the army.
"Wachth, how do you feel about this trip to the Austro-Hungarian Empire?" Oscar asked.
The funeral of Austrian Emperor Franz? Joseph I and the enthronement ceremony of Austrian Emperor Karl I were both attended by Wachth on behalf of the German Empire.
"Your Majesty, very bad. Austrian Emperor Franz? Joseph After the death of the first generation, the whole Austro-Hungarian Empire became a mess. Many Austro-Hungarian Empire countries seemed to have other thoughts. Although Karl I ascended the throne and became Austro-Hungarian Empire is the emperor, but the only ones he can really command are Austria and a few states. The other states do not agree with Karl I. After all, Karl I's performance when he was Crown Prince was not very good," Wachth said.
Qin Tian agreed with this. The Austro-Hungarian Empire was actually a dual empire united by the prestige of Franz Joseph I. Except for the Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I, no one else had enough prestige to rule this huge empire. You must know that the dozen or so states that make up the Austro-Hungarian Empire have different languages and cultures. It is almost impossible to force them into a rope. Among them, the territory of the Kingdom of Hungary accounts for more than one-third of the entire Austro-Hungarian Empire, and the same is true for its population. Therefore, Qin Tian had already thought that even if he really defeated the Austro-Hungarian Empire, he would not swallow up the entire Austro-Hungarian Empire. Although the Austro-Hungarian Empire's total land of more than 600,000 square kilometers is very tempting, if it is swallowed by force, it will only make the German Empire indigestible. Qin Tian only plans to annex the most elite Austria. After all, the main population of Austria is German, and if Germany annexes it, it will be able to digest it quickly. Just let other countries become independent and then become protectorates of Germany.
"In addition, perhaps because Your Majesty did not go to Vienna in person, many senior officials of the Austro-Hungarian Empire are very dissatisfied with us. As for Austrian Emperor Karl I, this is even more true. Whether it is Franz? Joseph I Your Majesty He never met me during 's funeral or before or after his coronation ceremony. Obviously, his hostility towards Germany has risen again. Therefore, there is almost no doubt that he will turn to Americans as soon as Americans woos him!" Wachth said.
"No matter what Austrian Emperor Karl I thinks, since Empire is ready to use force against them, then nothing else matters. Only after the Empire defeats Austro-Hungarian Empire will Karl I realize that his previous actions were so ridiculous, just like a clown!" Oscar said with a smile.
Indeed, Oscar never took Karl I seriously from beginning to end. Even though he knew that he was hostile to the German Empire, he didn't care at all.