"Dear His Imperial Majesty, Austro-Hungarian Empire withdrew from Allied Powers just because we have defeated Britain, France, and Russia and other countries in the last war. Therefore, our country His Majesty the Emperor believes that Allied Powers is not necessary. It will continue to exist. This is definitely not a provocation to the German Empire, I hope German Empire doesn't mind!" Austro-Hungarian Foreign Minister Baron von Berchtold stood in front of Oscar, with a smile on his face, and kept explaining to Oscar.
On the day the Austro-Hungarian Empire government announced its withdrawal from Allied Powers, Baron von Berchtold rushed to Berlin. It can be seen that this Foreign Minister started from Vienna in advance. The purpose is to be able to explain to Germany as soon as possible to avoid further deterioration of the relationship between the two countries.
Although, Austro-Hungarian Empire's important ministers did not explicitly oppose Karl I's decision. However, they definitely don't want to get into trouble with Germany because of this matter, let alone trigger a war between the two countries.
Of course, the important ministers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire may not really object to withdrawing from Allied Powers. The reason why they object is that they are afraid of being attacked by Germany. If it can really survive, this will also be of great benefit to the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
Oscar looked at Baron von Berchtold coldly. Karl I directly proposed the decision to withdraw from Allied Powers, and it was passed easily. This made Oscar know that the monarchs and ministers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire had already made this idea. However, German Empire's strong military strength previously prevented them from acting rashly.
"Your Excellency, Austro-Hungarian Empire left Allied Powers without consulting German Empire. This is a betrayal of the German Empire! It is a shameful act!" Oscar roared angrily.
Baron von Berchtold groaned inwardly. He didn't seem to have expected that Oscar's reaction would be so loud and intense. This undoubtedly shows that Germany is really dissatisfied with the Austro-Hungarian Empire's withdrawal from Allied Powers. This is undoubtedly a very bad result for them.
"Your Majesty, this is our mistake. We think it will have no impact on the German Empire, so we did not notify your country in advance. I hope your country can understand. Even if Austro-Hungarian Empire withdraws from Allied Powers, but this Our two countries still have a very deep traditional friendship. Therefore, Your Majesty, please rest assured that the relationship between our two countries will not be affected just because Austro-Hungarian Empire withdraws from Allied Powers." Baron von Berchtold explained. He already had a hunch that Austro-Hungarian Empire's withdrawal from Allied Powers this time would have a very big impact.
"Your Excellency, in view of the traditional friendship between our two countries, German Empire can give Austro-Hungarian Empire a chance. That is to immediately announce to the world that it will withdraw its previous decision to withdraw from Allied Powers. This In this case, German Empire can pretend that nothing happened. If Austro-Hungarian Empire refuses, then Austro-Hungarian Empire will bear all the consequences!" Oscar said fiercely.
"What?" Baron von Berchtold was shocked, not expecting Oscar to propose such a condition. Obviously, such conditions are impossible for them to accept.
If Austro-Hungarian Empire announces to the world that they retract their previous decision, there is no doubt that they will become the laughing stock of the whole world. With Karl I's headstrong and conceited character, it is obviously impossible to take back his previous decision. It can be said that there is simply no way around it. This will quickly break the relationship between Germany and Austro-Hungarian Empire.
"The Germany people did this deliberately in order to find an excuse, an excuse to launch a war against us. Damn it, this is basically a trap, a trap set by the Germany people for the Austro-Hungarian Empire. If we don't meet their demands, the war will break out! The Germany people must be confident of defeating us, so they did this. God! Is Austro-Hungarian Empire already in crisis?" Baron von Berchtold is not a fool, and immediately figured out the cause and effect.
However, after thinking about all this, he couldn't help but feel his scalp numb. Germany people actually have the courage to plot against the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This undoubtedly shows that Austro-Hungarian Empire's next situation may be very dangerous.
"Your Excellency, you can tell your government. Three days, I will give you three days. After three days, if your country has not retracted its previous decision, then it means that your country has rejected German Empire's goodwill." Oscar continued.
"Yes, His Majesty the Emperor. I will inform the country immediately. Austro-Hungarian Empire and German Empire have a profound traditional friendship. I believe that this misunderstanding will not affect the relationship between our two countries." Baron von Berchtold said.
"Of course, German Empire has always regarded Austro-Hungarian Empire as Empire's most loyal ally. We sincerely hope that this alliance can be maintained forever!" The smile on Oscar's face did not look like he was about to use force against the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Baron von Berchtold nodded, then left.
After leaving the palace, Baron von Berchtold immediately rushed to the Austro-Hungarian Empire's residence at German Ambassador and reported Germany's request and his own speculation to Vienna. At the same time, Baron von Berchtold suggested that Karl I take back its previous decision. Because it is obvious that the Germany people are going to take this opportunity to start a war with the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
If the decision is withdrawn, it will certainly make Austro-Hungarian Empire lose face. However, this can save Austro-Hungarian Empire. Berchtold did not believe that Austro-Hungarian Empire's military power could withstand the invasion of Germany people. This is especially true when this was obviously planned by Germany people for a long time. Once a war breaks out, Austro-Hungarian Empire will definitely not be able to defeat Germany. If Austro-Hungarian Empire is defeated, the consequences will be very serious. If things go wrong, Austro-Hungarian Empire will cease to exist.
Although, Americans promises to provide support to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. But Baron von Berchtold believes that this is simply unreliable. Americans was forced by Germany not to act rashly in the last war. Now, Germany is more powerful. Will Americans take risks for the Austro-Hungarian Empire? That's obviously unlikely. Americans most likely wants to turn Austro-Hungarian Empire into a bridgehead against Germany, or cannon fodder.
Of course, such a conclusion is somewhat alarming. However, Baron von Berchtold believes that all this is possible. After all, German Emperor Wilhelm III is also a very strong person.