"How could this happen? Not only did Bohemians betray us, but Hungarians also betrayed us. What should we do now?" Karl I murmured. Now, he is like a resentful woman who has been abandoned by a man. She is confused and doesn't know what to do.
Archduke Friedrich and Baron Marshal von Heitzenforf both had very ugly faces. If it was just Kingdom of Bohemia's betrayal, maybe it wouldn't be anything. However, Kingdom of Hungary also betrayed, which was undoubtedly a fatal blow to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Without Kingdom of Hungary, can Austro-Hungarian Empire still be called Austro-Hungarian Empire?
Two kingdoms betrayed Austro-Hungarian Empire in succession, which directly reduced Austro-Hungarian Empire's strength by half! Do they still have a chance to win this battle? Obviously, that's impossible. The strength of the Austro-Hungarian Empire was originally worse than that of Germany, and it was much worse. Now, the betrayal of Kingdom of Bohemia and Kingdom of Hungary has directly reduced their strength by half. Under such circumstances, unless God appears, otherwise, they will definitely lose this battle.
"Your Majesty, Your Excellency the Prime Minister, Your Excellency Minister of War, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Your Excellency Foreign Minister are here."
Before Karl I said anything, Prime Minister Mario Weber, Minister of War Duke Kaspar, Chancellor of the Exchequer Duke Andrassy, Foreign Minister Baron von Berchtold entered the war room.
"Your Majesty, we just got the news that both Kingdom of Bohemia and Kingdom of Hungary betrayed Empire. Is that true?" Prime Minister Mario Weber asked.
"Are you questioning me? They did betray Empire, but how do I know why they betrayed Empire? Those shameful betrayers must have been bought by the Germany people. After this crisis is over, I will not let them go!" Karl I said through gritted teeth.
But several Military and Political Ministerss didn't take it seriously. Now Austro-Hungarian Empire has lost more than half of its strength. How is it possible to still survive this crisis safely? If things go wrong, this time Austro-Hungarian Empire will face the biggest crisis since its establishment. Once defeated by Germany, the entire Austro-Hungarian Empire may fall apart, let alone continue to exist.
"Your Majesty, without Kingdom of Bohemia and Kingdom of Hungary, we simply can't resist the Germany people. I think at this time, we must make certain concessions." Archduke Friedrich said.
Karl I is not a fool, of course he knows the serious situation he is facing now.
"Okay, send Telegram to Bohemian Archduke and Hungarian Government and tell them. As long as they fully cooperate with us to resist the attack of the Germany people, they will gain greater autonomy. Kingdom of Bohemia König's head The title can be given to Bohemian Archduke. Even the title of Hungary König can be given to Hungarians! As long as they can support us against the Germany people, everything will be easy to discuss!" Karl I said through gritted teeth.
Although, he knew that if he did this, Kingdom of Bohemia and Kingdom of Hungary would gain greater autonomy, or even break away from the Austro-Hungarian Empire and become independent again. However, he has no other leverage. Kingdom of Bohemia and Kingdom of Hungary were able to betray Austro-Hungarian Empire, which obviously shows that Germany people offered enough chips to make them excited. It's hard to convince them if you don't give them what they want.
The Military and Political Ministerss of the Austro-Hungarian Empire also knew this, so they didn't say much and just sent Telegram to Bohemian Archduke and Hungarian Government.
Time passed minute by minute in anxious waiting. Half an hour later, they received replies from Kingdom of Bohemia and Kingdom of Hungary. However, their replies made the monarchs and ministers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire completely despair.
"Your Majesty, Bohemian Archduke replied that he has got what he wanted. He also claimed that this time Empire provoked German Empire, which was a very unwise and stupid act. Kingdom of Bohemia will not be buried with the Empire."
"Asshole! Have they forgotten that Kingdom of Bohemia and Empire are one? Now, they actually want to betray Empire. It's really abominable!" Karl I cursed.
Austro-Hungarian ministers, you don't know what to say. Obviously, the Germany people had reached an agreement with Bohemian Archduke before declaring war. After German military defeats Austro-Hungarian Empire, Kingdom of Bohemia will probably become independent directly. Under such circumstances, Bohemian Archduke will of course cooperate with Germany people. After all, it's the least risky approach. If they cooperate with the Austro-Hungarian Empire to resist German military, they don't know how much they will pay.
"What did Hungarian Government say?" Prime Minister Mario Weber asked.
"Your Excellency, Prime Minister, Hungarian Government also rejected our request. They claimed that this war was entirely caused by His Majesty the Emperor. His Majesty the Emperor should be responsible for this. Kingdom of Hungary will not pay for it. All responsibilities should be borne by Austria. They will strictly maintain neutrality in this war!"
"Asshole! Hungarians, like Bohemians, must have colluded with the Germany people. Otherwise, how could they dare to do this?" Karl I said with red eyes.
"That's for sure. Before launching the war, the Germany people had already reached an agreement with Hungarians. I'm afraid, after we are defeated, Kingdom of Hungary will also withdraw from the Austro-Hungarian Empire went out independently. After losing Kingdom of Bohemia and Kingdom of Hungary, Austro-Hungarian Empire will no longer exist!" Prime Minister Mario Weber said with a sad face. He couldn't seem to believe it. Austrian Emperor Franz? Joseph died just over two months ago, and the powerful Austro-Hungarian Empire was already at the end of his rope.
The other ministers also felt unhappy. Once Austro-Hungarian Empire ceases to exist, ministers like them will also lose their current status.
Although they don't want this to happen, there is nothing they can do about it!
When Karl I decided to quit Allied Powers, they had already persuaded him. However, Karl I still insists on his own way. Now, Austro-Hungarian Empire has fallen to the current situation, which is undoubtedly caused by Karl I. However, it is meaningless to hold anyone responsible now. There is no doubt that Austro-Hungarian Empire lost this war.