"German Empire wants annexation of Austria?" Baron von Berchtold's eyes widened. He never expected that Germany had such an idea. Originally, he and Austro-Hungarian Empire's ministers believed that Karl I's abdication and Austro-Hungarian Empire's disintegration would calm German Empire's anger. After all, at that time Austrian Empire no longer posed any threat to Germany.
However, Baron von Berchtold now knows that everyone has underestimated Germany people's appetite. German Empire The young emperor's appetite was greater than anyone imagined.
"After Your Majesty, Austro-Prussian War, Austria has withdrawn from Germany. It has been more than half a century now. Austria people no longer have a sense of belonging and identity for the German Empire. If If Your Majesty forcibly annexes Austria, it will definitely arouse resistance from Austria people. You know, Austria has a population of nearly 20 million, of which only about 70% are Germanic people." Baron von Berchtold said.
He desperately wanted German Emperor Qin Tian to give up annexation of Austria's attempt. Although, he knew it was very difficult. However, for the sake of the country's future, he still has to try his best.
"I know, but I believe that as long as they are Germanic people, they will definitely recognize German Empire. Now, German Empire is the world's most powerful country. I think those Germanic people will be very happy to become citizens of the world's most powerful country!" Oscar said with a smile.
Although Germany has implemented Family Planning Policy, it will take at least twenty years to see the effect. In order to further increase the population of Germany, Oscar had to put his thoughts on Austria. Among the 20 million people in Austria, only about 70% are in Germanic people. But if you add the population of Germany's own country, it will be more than 70 million. It can be said that annexation of Austria will cause the population of Germany to increase dramatically and become more powerful. Therefore, Oscar will never give up annexation of Austria.
"Your Majesty, if Germany forces annexation of Austria, we will persist in resisting to the end. Although Austro-Hungarian Empire has fallen apart. However, Austria still has strong strength. When the time comes, German Empire will pay a heavy price." Baron von Berchtold threatened. Since softness is not enough, then hardness is the only option.
"Really? Your Excellency, I am very much looking forward to the performance of your country's army. However, I believe that German Empire's army is the most powerful, and the final victory must belong to us. If your country is really stubborn, it will only add unnecessary casualties." Oscar was not angry, but said with a smile.
Baron von Berchtold, completely desperate. He knew that nothing would work. It is already impossible to give up German Empire annexation of Austria's plan.
"Okay, Your Majesty, German the Empire's Demand, I already know. I will convey it to the country!" Baron von Berchtold said. He looked very helpless now, as if he was much older.
"Your Excellency, German Empire annexation of Austria, are irreversible. In order to avoid unnecessary casualties, I hope Austro-Hungarian Empire can actively cooperate. I can promise you that after the Empire annexation of Austria, I will try my best to take care of your interests." Oscar said.
Baron von Berchtold nodded without saying anything. After saluting Oscar, he turned and left.
"Wachth, isn't it too cruel for us to do this?" Oscar asked.
"No, Your Majesty. Everything we do is for the benefit of the German Empire. For the benefit of the Empire, we must do that." Wachth said.
Oscar nodded, indeed, everything was for the benefit of the German Empire. As long as this is the premise, no matter what you do, it will be understandable.
Baron von Berchtold, returned to the embassy. Although the two countries are already at war, the embassy has not yet been closed. Therefore, Baron von Berchtold can use the radio station here to communicate with the country.
It was already late at night when Baron von Berchtold watched the dispatcher send Telegram.
"God! Are we really abandoned?" Baron von Berchtold murmured. He had a feeling that with the death of Franz? Joseph I, Austro-Hungarian Empire seemed to have ceased to exist.
In Vienna, the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Prime Minister's Office and all the military and political ministers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire were stationed here. Although, it was already late at night and everyone was yawning. But no one left. They couldn't even sleep well before receiving the telegram from Baron Berchtold.
"Your Excellency Prime Minister, gentlemen. Your Excellency Foreign Minister has sent Telegram!" the secretary reported.
Prime Minister Mario Weber immediately took Telegram and started reading. Everyone else gathered behind him and watched Telegram together.
"Asshole! The Germany people actually want to annex us! They have such a big appetite!" Minister of War Duke Kaspar cursed.
Archduke Friedrich and Baron Marshal von Heitzenforf also looked very ugly. Germany's attempt has brought disgrace to these soldiers.
"We have already compromised, but the Germany people still refuse to let us go?" Chancellor of the Exchequer Duke Andrassy also looked angry.
"Gentlemen, what should we do now? Baron von Berchtold has made it very clear. Germany people annexation of Austria are very determined. It is almost impossible for them to give up this attempt." Prime Minister Mario Weber said.
"Perhaps, even if we resist to the end, we can't stop the Germany people from annexation of Austria. However, we cannot do nothing and let the Germany people easily annexation of Austria. We want the Germany people to see that the Austria people are also bloody!" Archduke Friedrich said.
"Yes, the only way is to let Germany people see our determination and let them see our strength. Only in this way will they give up their unrealistic delusions!" Baron Marshal von Heitzenforf also said.
"Then let's fight to the end!" Minister of War Duke Kaspar said.
Although, they all know that even if they fight to the end, there is no chance of winning. However, after enduring hardships and failing to get what they wanted, they had no choice but to fight to the death. When the country was about to cease to exist, their bloody nature was also aroused.