"Your Majesty, German military have appeared to the west and north of Vienna, the numbers of the four armies. In other words, the main forces of the four armies of Germany have arrived at Vienna. Excluding the troops they need to defend their logistics supply lines and important nodes, there are at least 600,000 German military present at Vienna!" Baron Marshal von Heitzenforf reported to Karl I.
Karl I nodded expressionlessly and said nothing more. Although, at this critical juncture, they should work together to fight against German military. However, Karl I was very dissatisfied with these Military and Political Ministers people who actually wanted to abandon him in exchange for Germany people's understanding. Now, the Germany people do not accept their sincerity, and they have no choice but to fight to the end. If they had known earlier, they should not have had the extravagant hope of gaining forgiveness from Germany people.
After recognizing the true nature of these guys, Karl I no longer has any hope for them. Karl I even believes that it is precisely because of the existence of these guys that Austro-Hungarian Empire fell apart so quickly. Otherwise, as long as the entire Austro-Hungarian Empire can unite as one, even if it cannot defeat the Germany people, it can at least persist for a long time. In that case, there might be variables. Once United States and other countries join the war against Germany, Austro-Hungarian Empire may be able to make a comeback. But it was precisely because of these guys that all this came to nothing.
Regarding the future, Karl I also has plans. Navy Commander General Anton Haus has left Vienna and headed to Navy base Trieste. Once Vienna cannot hold on, Karl I will also leave here and go to Trieste and General Anton Haus to join. The fleet will then leave Austro-Hungarian Empire, exit Mediterranean Sea, enter Atlantic Ocean through Gibraltar, and finally go to United States.
Karl I has decided that if Austro-Hungarian Empire is inevitably destroyed, he will not stay and become a subjugated king, but will choose United States to go into exile. At this point, he has secretly contacted United States. United States welcomed his exile. Although Karl I's reputation in the Austro-Hungarian Empire is not very good, he is the emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after all. At critical moments, unexpected effects may occur. For example, one day United States will be able to counterattack European continent. In that case, you can bring Karl I.
"Your Majesty, now we have assembled half a million troops in Vienna. However, the morale of the troops is relatively low. We hope that Your Majesty can stand up and boost the morale of the troops. Let all Austro-Hungarian Empire people know that we have not surrendered to the Germany people. We will be here to resist them!" Archduke Friedrich said.
Karl I did not refuse the requests of these military giants, and did not dare to refuse. Although he is the emperor, at this juncture, it is undoubtedly very difficult to say whether these guys will recognize his status as emperor or regard him as an emperor. If it doesn't work well, it will cause a fierce backlash. In that case, he will still be the one who suffers in the end.
Karl I, who has already made up his mind to leave Vienna and Austro-Hungarian Empire, will certainly not have problems with these issues.
"Okay, Your Excellency Grand Duke. We want all the people of the Austro-Hungarian Empire to unite and fight against the Germany people. We want the Germany people to pay a heavy price in Vienna! We want them to know that it is impossible to want annexation of Austria and to destroy Austro-Hungarian Empire!" Karl I said excitedly, showing very strong strength. Of course, this is all just an exercise.
The Military and Political Ministerss of Karl I and Austro-Hungarian Empire are very satisfied with the performance of Karl I. In their view, Karl I has many shortcomings. It was even his fault that led to the destruction of the Austro-Hungarian Empire this time. However, at the last moment when Empire was destroyed, Karl I was not frightened. Instead, he showed the courage to fight to the end, which is also commendable.
Before German military launched the attack, Karl I visited multiple military camps to boost the morale of the soldiers, hoping that they would fight to the death against the Germany people for the Empire.
Although, many Austria troops were frightened. However, Karl I's encouragement still gave many Austro-Hungarian Empire soldiers the courage to continue fighting.
After German military arrived at Vienna, it did not immediately launch an attack. Hundreds of thousands of people gathered at Vienna, which required a large amount of supplies. Moreover, the Austrian army has completed its assembly. This means that a big war will start here. German military must be fully prepared before launching an attack. A large number of Truck from the Logistics Department are heading to Vienna to transport a large amount of combat materials to Vienna to ensure that German military can successfully capture Vienna in a very short period of time.
Germany Capital Berlin, Oscar are very concerned about this attack on Austria. You know, in order to solve Austro-Hungarian Empire, Germany has been planning for a long time. Well now, we are about to see the final result. Solving Austro-Hungarian Empire will not only increase Germany's population by more than 10 million to nearly 20 million, but also gain one vote for Protectorate. Apart from Buru, there is no other country that threatens the surrounding area. Buru and Germany are now in the honeymoon period. And under the deception of Germany, increasing industrial and infrastructure construction will not pose a threat to Germany in the short term. This gives Germany enough time to digest the benefits gained in the war, especially the new territories and colonies. The future Germany will become more powerful because of this.
"Your Majesty, our army has arrived at Vienna. The west and north of Vienna are surrounded by us. The frontline general asked for instructions whether to completely encircle Vienna." Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn asked.
Oscar thought for a while, then shook his head. "A complete siege will make the Austria army determined to fight to the death. Only by leaving a gap will they have the idea of escape. In this case, their resistance will naturally not be resisted to the end."
Feng? Field Marshal Falkenhayn nodded.
"Send Telegram to Marshal von Hausen and tell him. Battle of Vienna will be our last battle against the Austro-Hungarian Empire. I hope that the frontline troops can win this battle cleanly at the minimum cost and in the shortest time." Oscar said.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn nodded.