Arthur nodded. He, too, felt that Germany was most likely plotting an attack on the Russian Empire.
Judging solely from historical experience, that mad warmonger had already been planning an attack on the Russian Empire for a long time.
Although the current situation differed somewhat from history, the German Army had still gained the upper hand on two battlefields. That was also why the Germans had the confidence to launch a war against the Russian Empire.
"Let's help the Germans conceal the news for now. I don't want the Germans to face a Russian Empire that has made preparations in advance." After thinking for a moment, Arthur finally gave the order.
Since he wanted Germany and the Russian Empire to wear each other down, it would be best for them to fight a prolonged war. Countless men and resources would be consumed on both sides, and it would be ideal if the number of soldiers on paper exceeded tens of millions.
There was one prerequisite: the Russian Empire could not be allowed to prepare in advance. After all, only by catching the Russians off guard and making them feel a genuine crisis would the Russian Empire commit large numbers of troops to the war.
Otherwise, if something went wrong, Germany and the Russian Empire might simply shake hands and make peace.
That was also one of the most complicated aspects of international relations. Sometimes, war did not represent absolute hostility. Only when interests aligned could a temporary compromise be reached.
The reason Britain and France were willing to resist Germany to the death was that Germany wanted to destroy France. Once France fell, Britain, separated by only the English Channel, would also suffer an enormous impact.
The Russian Empire was different. Although it bordered Germany, it was itself an Eastern