Since the twelve-nation coalition intervened in the German unification process, the entire German region had sunk into a slump, as though the sky had fallen. Even the most radical nationalists had despaired of German unification.
To soothe the people, the Austrian Government still posted notices in the areas under its control. They explained that the Vienna Government was still making its final diplomatic efforts, striving by every possible means to achieve the unification of the German region, while taking the opportunity to smear the Kingdom of Prussia once more for betraying its own side.
It did nothing to help. Apart from cursing out the Prussian Government, everyone could only await the final judgment of the Paris talks.
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A young student said in grief and indignation, "We can't just keep waiting like this. We have to do something!"
The young man beside him hurriedly grabbed his right arm and consoled him. "Bayer, don't do anything foolish. At a time like this, we can only rely on the Vienna Government to conduct diplomatic mediation. Prime Minister Felix has already gone to London, and Mr. Metternich has gone to Paris.
"I heard that His Majesty Franz has gone to Saint Petersburg as well. The Austrian Government is now doing everything in its power for the unification of the German region.
"What can you do now? Other than causing trouble, can you make those countries change their positions?"
Bayer flung off his companion's hand and said, "Schwal, I can't take it anymore. Even if we can't do much, we can organize a protest march and let them see our determination to unify!"
"Hmph!"
Schwal gave a cold snort, then said, "Don't be foolish, Bayer. Just as the newspapers said, even if everyone in the entire German region came out to