European Financial Emperor

208 Austrian Empire Borders (2)

The Easterfield Federation meeting convened early in the morning.

Congress began a debate on whether or not to include Eastern Europe as a federation of Easterfield.

So far, the Easterfield Council has always held the same position.

Every country deserves freedom and sovereignty.

But this time it was a little different.

“Eastern Europe is virtually no different from war criminals. They started civil war in Austria, and they tried to invade Europe by plotting with Russia.”

“you’re right. In any case, acts of violence are unacceptable.”

Everyone has the right to freedom.

However, if it were to force violence unconditionally, the people of that country would always be in trouble.

Especially in Portugal, such pacifism prevailed.

“Isn’t it the basic consciousness of our Union Army to take decisive action in case of a provocation of war? If that is the case, if we accept them, the foundations of the Federal Army may be shaken.”

“That’s right! Our Federation Forces fight only for freedom and peace. But it would be absurd to just accept such war criminals and traitors.”

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Most of them nodded their heads in response to Portugal’s tough response.

However, the position of North Africa was slightly different.

Tunisian politicians insisted that war criminals should not be treated equally with violence.

“Violence cannot be justified under any circumstances. However, there is one important fact. That is the preciousness of life.”

“Well.”

“It is clearly wrong that they revolted and instigated war. You should be punished for that. However, I think it is right to separate it through an amicable agreement with Austria after the part is dealt with and there are no legal problems.”

“An amicable agreement… … .”

“I think that once all war criminals are dealt with by law and all the forces that followed them are disposed of, a very neat treatment will be possible.”

“Um, well, that sounds like a good idea?”

It was a policy that was satisfactory even in Portugal, a strong pacifist.

However, Portuguese politicians insisted that all Eastern European politicians be executed.

“We need to find and kill the culprits who started the war, not just how to do it by law.”

“Wouldn’t it be better to imprison than to kill?”

“Because of them, war broke out in Eastern Europe. If not, our Easterfield Navy would not have bombed Russia or slaughtered Greek soldiers. The war criminals in Eastern Europe did the same as those damn war criminals in Northern England and Northern Germany did.”

Everyone’s opinion is different.

Tunisia proposed to punish only those who provoked a genuine ‘war’, while Portugal insisted on slaughtering the war criminals themselves.

Can you take center stage in these councils?

The answer was Easterfield politician Julius Gracia.

“What is important now is not when Eastern Europe really had a will for independence, and when Austria illegally occupied it and committed an act of encroachment?”

“Independent will.”

“If Eastern Europe claimed independence with moderate intentions, and the Austrian Empire tolerated it and practiced oppression, it could be justified. But if the Austrian Empire broke the pact and wielded only violence unilaterally, wouldn’t it be an illegal occupation?”

“But how do you prove all that? There is no such thing as international law now.”

Lee Hwan listened quietly and opened his mouth.

He did not come up with a long, but very heavy answer.

“I think we can set up an international tribunal, decide international law, and proceed with the trial accordingly.”

“Ah, the Court!”

“I think the current controversy will end if the international court is launched.”

It was Lee Hwan’s decision not to simply judge right and wrong, but to think of everything within the confines of the law.

His decision was unconditionally agreed to by the Easterfield federal legislature.

In fact, the expansion of the Easterfield Federation itself was always welcome, provided that each country beat only the powerful politicians of Eastern Europe.

“Then, where would the international tribunal be set up?”

“Switzerland is part of the Austrian Empire, but its nobles are neutral. How about making a part of Switzerland independent through negotiations with Austria and declaring it a European demilitarized zone?”

“That’s a great idea. Then we will send them to Austria and all of Europe to synthesize them.”

“However, the court will not be able to establish itself until the end of the European War. So let’s get back to this issue when the war is over. I will be in direct contact with the Austrian imperial family.”

***

Lee Hwan, who came to Europe after just a week from the mainland.

Austria also had some doubts about Yi Hwan’s whereabouts until now, but now everything is understood.

Roan couldn’t help but admire Lee Hwan’s development of submarines.

“Great. How did you come up with the idea of going under the sea?”

“Doesn’t everyone think at least once? What if humans could breathe underwater like fish, or traverse the sky like birds? We just put those thoughts into action.”

“Yes, anyone can think. However, putting such an idea into practice is not as easy as it seems. I wish there were other people like your Majesty.”

Roan sincerely praised Lee Hwan for his drive and imagination.

He did not hesitate to pick Lee Hwan as the main axis leading this world, but it was clear that Lee Hwan’s presence was greatly increased due to this war.

“The war is now in its final stages. Now, how your Majesty chooses will determine the order of Europe.”

Lee Hwan asked Roan directly.

“What would you do if you were to separate a lot of countries in Eastern Europe and get Germany and Switzerland?”

“Well, the territory is quite large than I thought.”

“Is the territory large?”

“Actually, I thought it was enough to unify Germany. It was also the fulfillment of the task which our Austrian Empire has kept to us.”

“Are you saying, then, that you fully agree to the separation of Eastern Europe?”

“of course. In fact, they are just the vassals we brought to the Principality. However, Germany was a territory that we subjugated into our territory and effectively controlled. I have been thinking endlessly about how long I will be able to embrace the Principality. As a result, we have come to the conclusion that it is sufficient for us to unify Germany and cover the whole area.”

“Are you saying that you are going to separate all the rest of the territories and give them freedom?”

“I thought that if it was a territory that we could not do anything about, it would not be bad to boldly abandon it and start a new empire.”

From the very beginning of unifying Germany, Roan wanted to isolate many countries in Eastern Europe.

No one had read the thought correctly, but in the end the European mood went his way.

Especially since the independence of Italy gave him the opportunity to wipe out the opposing nobles of North Germany, there could be nothing better for Roan.

“Easterfield has cleared Russia, so we will subdue the rebels in North Germany and restore peace to the Empire. After that, we will also lead Austria by strengthening the functions of the Parliament and introducing a tyrannical monarchy.”

“What does the Emperor think?”

“I don’t know exactly what that means. But your Majesty will have no choice but to admit this to you. In fact, what we claim to be an empire is incompatible with the international order of the future.”

Although he hadn’t even talked about the international tribunal yet, Roan was predicting that international law would be formed and the world would become a little more complicated.

Now, only movements for peace and equality will be held everywhere, and the era of the restoration of the monarchy will probably not be as welcomed as in the past.

Roan saw through it and thought that annexing Germany and Austria was the best option.

Lee Hwan told him that he would set up an international tribunal.

“I would like to set up a court to correct this world order in the future. We have already sent letters to neighboring countries asking for their opinions. As far as Austria, I personally come to the Archduke and convey the will of me and Easterfield.”

“You made the right decision. In the future, we, Austria, will abandon the title of empire and emerge as a country that advocates parliamentary politics and a constitutional monarchy. Not simply because it’s useful, but because I think it’s the right thing to do. How glad I am that Your Majesty’s correct thoughts are in line with our Austrian counterpart.”

“Fortunately, the. It makes you so happy.”

“Then the Easterfield Army is now coming into our Austria?”

“of course. We also plan to deploy fighters within the operating radius, and a tank corps is on standby so that we can sortie tanks when they are ready.”

“Uh… … ! How reassuring is this! Thank you very much.”

“You’re welcome. In any case, we will help Easterfield in both ways so that Austria can prosper in the future.”

“thank you! I will use the rest of my life to preserve peace and honor your noble will.”

***

It was in 1840 that the fires of war began to subside.

Now, almost all countries except North Britain had declared that they would not go to war.

If Northern England had surrendered, Europe would be at peace again.

boo boo… … !

Paratroopers with parachutes fell from an airship passing over Edinburgh.

They will infiltrate Edinburgh Castle, wipe out the nobles and members of the House of Representatives, and capture its chieftain, Northern Chester.

Not long ago, as the Southern British Army broke through the border with Northern Britain and reclaimed the heart of Manchester, Northern Britain had no choice but to remain consistent, concentrating all its forces on Edinburgh.

Now, Northern Chester’s only hope was for the Northern British navy to seize the Southern British capital, London.

An airlift operation to kill such Northern Chester began.

“From now on, divide into 120 teams and let them kill the politicians they target.”

“What about those who surrender?”

“For now, I will kill myself, and if there is anyone in the family who surrenders, I can bring them back alive.”

Easterfield’s military did not think the war would end simply by killing Northern Chester.

They believed that the fires of all wars would be extinguished only when they completely overturned their military, economic, and political foundations.

Their thoughts were well reflected in this airborne operation as well.

In the next two hours, the end of the war will be in sight.