Holy Roman Empire

Sarcasm, blatant sarcasm.After finally occupying the moral high ground, Oscar Jimenez naturally would not give up this opportunity to laugh at the British.

Everyone knows that endangering world peace is a joke.Since the 18th century, more than half of the wars in the world have been attributed to the British.

Oscar Jimenez is naturally aware of the possible threat of Austria becoming bigger.But being clear doesn't mean he can do anything.

Join the Anti-French Alliance, and the Russian Empire will follow suit, and you will be able to obtain a large amount of benefits without taking any risks.

If they join the British-led intervention alliance, they won't even get a hair of it except for a wave of hatred.Even if Britain and France are willing to compensate the Russian Empire, it is absolutely impossible to be as generous as Austria.

We can't let the Russian Empire give up the easy-to-get benefits for the sake of the overall situation of the British!The tsarist government did not possess this spirit of selfless dedication and selfless dedication.

I was annoyed when I first came here, and now I'm being ridiculed by others, because George has a high self-cultivation, so he couldn't help it.

"One day, you will regret what you did today! A bunch of short-sighted idiots! Just wait, the Austrians will let you know..."

After speaking, George turned and left without looking back.

It is impossible to retain, Oscar Jimenez is not a good-tempered master, and George's last words are obviously provoking Russia-Austria relations.

It seems insignificant, but if it falls into the ears of someone with a heart, I don't know how much trouble it will cause.

If you didn't rush up and beat someone up, you were already showing self-cultivation, and naturally you wouldn't admit defeat: "I don't need to bother you, you should take care of yourselves first!

The Russia-Austria alliance has lasted for decades and has withstood wind and rain.The relationship between the two countries cannot be provoked by just a few words of your Excellency.

On the contrary, if your country jumps up and down like this, it will definitely be liquidated after the war. Let's first think about how to gain a foothold in Europe after the war! "

Oscar Jimenez's voice was so loud that many people heard it, and he was so angry that George, who had not gone away, was half dead.

However, it is also true.Based on the role played by the British in this war, Anglo-Austrian relations are doomed to fail.

To be able to become the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Empire, Oscar Jimenez is naturally not a reckless man.Taking the initiative to turn against the British is naturally for Austria to see.

The tsarist government has decided to declare no war for the time being.Under this background, they naturally have to do something to prove their worth.

Otherwise, they just take the benefits and do nothing, what qualifications do they have to share the spoils after the war?Is it just a treaty?That's too simple, there is no free lunch in this world.

Now that it has turned against the British, the tsarist government can announce to the outside world that it has smashed the conspiracy of the British to pick peaches and made outstanding contributions to the anti-French cause.

As for making clear the conflict between Britain and Austria, that can only be considered incidentally.Russia and Austria are allies, and the tsarist government is doomed to fail to complete the important task of restricting Austria, so it can only be carried by the British.

From the standpoint of the Russian Empire, it would be perfect if the British could be dragged into the quagmire of the European war.

Chapter 2 and Three Illogical

In Tokyo, after receiving news of Austria's involvement in Philippine affairs, Emperor Meiji held an imperial meeting overnight.

No way, this is the deterrent power of the top powers.Like most ordinary people in this era, Emperor Meiji also suffered from "foreign" phobia.

Emperor Meiji was very nervous just to challenge Spain, and if he came to Austria, he would really have no way to live.

Regardless of the fact that this southward strategy was carried out very smoothly, the Spaniards were even more useless than expected. In just over a month, the Japanese army occupied less than half of the Philippines, which can be described as brilliant results.

But this is only on the surface. The Japanese army's triumphant advances only caught Spain by surprise. In essence, Spain's overall strength is still higher than that of Japan.

No matter how powerful the Meiji Restoration is, it has only developed for more than 20 years, which is incomparable to the century-old accumulation of the old empire.

Of course, since it dares to be a challenger, the Japanese government also has its own advantages, for example: closer to the mainland, stronger military combat effectiveness and higher morale.

Having an advantage in the military does not mean that everything will be fine.As the first country to challenge the existence of a white country, Japan has fallen into a disadvantage in politics and diplomacy.

It's fine to fight alone, the key is that there is no one to support, it can be said that it is more isolated than France; on the other hand, Spain has at least gained sympathy points from the European world.

The interference of the great powers has become the biggest risk of this southward journey.Emperor Meiji did not dare to take it lightly when he discovered the change in Austria, even if it was just a trivial matter.

Ito Hirobumi analyzed: "Your Majesty, don't worry. Austria is busy with the European war, so it should not really want to intervene in Philippine affairs.

We went south this time under the banner of being invited by Britain and France. It is normal for the Austrians to be wary.

Just at this time, the Nanyang Chinese came to the door, and they made a test along the way to judge whether we had any signs of continuing to go south.

General Shanxian Youpeng did a very good job and decisively chose to back down without causing conflict. Now the Austrians should be relieved. "

No need to think too much. The Japanese army entered Nanyang under the invitation of Britain and France. It seemed that they were going to the Austrian Nanyang.Although the Japanese government explained afterwards, this will also cause dissatisfaction in Austria.

Great powers must have temper.It is normal to create a little obstacle at random and take a little revenge.

Dashan Yanzhi asked: "Ito-kun, this is a disgrace to the Great Japanese Empire, how can it be called good?

Today Austria is here, we have to make concessions; tomorrow Britain and France are here, do we still have to make concessions?

One step back, one step back.The ambitions of the great powers are so used to it. If you don't learn to say no to the great powers, the Great Japanese Empire will never really stand up!

Don't say whether to test or not, Austria has never put us in the eyes, and the Vienna government will not bother with this at all.

I think it is mostly the personal behavior of a diplomat. Whether the Austrian government knows about this is still unknown.

Austria is not yet the overlord of the European continent, so domineering, if they win the war, will they just let us withdraw from the Philippines?

I suggest ignoring the unreasonable demands of the Austrians, deal with this incident toughly, and show our tough stance to the outside world.

Anyway, the European war is going on so tragically, it is impossible for the Austrians to push us to the opposite side at this time. "

He failed to grab the position of coach and was forced to stay in the base camp for planning, that's all. The key is that the strategy formulated by the base camp will become completely different when he reaches the front line.

Facing the number one veteran of the Japanese Army, Shan County Youpeng, Da Shanyan had no choice but to endure it, but he still held back his anger.

Now that something like this happened again, I couldn't help but want to vent.Besides, his identity also required him to be tough with the outside world, otherwise how would he establish prestige in the army?

What's more, there is no problem with his analysis. In a short period of time, Austria really has no time to worry about the Nanyang region.No matter how overdone it is, it is impossible to come and liquidate it immediately.

As for settling accounts after the autumn, isn't it still possible to hug your thigh?The Royal Navy is in full swing, as long as the British do not agree, even if Austria wants to settle accounts after the fall, it will be difficult to make a difference.

Ito Hirobumi rubbed his forehead. This kind of well-founded rebuttal was the most troublesome, but he didn't want to offend Austria.

The Japanese army learned from the French and had a kind of self-confidence in France, but as a politician, Ito Hirobumi didn't see it that way.

The scale of the European war is huge, and the combat effectiveness of troops is of course important, but more depends on the overall national strength.

In the eyes of many politicians, France had already lost from the moment the war fell into a state of anxiety.Just when Ito Hirobumi was struggling, a shocking news came.

"Your Majesty, I just received a telegram that the Russians have declared war on France!"

Emperor Meiji didn't care about self-cultivation, he snatched the telegram from his attendant and quickly browsed it.

Although they don't know what happened, everyone knows that there is no need to continue the controversial issue just now.From the moment the Russians entered the war, France was powerless.

Possible victory and certain victory are two different concepts.Some people still dare to gamble when they are not sure that Austria will win; now that the overall situation is settled, everyone has to worry about the attitude of the future European hegemon.

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In London, George, who had returned without success, received the bad news as soon as he disembarked.Before he had time to rest, he hurried to the palace to attend the imperial meeting.

The matter is so great that Queen Victoria, who doesn't care much about politics, can't sit still now.

At this moment, the aged Queen Victoria asked tremblingly: "According to your opinion, the monarch should not interfere in politics. In recent years, I have rarely been involved in politics.

All major and minor affairs of the empire are entrusted to you to handle.But who can tell me why the international situation has developed to this point? "

Conflicts between monarchy and prime minister have been common throughout the ages.The world only knows that Queen Victoria seldom gets involved in politics, but they don't know that this is also the result of power struggles.

Since the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria has lost her politically strong arm and has gradually become powerless in the power struggle.

However, Queen Victoria was not an idle person. Seeing that she could not suppress the cabinet, she decisively chose to retreat.

On the one hand, it reduces its involvement in politics, and on the other hand, it firmly controls power and does not let go.In short, I can authorize you to use the power, but I also have the right to take it back.

This is also the reason why Edward VII can reshape the monarchy in the future.After all, power has always been in the hands of the royal family, but it is usually useless.

In contrast, the kings of later generations will not be able to do so.From the moment George V gave up his power, he could never get it back.

Facing the queen's questioning, everyone lowered their heads one after another.Everyone knew that a crisis was coming, not only for Britain, but also for them.Once it is not handled properly, everyone's political life will be over.

As the person directly responsible, Foreign Secretary George stepped forward and explained: "Queen, the Russians declared war on France too suddenly, which is completely illogical.

Austria has developed so fast in recent years that we have become a behemoth before we have had time to suppress it.

The main reason for this error is that successive governments have had a false consensus that Austria is nothing to worry about.

From a geographical point of view, Austria is sandwiched between France and Russia, which not only blocks the way of the French to the east, but also blocks the way of the Russians to the west.

The seeds of the crisis have already been planted. In theory, the stronger Austria is, the more it will attract the hostility of France and Russia.As long as we push from behind the scenes, France and Russia will join forces.

Based on this judgment, we have always focused on France and Russia.You know that France and Russia are restless, the French often jump up and down, and the Russians even directly invaded Afghanistan..."

Before George could finish speaking, Queen Victoria interrupted forcefully: "I don't care if it conforms to your logic or not, but the Russians have now declared war on France.

Your so-called Franco-Russian joint plan to check and balance Austria is a piece of shit, not even shit.

What's even more ridiculous is that you single-handedly promoted this European war.I still remember the promise you all made at the beginning that you would use this war to hurt both Fao and hit two enemies at the same time.

You have also seen the result now.Mission accomplished, successfully weakening the French.If nothing else, post-war France will no longer be a threat to us.

Sounds great doesn't it?Britain's old enemy has been killed, and you are all heroes of Britain.

But is this what we need?Without the French, who will check and balance Austria for us, counting on the Russians?

Are you sure that they want to go west to compete with Austria for European hegemony, instead of going south to compete with us for India? "

Whether the European balance is broken and Austria becomes the new hegemon; or the Russian invasion of India is the biggest threat to Britain.

Anyone with a discerning eye knows that since the Russians have declared war on the French at this time, it must be that Russia and Austria have reached an agreement.

There is only one hegemon in continental Europe, and Austria is now in a great situation. The Vienna government will definitely not give in on this issue, so it can only be that the strategic direction of the Russians has changed.

With the vast glaciers of Siberia, even if the Russians wanted to move eastward, they would not be able to make it.At least until there is no railway, they cannot support their ambitions.

Not to mention in the north, the Nordic Federation is just a hedgehog, the kind that doesn't have much meat, and it's obviously not a bear's dish.

Looking around, apart from going west and competing with Austria for European hegemony, the only way to go south is to seize India.

The queen who turned into a big troll is invincible, and no one dares to go up to the trouble at this time.

To explain is to cover up, things have already happened, no matter whether they are reasonable or not, they are all facts.If you think it is unreasonable, it can only mean that your brain is not enough.

Maybe it's enough spraying, or maybe it's old age and exhaustion.After venting her anger, Queen Victoria slowed down and asked, "Prime Minister, what are you going to do next?"

It's impossible to deal with it personally. It's a mess now, and it may explode at any time.Responsibility must be borne by this government, which is why Gladstone's cabinet has not yet been overthrown.

"Queen, the Russians entered the war so suddenly, we don't know what happened in the middle. The most urgent task is to figure out the reason, and then find a way to keep the French in a targeted manner.

The government has already taken action, and has persuaded more than a dozen neutral countries to mediate this war with us. "

It is true that more than a dozen neutral countries have been attracted, but unfortunately there are prerequisites for this.The London government promised everyone that Britain and Russia would take the lead in forming an intervention alliance, and everyone just followed suit, and all countries agreed to participate.

At this point, even if the countries continue to fulfill the agreement, it will be useless.These days, it is not that the number of countries has the right to speak, the key still depends on strength.

Let a small country mediate this war, maybe the negotiating table will be scared to pee.The great powers are playing hooligans, but not everyone dares to accept the trick.

Let’s not talk about it, anyway, European countries can’t count on it.As long as the anti-French coalition warns a little, everyone will follow suit.

Queen Victoria would naturally not be satisfied with such an unreliable plan, and said coldly: "Yes, then may God bless Britain. I hope the French can last a little longer, so that you have the opportunity to take action .”

The plan is unreliable, but it is better to have something than nothing.Before there is no better way, you can only use it first.

Chapter 2 It's time to stand in line

In Paris, after repeatedly confirming that the news of the Russian declaration of war was correct, Napoleon IV passed out directly, and the French government followed suit.

The innocence has really fallen.Austria alone made them exhausted, and now the Russians are coming to add insult to injury, and the subsequent battles cannot be fought at all.

Seeing the doctor come out, Prime Minister Terrence Bulkin hurriedly asked: "Mr. Turkang, how is Your Majesty doing?"

In a monarchy, the emperor fainting is also a big event.If Napoleon IV had a problem with his health in normal times, Terrence Bulkin, as prime minister, might secretly celebrate.

The struggle between monarchy and prime minister has never stopped.When the monarch has physical problems, it is a good time to expand the power of the prime minister.

Obviously, Terrence Bulkin has no intention of fighting for power now.France is already facing internal and external troubles. If another power struggle breaks out, it will really be over.

Under the whole nest, there are no eggs.

As the Prime Minister of France, Terrence Bourgin's fate has long been tied to the Bonaparte dynasty, and he has no chance to change jobs.

"Prime Minister, please rest assured that His Majesty is in good health. He just fainted suddenly after being severely stimulated.

Now that you are awake, you can go in.It's just that His Majesty's mental state is still a little bit wrong, you should pay attention, don't make him too tired, especially don't be subjected to severe stimulation. "

After listening to the doctor's explanation, Terrence Bulkin showed a helpless wry smile while he was relieved.

Not stimulated?

Given the current situation in France, unless the emperor completely delegated power and stopped mixing politics at all, it would be inevitable to be stimulated.

However, this is not possible.The foundation of the Bonaparte Dynasty is too shallow, and the French people are too lively. If power is completely delegated, it may be guillotined someday.