Welcome to 19th-century Europe, where strength reigns supreme

"This is for Germany...there is nothing I can do about it. I probably..."

Lilian interrupted August, "You don't have to tell me now. For you, this is a glorious war. If it's for Germany, then there's nothing you can do about it, right? There's nothing you can do about starting a war. It was because France did not allow the peaceful reunification of Germany that the Franco-Prussian War had to be fought, right?"

"Well...as long as we win this war, the German region will finally be able to be unified, and my wish will be realized..."

Lilian stood up, "I'm going back to England next. If we have to fight, I hope you will win. I want to believe you."

"Well, thank you. Do you want me to personally escort you back to the UK?"

"That's no need. I don't want to die so soon. I came here alone this time. If you send me off in person and let the whole Europe know about my private visit incognito, then my life will not be guaranteed, so I can just go back by myself."

August: "Then be careful?"

Lillian: "I know, it really makes me feel like a child."

August: “Aren’t you just a child?”

Lilian: "You are obviously younger than me!"

August watched Lilian leave, thinking to himself that although this guy said he was unforgiving, he was actually quite cute.

But at the same time, August also had some doubts, why did he do this? Although it sounds beautiful, there may be other reasons for what he did, maybe just to satisfy his desire to conquer?

No matter what the motivation is, as long as the final result can benefit the German people, it will be fine. I am not God. I just need to take care of my own country. I have no time to care about others.

Lilian had just left Sanssouci Palace, and there was still a trace of sadness on her face. She murmured, "I hope the war will end soon."

"Miss Lilian?" Valentina saw Lilian who looked unhappy, "I haven't seen you for a while. I remembered you left Europe before, right?"

"Valentina? It's been a long time indeed. I went to India before, and now the things there are settled, but as soon as I came back, I heard that there was going to be a war between Prussia and France, whether it was Napoleon III or Augustus. No matter what, they are not planning to stop, which makes me a little worried..."

Valentina looked at Lillian and said with a smile, "If possible, can you tell me the details? I'm a little worried about Auguste. She has been thinking about how to win the Franco-Prussian War recently. .”

"Really? After all, the opponent is France. This level of seriousness is also a sign of respect for the opponent. Well, let's talk while walking."

Lillian chatted with Valentina about recent events, mainly criticizing Napoleon III. This person is so ignorant! The country is obviously not very stable, and he is still clamoring for war every day. The key is that he actually thinks he can win with his current state, maybe he doesn't really think he is awesome.

Although most of the time he complained about Napoleon III's bravery, in the final analysis, this war was unnecessary for Napoleon III. He could have given up control of the four southern German states, at least he would not have to fight this unwarranted war. Necessary war.

But he can't stand the pressure. If he could have a clear self-understanding, then many choices would not be so unwise. But the one who feels good about himself and does what he says will definitely burn himself in the end.

Valentina, on the other hand, focused her attention on August. In Lillian's opinion, August did well enough, but she didn't seem to know what she wanted. , August is also looking forward to war, because only in this way can she complete her great cause.

"August wanted to realize the desire of Greater Germany. This idea is not difficult to understand. I also want to realize the dream of the Imperial Federation. All this comes from our desire for historical status. We all hope to achieve something in our own hands. It is a big deal to satisfy one's own selfishness. For this reason, I would not hesitate to launch a war and let countless people pay their lives for it. I know I don't have the face to say such things, but I really think so." Lillian said this, Valentina Looking at Lilian, it was like seeing August. August seemed to have said similar words to him once.

Valentina said, "Actually, I also hope for peace. It would be great if there could always be peace between Prussia and France. How did the relationship between France and Prussia become what it is now?"

"France has always been the most powerful country on the European continent. It certainly does not want any newly rising country to challenge its hegemony. That is all. This is hegemony. In order to maintain hegemony, hegemonic countries can only continue to fight. Wage wars to defeat emerging powers until they are unable to suppress them and are forced to withdraw from the international stage. If Prussia succeeds in defeating France, it will inevitably follow the same path."

Valentina suddenly said: "August will definitely not. I have watched her since she was very young. She has always been a compassionate person. She will definitely give the Germans a better future." of."

Lilian: "I know, and I believe her, but I feel that she may not have found the direction. War is indeed the means for Germany to rise, but this hatred will eventually be returned, and then the Germans will really have a A bright future? Although it's a bit abstract to say so, I always feel that August is lost. She also longs for war and longs for war to bring her everything she wants. What she sees may be the same as me. What you see is indeed different..."

Valentina: "Is that so... Did Miss Lillian feel it too?"

Lilian: "Well, I don't know why I feel this way. Maybe it's because we are the same."

Valentina: "I understand, August is just lost now. I want to realize August's wish. I hope her ideals can come true! I hope that the rich and powerful Germany in August's heart Being able to be born on this land, I want to participate in this Franco-Prussian War!"

Lilian looked at her in disbelief, "Participate in this war? How?"

"Go to the barracks, become a soldier, and fight the French!"

"Hey, are you crazy! Do you know what you are talking about? That is war! What can you do if you go? You will die!"

"I know, but for August, I have to go. For me, Miss August is everything. I want to fulfill her wish. Even if I die, I can die worthily! But August Ste is very reckless. He oversleeps every day, is lazy when he has nothing to do, and doesn’t know how to take a rest when working... He is just like a child, right? If I fail to come back from the battlefield, Augustus will I'll leave it to you, Miss Lilian..."