Chapter 343： guess (1/2)
”They shouldn't give in at this time, think about it, if I were the prince, what would I do?” Wells said to himself. ”First of all, I have to clean up the disobedient Italy and France among the Allies. I will take advantage of the opportunity of Russia to fight in the Far East and beat France. It is even possible to adopt a war to solve all problems in Europe. I will also encourage Austria-Hungary to take action in the Balkans.”
”Because the prince is the son-in-law of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, they and the Habsburg family are considered the most trustworthy foreign aid between each other, whether it is blood or actual interests. The strength of Austro-Hungary is beneficial to him and to Germany. Ah, and he didn't do anything this time,” Wells said.
Before Wells's voice was over, Fisher felt something was wrong! Because what Wells just said was ”He didn't do anything” instead of ”He didn't say anything!” The meaning has changed! If it’s the latter, it’s normal. After all, everyone talks about scenes when they meet. But if it is the former, it is different, because Germany is really honest during this time!
Why is the Mediterranean Fleet one of the best in the British Empire? Because there are a lot of snakes in the Mediterranean and a mixture of fish and dragons, the British Empire must make great efforts if it wants to shake the ground. They are the long swords of the British Empire to frighten the Mediterranean countries and the cornerstones at the crossroads of the world! Those who can serve here must at least be for politicians! Both Fisher and his assistant Wells are watching the changes after the Germans came to the Mediterranean! What they see and think will become the cornerstone of the empire's future decisions!
”It's too early to be honest. The Italians have no bones. A little threat may be able to make them succumb. Maybe before the Germans act, Italy has been frightened out of their courage? Things in France are not uncommon, whether it is France or Germany believes that there is no need to gamble on national luck for the Portuguese colony. Germany's advantages, France's disadvantages, and the French's submission are understandable.”
”But with Russia's attention to the Far East, and with all the strength of Austria-Hungary growing, why didn't they take the opportunity to take action against the Balkans? No action was done either overtly or secretly. This can only show one problem!” Fisher put down his hands. Tea cup. ”They were warned by the Germans! It must be so!”
”Isn't this very good? It is enough for us to solve all kinds of troubles, and then focus our energy on Europe. Prime Minister Salisbury also has this view.” Wells said curiously.
”This is a threat. The Germans come to make a deal with us with all the cards in their hands, a deal that can't be on the table, or even a written record! But they are not afraid that we will regret it.”
”why?”
”The Germans can support Russia and allow Russia to obtain a warm water port. This breaks through our blockade. You can choose to support the Boers, so that our already high and terrible war cost will be increased several times, and you can encourage the Austro-Hungarian Empire to take action in the Balkans. The British Empire, which was already exhausted, was even more exhausted. Everything the Germans did took little effort, but it could increase our costs. If you were the prime minister, would you regret it?” Fisher asked rhetorically.
”Then this offer must be very high, so high that we don't want to accept it now. What offer will it be?” Wells asked.