"The Germans are no longer our loyal allies. Austria-Hungary had to rely on its own strength in order to be able to defend its interests and even continue to exist. Therefore, we can only vigorously develop our military strength in the future. I hope that the military power of Austria-Hungary will be able to confront the Germans. In this way, we will be able to stop fearing the Germans. "Franz? Joseph I said.

"Although, I know it's very difficult. However, I hope that this will be the goal of everyone. Even if I don't see that day, I hope that Austria-Hungary will always be strong! "Franz? Joseph I continued.

"Your Majesty, we will definitely work hard! Austria-Hungary will definitely be stronger. Duke Kasbah said.

Franz? Joseph I nodded with satisfaction: "However, for the time being, we still need to maintain a good cooperative relationship with the Germans. In this case, it is the best for the empire! ”

"Yes, Your Majesty. After the Germans won the war, they would become the most powerful country in the world. Even more powerful than the British Empire. Under such circumstances, it would be very unwise for the Reich to confront the German Reich. "Mario? Webb said.

"The military strength of the Germans is too strong, and before the outbreak of the war, no one thought that they would be so strong and easily defeat so many strong enemies. After the war, Germany will have the most powerful navy in the world, the most powerful army, the most colonies, and even the most powerful industrial power. In such a situation, no one can confront them. "Hungarian Prime Minister East? Feng? Said the Count of Tissau.

In addition to the central government of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the following states also had their own governments. However, nominally, the governments of the states obey the orders of the central government. But in reality, the autonomy of the states is very large. If not Franz? If Joseph I had been too prestigious to restrain the states, perhaps the states would have gone their own way, and the Austro-Hungarian Empire would have fallen apart.

"In my opinion, the most feared thing about the German Empire is not their great strength, but their emperor. His Majesty Emperor Wilhelm III was only 27 years old. However, he showed great talent in all aspects. Even the reason why the German Empire was able to become strong and win this war is inseparable from His Majesty Kaiser Wilhelm III. I think that during the reign of His Majesty Wilhelm III, Austria-Hungary probably did not have the ability to confront the German Empire. The only thing we can do is to follow in the footsteps of the German Empire in order to gain more and greater benefits. Marshal Baron Herzendorf said.

Franz? Joseph I nodded repeatedly: "Indeed, His Majesty William III is too outstanding. If the Crown Prince of Austria-Hungary had half the talent of His Majesty Wilhelm III, I would have no regrets even if I had gone to God now. ”

This is undoubtedly what the other ministers of Austria-Hungary wanted to say, and many times, the heir of a country is undoubtedly very important. The talent of the heir is related to the future of the country. In particular, many ministers were dissatisfied with Crown Prince Karl, which made them more and more hopeful to have a wise and talented heir. However, Crown Prince Karl is clearly not the most suitable person. But in the absence of other suitable candidates, it can only be done first.

Austria-Hungary is one of the great powers in the world, but because of the sharp internal contradictions, and Germany began to guard against them, this will make the situation of Austria-Hungary in the future even more difficult. The Austro-Hungarian monarchs were helpless against it.

However, because Germany suppressed Austria-Hungary, there was already a clear rift in the relationship between the two countries. As time goes by, the rift will grow. At some point, the two countries will turn from allies to enemies.

After receiving the order from the country, Crown Prince Karl and Baron Berchdot, in accordance with the orders of the country, no longer insisted on their previous hard-line attitude in the peace talks with the Kingdom of Italy.

After raising the amount of war reparations to six billion marks on the part of the Kingdom of Italy, the Austro-Hungarian delegation disembarked and accepted this condition.

"The fact that Austria-Hungary and the Kingdom of Italy were able to come to an agreement is undoubtedly the best outcome. A war, thus disappearing invisibly. This played a crucial role in ending the war and maintaining peace in Europe. German Foreign Minister Vahitt had a smile on his face.

Italian Foreign Minister Paulo? Boseli had a face, and he smiled like a chrysanthemum. I thought that this time, the Kingdom of Italy would pay an extremely heavy price. However, in the end, the price paid was much smaller than they expected.

Of course, the war reparations, totaling 26 billion marks, are still a huge sum. For the Kingdom of Italy, too, the pressure was extremely heavy. But it's better than being extorted by Austria-Hungary for 50 billion kroner, right?

Plus lost a lot of territory, as well as all the overseas colonies. Italy has suffered a heavy blow this time. If you want to recover, it will take a long time.

The representatives of Austria-Hungary wore their faces as if someone owed them money.

Crown Prince Karl looked at Washitt and Paul? Boselli's gaze was even more as if he was about to kill. The original plan was thoroughly circulated. Austria-Hungary suffered extremely heavy losses as a result.

The foreign ministers of Austria-Hungary and Italy signed their names on the peace treaties. The treaty stipulated that the Kingdom of Italy should pay Austria-Hungary six billion marks in war reparations, to be paid in full within three years. Italy ceded Venice and its territories to the east to Austria-Hungary. The Kingdom of Italy transferred the colonies of Italian East Africa to Austria-Hungary. The latter conditions are similar to those of Germany.

After the treaty was signed, Crown Prince Karl and others did not even attend the banquet, but rushed directly to the railway station, left Berlin by special train, and rushed back to Vienna. Their hearts are now filled with anger and they don't want to spend a moment in Berlin any longer.

When the special train left the station, Crown Prince Karl looked at the bustling Berlin through the train window, and his eyes were full of anger: "Germans, wait." Someday, I'll make you pay. Oscar, I promise you the shame you have inflicted on Austria-Hungary, and I will double it! ”