Rome, the capital of Italy, has become a desirable place for Catholics all over the world because of the presence of the Holy See in the Vatican. However, the relationship between the Italian Government and the Vatican Holy See is very bad.

Before the unification of Italy, the Holy See ruled the Papal States in central Italy. The Second French Empire provided security guarantees for the Papal States. Unfortunately, the Second French Empire was wiped out in the Franco-Prussian War. This allowed the Kingdom of Sardinia to directly conquer the entire Papal States. The Holy See was expelled to the tiny Vatican. A great deal of the wealth that originally belonged to the Holy See also fell into the hands of the Kingdom of Sardinia.

Until now, the Italian royal family in the Vatican has remained unwelcome.

King Vittorio of the Kingdom of Italy? Emanuele III, who was now in his palace, prayed to God that the Combined Fleet would be able to defeat the German navy in a naval battle. In this way, they may be able to achieve a decent peace. If you can go to the Vatican to pray, maybe it will be better. But Vittorio? Emanuele III knew that he would not be able to go to the Vatican at all.

In this world war, the performance of the Italian army was really bad. In the Alps, they were beaten by Austria-Hungary and the Germans and suffered heavy losses. had to give up the attack on Austria-Hungary and blindly defend. It can be said that their contribution to this war was only to hold back a part of the Austro-Hungarian army.

However, the situation on the battlefield has changed abruptly. The Allies, who originally seemed to be going to lose the war, won one victory after another as if they had been beaten with chicken blood. One powerful country after another was defeated by Germany. Soon, it will be the turn of the Kingdom of Italy. In terms of military strength, the Kingdom of Italy had no chance of victory. But at the same time, they are not willing to fail. Therefore, when the British proposed to form a combined fleet to defeat the German navy and fight for a glimmer of life, the Kingdom of Italy immediately agreed.

The Italian government undoubtedly had great hopes for this war. If we can win, then all the crises will be resolved. No matter how bad it is, it is possible to strive for a decent peace. If it fails, it's all over.

Vittorio? King Emanuele III's most aggrieved point was undoubtedly his betrayal of the Central Powers and his accession to the Entente. Originally, they were part of the Allied Powers! Of course, there were contradictions with Austria-Hungary, but they were only conflicts of interests, not irreconcilable. If they can stay in the League, then they are now part of the victors. Where is it useful to be like a member of the present, to be afraid? What's more, you can also share a lot of the fruits of victory.

Now, not only will you not be able to share any of the fruits of victory, but you will also have to lose your own interests! Such a contrast is too great. Often let Vittorio? Emanuele III regretted it.

"Damn Giovanni? Jolietti. It was because of him that the kingdom betrayed the Confederates. Otherwise, we'd be jubilant by now! "Vittorio? King Emanuele III said through gritted teeth.

Giovanni? Giolitti was the previous prime minister, and it was during his time as prime minister that Italy betrayed the Central Powers and joined the Entente. Still, Vittorio? Emanuele III seems to have forgotten that he was equally seduced by the English and French when they threw so many baits. Even he, the king, should pay the main responsibility.

It's just that passing the responsibility on the courtiers is the usual practice of the monarch.

"Your Majesty, Your Excellency the Prime Minister is here." Waiter to Vittorio? King Emanuele III proclaimed.

"Well, let him in." Vittorio? Emanuele III said.

Antonio? Prime Minister Sarandra walked into the office.

"Prime Minister, is there any news of a naval battle?" Vittorio? King Emanuele III asked eagerly.

"Your Majesty, there is no news yet. His Excellency Francisco was at the Admiralty and would report it as soon as he got the news. "Antonio? Prime Minister Sarandra said.

Vittorio? Emanuele III breathed a sigh of relief. No news, maybe it's the best news. Because at least no bad news of the defeat has been received.

"Will we be able to defeat the Germans in this battle?" Vittorio? There was a hint of earnestness in the eyes of King Emanuele III.

"Your Majesty, it's very hard to say. In addition, the minister is not from the navy, and he knows little about naval warfare. However, judging from the comparison of the strength of the two sides, the gap between us and the German Navy is not large. If you are lucky, it is not impossible to defeat the Germans. "Antonio? Prime Minister Sarandra said.

Vittorio? Emanuele III nodded: "I hope God can bless the Kingdom of Italy!" ”

"Alas, if we had known, we should not have betrayed the Allies for a small profit. It's time for us to pay the price. "Vittorio? King Emanuele III looked depressed. When he thought of this, he regretted it very much. However, there is no regret medicine in this world. Even if you regret it, it's useless.

"Your Majesty, don't say that. After all, you made that decision in the first place for the benefit of the Kingdom of Italy. At that time, everyone thought that the Germans would lose. After all, Britain, France and Russia are too strong. But who knew that they would win the war so easily? It's unbelievable. "Antonio? Sarandra said.

If they could be given a chance to choose again, it is estimated that they would not hesitate to choose to stay in the alliance. In this way, they can hitch a ride with the Germans and pick up the bargain after the Germans' ass. After Germany won the war, it was of course that it would take the lion's share in the distribution of the war's benefits. But even if they can drink some soup, that's good! At least there is no need to worry that if it fails, even the country will perish, as is the case now.

"Yes, I did it for the good of the Kingdom of Italy!" Vittorio? King Emanuele III was very pleased with this statement. It is true that he made mistakes on this issue, but isn't it worth understanding that he made mistakes for the sake of the national interest? And that comes to mind, Vittorio? Emanuele III's heart felt much better.