"Your Majesty the Kaiser, Austria-Hungary withdrew from the Central Powers only because we had defeated Britain, France, Russia and other countries in the last great war, so His Majesty the Emperor did not think that there was any need for the Central Powers to continue to exist. This is definitely not a provocation to the German Reich, and I hope the Reich does not mind! The Austro-Hungarian Foreign Minister, Baron Belhidot, stood in front of Qin Tian with a smile on his face, constantly explaining to Qin Tian.

On the day that the Austro-Hungarian government announced its withdrawal from the Central Powers, Baron Belchdald arrived in Berlin. From this, it can be seen that the foreign minister departed from Vienna ahead of schedule. In order to be able to explain to Germany as soon as possible and avoid further deterioration of relations between the two countries.

Although, the important ministers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, there was no clear opposition to the decision of Karl I. However, they absolutely did not want to get into too much trouble with Germany because of this incident, let alone cause a war between the two countries.

Of course, the important ministers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire may not really be opposed to withdrawing from the Central Powers. They opposed it because they feared that they would be attacked by Germany. If it can really survive, it will also be of great benefit to Austria-Hungary.

Qin Tian looked at Baron Belhidald coldly, Karl I directly proposed the decision to withdraw from the Central Powers, and it was easily passed, which made Qin Tian know that these monarchs and ministers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire had been fighting this idea for a long time. It's just that the strong military strength of the German Empire before made them dare not act rashly.

"Your Excellency, the withdrawal of Austria-Hungary from the Central Powers without consulting the German Empire is a betrayal of the German Empire! It's a shameful act! Qin Tian roared angrily.

Baron Belchdot secretly screamed in his heart, he didn't seem to expect that Qin Tian's reaction would be so big and so intense. This undoubtedly shows that Germany is really very dissatisfied with the withdrawal of Austria-Hungary from the Central Powers. This is undoubtedly a very bad result for them.

"Your Majesty, this was our mistake, and we did not think that this would have any effect on the German Empire, so we did not inform your country in advance. I hope for your understanding. Even if Austria-Hungary withdrew from the Central Powers, our two countries still have a very deep traditional friendship. Therefore, please rest assured that the relations between our two countries will not be affected by the withdrawal of Austria-Hungary from the Central Powers. Baron Belchedore explained. He already had a hunch that this time Austria-Hungary's withdrawal from the Central Powers would have a very big impact.

"Your Excellency, in view of the traditional friendship between our two countries, the German Empire can give Austria-Hungary a chance. That is, to immediately announce to the whole world that the previous decision to withdraw from the Allies was reversed. In this case, the German Reich could have acted as if nothing had happened. If Austria-Hungary refuses, then all the consequences will be borne by Austria-Hungary! Qin Tian said viciously.

"What?" Baron Belhidald was shocked, he didn't expect Qin Tian to put forward such a condition. Obviously, such conditions are impossible for them to accept.

If Austria-Hungary had announced to the world that it had withdrawn its previous decision, there would be no doubt that they would have become the laughing stock of the whole world. With the stubborn and conceited character of Karl I, it is obviously impossible to reverse the previous decision, so to speak, there is no way to do it. This would lead to a rapid rupture of relations between Germany and Austria-Hungary.

"The Germans did this on purpose, in order to find a pretext, an excuse to wage war against us. Damn, this is simply a trap, a trap set by the Germans against Austria-Hungary. If we don't meet their demands, war will break out! The Germans must have had the confidence to defeat us, which is why they did it. My God! Was Austria-Hungary already in crisis? "Baron Belchdald is not a fool, and immediately understands the cause and effect.

It's just that after thinking about all this, he couldn't help but feel numb in his scalp. The fact that the Germans had the audacity to calculate Austria-Hungary undoubtedly shows that the next situation of Austria-Hungary may be very dangerous.

"Your Excellency, you may convey this to your government. Three days, I give you three days. If, after three days, you have not retracted your previous decision, it means that you have rejected the goodwill of the German Empire. Qin Tian continued.

"Yes, Your Majesty the Emperor. I'll tell you right away. The Austro-Hungarian Empire and the German Empire had a deep traditional friendship. I believe that this misunderstanding will not affect the relations between our two countries. Baron Belchdold said.

"Of course, the German Empire has always regarded Austria-Hungary as the most loyal ally of the Empire. We sincerely hope that this alliance will continue forever! The smile on Qin Tian's face did not look like he was about to use force against Austria-Hungary.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Baron Belchdot nodded, and then took his leave.

Immediately after leaving the palace, Baron Belhidald rushed to the Austro-Hungarian embassy in Germany to report to Vienna the German demands and his own speculations. At the same time, Baron Belhidald advised Karl I to retract the previous decision. Because, obviously, the Germans were going to take this opportunity to go to war against Austria-Hungary.

If the decision were to be withdrawn, it would certainly make Austria-Hungary lose face. However, this would have kept the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Belchdot did not believe that the military might of Austria-Hungary would be able to withstand the German invasion. This is especially true when it is clear that the Germans have been planning for a long time. In the event of a war, Austria-Hungary would certainly not be able to defeat Germany. If Austria-Hungary were defeated, the consequences would be very serious. If not, Austria-Hungary will cease to exist.

Although, the Americans promised to provide support to Austria-Hungary. But Baron Belchedrod believes that this is simply unreliable. In the last war, the Americans were forced by Germany not to act rashly. Now that Germany is much stronger, will the Americans risk it for the sake of Austria-Hungary? That's obviously unlikely. The Americans, most likely, wanted to turn Austria-Hungary into a bridgehead, or rather, cannon fodder against Germany.

Admittedly, such a conclusion is somewhat sensational. Baron Belhidald, however, believed that all this was possible. After all, Kaiser Wilhelm III was also a very strong man.