Iron Germany

"Crazy, the emperor has gone crazy! He actually made a speech that the Austro-Hungarian Empire would never compromise with Germany. Doesn't he know that this will arouse the anger of the Germans? Once the Kaiser is furious, the consequences will be disastrous." An old man is complaining dissatisfied. His identity is the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Hungary, Este von Tissau Count.

Although the Kingdom of Hungary is one of the states of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, it also has its own government. Except for diplomacy and military affairs, which are exercised by the central government of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, other powers are in the hands of the Kingdom of Hungary itself. As a state of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the strength is second only to the power of Austria, and the autonomy of the Kingdom of Hungary is undoubtedly great.

Although Karl I became the emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, he also served as the king of the Kingdom of Hungary. However, the nobles of the Kingdom of Hungary did not agree with Karl I. Now, Karl I ignored the strength gap between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and Germany and challenged the German Empire, which made them very dissatisfied. I think this is bringing the Kingdom of Hungary into danger!

"Yes! Now Archduke Friedrich and Baron Herzendorf have ordered the Austro-Hungarian Army to be on alert. I am afraid that the war is really imminent." Deputy Chief of Staff of the Austro-Hungarian Army and Hungarian Army The chief of staff, Baron Tobres, looked worried.

"Now putting the troops on alert, isn't this further provoking Germany and intensifying conflicts? I think Karl I is really crazy!" said an old man in a tuxedo, drinking coffee elegantly. He is the head of the Hungarian nobles, Marquis Damen Fei Lenz. This family has a very prominent position in the Kingdom of Hungary. Even in the Hungarian government, there are many people from this family. Even the kingdom's policies are influenced by them to a certain extent. In addition, other nobles are vaguely headed by the Lenz family, which makes almost all the power of the Hungarian Kingdom in their hands.

"Karl I wants to die himself, we can't bury him with him!" Other senior officials and nobles of the Hungarian Kingdom also expressed their opinions, questioning the orders of Karl I and the central government of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

"Everyone, we can no longer indulge Karl I. He will bring our country to hell. We, the Kingdom of Hungary, also have a long history. Before forming a dual empire with the Austrian Empire, it was entirely because The reason for His Majesty Franz Joseph I. Now, His Majesty Franz Joseph I has passed away, and the talent of Karl I is simply not enough to make the Austro-Hungarian Empire develop better, it will only lead us into the abyss Therefore, we absolutely cannot allow him to act recklessly!" Marquis Damen Fei Lenz had a righteous look on his face.

"Yes, we want to save the Kingdom of Hungary, and we cannot let the Kingdom of Hungary and Karl I be buried together!" Others also said.

"I think that if the Austro-Hungarian Empire is attacked by the German army, Hungary should remain neutral. After all, this is the fault of Karl I and has nothing to do with us." Marquis Damen Ferenc proposed.

"In this case, wouldn't it be a little bad?" Count East von Tissau said. After all, to some extent, such words can be regarded as betrayal.

"There is nothing wrong with this. This is all to save our country. I have already sent people to contact the Germans. As long as we remain neutral, the German army will not enter our country. Wait until the German army defeats the arrogant After Karl I, we will slowly discuss and decide the future of the Kingdom of Hungary." said Marquis Damen Ferenz.

Others thought that this method was very good. If Karl I wanted to kill himself, let him die. The Kingdom of Hungary would never be buried with him.

Prague, the capital of the Kingdom of Bohemia. The Grand Duke of Bohemia respectfully sent the German envoy out of the palace.

As a powerful country in the Austro-Hungarian Empire after Austria and Hungary, the Kingdom of Bohemia is also very strong. The king of the kingdom is also concurrently held by the emperor of Hungary. However, with the exception of diplomacy and military affairs in the central government of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, almost all other powers were in the hands of the Grand Duke of Bohemia.

"Father, are we really going to agree to the Germans' demands?" asked Carini, Prince of Bohemia.

"Apart from this, do we have other options? If we refuse, then the Germans will directly invade us. In that case, we will pay a higher price!" said the Grand Duke of Bohemia.

"However, we still have a large army. If we fight the Germans desperately, the Germans may not succeed!" Prince Carini said a little excitedly.

"No, we don't need to be buried with Karl I. He insisted on going his own way and wanted to provoke Germany. Germany is far stronger than the Austro-Hungarian Empire. If we fight against Germany, the end will be very miserable. So, agree to the Germans' request , is the best way." The Grand Duke of Bohemia said.

Prince Carlini couldn't help but frowned. In his opinion, the Germans were about to become invaders, and they should take up arms to resist.

"At that time, I will order the Bohemian army to give up resistance and let the Germans pass through our territory and march towards Vienna. Hope, everything will go well and there will be no chaos. Otherwise, this will give Bohemia The Kingdom has brought disaster," said the Grand Duke of Bohemia.

"Okay, father. But, after the Germans defeated the Austro-Hungarian Empire, will they really allow us to be independent?" Prince Carini asked.

The Grand Duke of Bohemia nodded: "The Kaiser is a man of credibility, he will not deceive us. However, after independence, the Kingdom of Bohemia, whether it is diplomatic or military We have to agree with the Germans. Otherwise, the Germans will not tolerate us."

Although, power will be subject to certain constraints. However, for the Grand Duke of Bohemia, it is also very tempting. At least, he will then be King of Bohemia, not Grand Duke. His son, too, will become the real prince of the Kingdom of Bohemia.

"Father, under the attack of the Germans, is the Austro-Hungarian Empire really powerless to fight back?" Prince Carini asked. After all, the Austro-Hungarian Empire has always claimed to be a power second only to Germany.

The Grand Duke of Bohemia nodded: "After the death of His Majesty Franz Joseph I, the Austro-Hungarian Empire has existed in name only."