Rebirth of the Spanish Empire

"The German Empire is a European power, and this power is very difficult to shake on the European continent. Therefore, regarding our relationship with the German Empire, we cannot underestimate the other party just because we have a bad relationship with them. Therefore, for Prime Minister Katsura Taro If so, I don’t think this is a good suggestion.”

Dumelo's rebuttal attitude made everyone present frown. In fact, everyone frowned not because of Gaston Doumergue's unreasonable attitude, but because of his very firm attitude, which deeply surprised everyone present. After all, this was completely different from before. Things are different. In the past, Gaston Doumergue was known for his gentleness. He had always traveled among major countries. Everyone understood that this would be more conducive to improving France and these countries. Relationship.

However, Doumergue like this has already explained a problem. Is France really going to change?

Many people secretly glanced at Charles, who was sitting next to the French Prime Minister, but to their disappointment, Chavez seemed to be in a trance and did not hear anything.

Katsura blushed a little and stared at the French Prime Minister opposite him.

"This guy has been wooing me all the time. He said all kinds of nice things, but now he is directly confronting me. When did the Gallic Chicken start to raise its head again? By the way, it must be Resolving the relationship with Spain will give France the courage to refute itself, even if it offends itself. Obviously, it no longer takes the Empire of Japan seriously."

When had Katsura Taro ever been so angry? Even when facing Asquith, Prime Minister of the British Empire, the world's largest country, others would be friendly to him.

But now, this guy is actually fighting with me. Do the Gallic chickens still think that they are the most powerful country in Europe during the Napoleonic era?

"No, I think there is indeed a place in the German Empire where we should treat them with a tougher attitude. A different attitude. If we give it to the other side, we will have different countermeasures. If we, the two world powers, don't put pressure on each other now , then after our meeting is over, we may get a quick result. Germany may even take direct action to confront us. For example, will William II directly deploy not far outside Paris? With a strength of 4 to 50,000, whether they will directly continue to send troops and mobilize generals into Italy, etc. These are all unknowns for us now. Therefore, if we can make a strong statement at this time, we will treat Germany The empire can achieve a certain level of threat. This is what we need most at the moment and what we should implement most."

"But, if we do this, then will the German Empire become angry and directly upgrade its strategy, and then, because it is forced to retreat, will it be a desperate act? If this is the case, then, in the end, Who will be responsible for the losses?" Gaston Doumergue suddenly said with a vigilant look, "Could we, France or Tsarist Russia, directly let your citizens come to the side of the German Empire and let them do whatever they want? launch an attack, and then these so-called citizens of the Imperial Japanese Empire [kill] them all, burn them all, rob them all, and still have strong light?”

yes! Everyone present was stunned, and then looked at Katsura Taro with vigilant twilight. They suddenly realized, yes, if a war breaks out between their own country and other countries such as the German Empire, then their own country will win. Afterwards, there will be heavy losses, but won’t the German Empire?

Naturally, if the fight is fierce, then in the end, both Jianhui and Jianhui will lose. Japan, because the country is in the Far East, and Germany only has a few colonies in the Far East, will naturally be unable to maintain a strong navy in this area. The existence of Japan no longer poses any pressure. In fact, Japan, a country that the world has long known about, may swallow these colonies of the German Empire because of this. After all, when the world's major powers were at war in Europe, how could they care about these colonies? They wished that Japan would send troops to defeat these German troops and drag Japan into the water. This would not give Japan the chance to help Germany.

Everyone can understand that Katsura Taro is not stupid. In fact, he does have this idea. However, now that it has been exposed in front of everyone, he should naturally know what to do. Otherwise, you will become a target. Thinking of this possibility, his expression changed drastically and he said: "Although I have to admit that I feel a little ashamed that I didn't consider this when I said it just now, but I still think that we should try our best to treat the German Empire."

After speaking, he looked at Asquith for help, hoping that the other party would come to his rescue.

And Asquith lived up to his expectations, saying: "The German Empire naturally needs to suppress it. After all, William II's actions over the years have been seen. However, at other levels, certain measures are also needed. We cannot Let Germany think that they have no way out and start a stubborn confrontation with us. This will be of no benefit to anyone.”

"No benefit? I think there is a benefit in how big it is."

An unexpected voice suddenly came out, making everyone present startled. This was substantively questioning the host, Asquith, the prime minister of Britain, the world's largest country. This was not standing on someone else's territory. Or just give people a few slaps in the face?

Everyone looked curiously at the location where the sound came from. Finally, everyone saw that Chavez, who had been listless just now, was now full of energy, and he was no longer the same as before. .

Asquith's face was calm, but his heart was a little uneasy. Over the years, since he took this position, except for the former King Edward VII of England, he had not met anyone who dared to do this to him for a long time. This is what Chavez said, and his attitude has deeply touched his nerves.

So he said with an angry smile: "I don't know, Spanish Prime Minister Mr. Chavez, what do you think?" "

Chavez pretended not to see it, and said to Japanese Prime Minister Katsura Taro in a stern tone: "The German Empire's outrage will naturally have nothing to do with Japan. Yes, wait a minute. You don't have to say it. If you think you mean it, wait a minute." After I finish speaking, you can speak again, or you can just be perfunctory.

I also respect and like Japan very much. Really, it is admirable to think about how much effort a country has made from a backward closed country to become the largest power in Asia. The relationship between Westernized Japan and the Western world has been deeply involved. To put it bluntly, even the United States is not as deeply involved in the interests of these countries as Japan is when it comes to integrating into Europe. Secretary Bryan, you should think so."

Brian smiled like a gentleman. Obviously, in front of the people present, this no longer required any mask, so he replaced his agreement with silence, obviously acquiescing.

Katsura naturally understood that his anger just now was caused by Chavez's direct guidance. He was wondering what kind of attitude this guy had.

However, the truth emerged just as he thought. .

"However, Japan still has an existence that even the United States cannot match, that is, Japan is a unified nation-state, and this country is also an existence that has the tendency to yearn for all the empires in Europe, and Japan has already completed the Korean Peninsula and other Basic rule has been established, so Japan should be preparing for the next stage. I just don’t know in which direction Japan is going to develop. I don’t know. Mr. Katsura Taro, Prime Minister of Japan, can you explain Japan’s foreign policy to everyone, and what is the follow-up to it? Have the relations between our countries developed? Of course, you don’t have to say it. However, the countries present may not care so much about a series of suggestions put forward by your country on the issue of intimacy and alienation. Everyone. Do you think so?”

"That's right." Dumelo's voice was as expected by everyone, "Each country's interests are different. It should be about interests, but we need to talk openly and honestly. After all, for example, if we are like the German Empire, If there is a falling out, the German Empire will definitely not attack the United States first. After all, it is across the Atlantic Ocean, so it will definitely attack a neighboring country like France first. This touches on the imbalance of interests, so we should look at everyone's opinions. "

Chavez said: "If the countries represented by those present have a gap that is difficult to bridge, then our meeting here will be just a formality. On practical issues, even if a certain agreement is reached, When the time comes to return to each country, due to different interests, the country's desire to execute will not be strong. Let me explain first, I am not a country that talks about one thing. I have a superior above me, so if I find If it is not in the interest of Spain, it will be difficult for me to force the government to implement it. Oh, by the way, as the British Prime Minister, I should be able to, right, Mr. Prime Minister Asquith?"

"You?" Asquith pointed at Chavez, and for a moment he didn't know how to answer. Even though he was usually extremely shrewd, he was so angry that he vomited blood at this moment.

He is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, but he is not the King of the United Kingdom. If he says something now, he can completely make the decision. Although there are heads of state and translators from various countries, there is no guarantee that these people have not left the United Kingdom yet. Here Notes of all the contents of the meeting have been sent to the heads of states. So, when the time comes, will the British royal family make it easy for him so easily? So, he kind of shut down and just stared at Chavez. (To be continued...)

ps: The second update, there is another update.