Tsarist Russia: Please Call Me Your Majesty The Tsar

The Tsarist Russian Empire and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, although still in war.

However, from the beginning the two sides never really declared war on each other. It's just that it's actually in a state of war.

Under the threat and oppression of the Germanic Empire, the army of the Tsarist Russian Empire stopped its offensive, and put the main offensive direction on the side of the Ottoman Empire.

The Austro-Hungarian Empire also began to lick its wounds. Although they re-sent a large number of troops to the front line. However, many of these recruits have not even been able to complete the training. It is natural to imagine how much combat power one can have.

Therefore, even if the main force of the Tsarist Russian Empire Army was invested in the attack on the Ottoman Empire. The Austro-Hungarian Empire did not take the initiative to launch an offensive, nor did it plan to regain its place. I'm afraid that if the counterattack fails, it will be defeated by the Tsarist Russian Empire again. Then, the consequences are very dangerous. At the same time, he will be slapped in the face again.

Especially the Austro-Hungarian Empire was very nervous when they learned that the Tsarist Russian Army had easily defeated the Ottoman Empire on the Balkan Peninsula.

Once the Ottoman Empire was also defeated. Then, the Tsarist Russian Empire can deploy more 240 troops to deal with them at any time.

This made the whole of the Austro-Hungarian Empire less nervous.

Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria hoped to end this damn war with the Russian Empire as soon as possible.

Of course, the Austro-Hungarian Empire suffered heavy losses on the battlefield, and even the Crown Prince Ferdinand was captured by the Tsarist Russian Empire. For the Tsarist Russian Empire, Franz Joseph I naturally hated it to death. Of course he wanted to defeat the Russian Empire if he could.

However, that's for later.

Now they must try their best to end this war as soon as possible, and then they can quickly stabilize the domestic situation. Then, we will try our best to revive our armaments. In the future, if the time is right, it will be a shame to start a war with the Tsarist Russian Empire again.

Austria-Hungary, Vienna, Royal Palace.

Imperial Foreign Minister, Baron Bell Hydold, is about to take a train to Berlin to hold peace talks with Tsarist Russian Imperial Foreign Minister Izvorsky. Before leaving, Baron Bell Hydold asked Emperor Franz Joseph I for instructions on the bottom line of the negotiation.

"Your Majesty, the Russians are already on the road (aceb). It is estimated that they will arrive in Bolin in two or three days. I must set off immediately." Baron Bell Hydold said.

"Your Excellency the Baron, this time it will be hard for you. However, I hope that you can preserve the interests of the empire as much as possible during the negotiations. The Germans will stand by our side, put pressure on the Russians, and support us." Lanz Joseph I said.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Baron Bell Hydold nodded.

However, they are very clear, as losers on the battlefield. It is undoubtedly very difficult for them to get back what they lost on the battlefield at the negotiating table. Even with the support of the Germans, the same is true.

After all, you need to be hard to strike iron!

"The Russians have occupied a large area of ​​our territory, and the Russians must be allowed to withdraw from these territories. In addition, a large number of our troops have been captured by the Russians, and they need to be rescued, including His Royal Highness the Crown Prince." Franz Joseph I continued.

"Yes, Your Majesty. However, the Russians will definitely take the opportunity to propose some harsh conditions. Even if the Germans are on our side, it is impossible for the Russians to completely give up those conditions. After all, we failed on the battlefield." Baron Bell Hydold reminded.

Since ancient times, it has been a matter of course and practice for the loser to cede land and pay compensation. The same is true even if the Austro-Hungarian Empire is supported by the Germanic Empire.

Franz Joseph I thought for a while, and then said: "We must not lose the land. It is even more impossible to talk about war reparations. We and the Russians have not declared war. This war can even be said to be a war." A conflict. Only on a slightly larger scale. Of course, we can pay the Russians an indemnity.11

Even at this time, Franz Joseph I still wanted to save the face of himself and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and was unwilling to admit defeat.

Otherwise, it would be a heavy blow to Franz Joseph I and the prestige of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. As a result, it will also seriously affect the internal stability of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

"Yes, Your Majesty, I understand!" Baron Bell Hydold nodded repeatedly.

"In addition, you need to speed up the progress, and you can't let the peace talks drag on for too long. The Russians are gaining victory quickly in the Balkan Peninsula. The Ottomans have been completely defeated and will soon be unable to hold on. Once the Russians completely win If they win the war, they will have more room to maneuver. That will be even more detrimental to us." Franz Joseph I said.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Baron Bell Hydoud replied.

There is no doubt that going to Berlin to participate in the peace talks this time is undoubtedly a shame for the diplomats of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

But what can they do?

Who let their country lose in battle?

Under such circumstances, it is natural to let them clean up the mess.

Afterwards, Baron Bell Hydold and other diplomats set off from Vienna to Berlin by special train.

The railways of the Germanic Empire and the Austro-Hungarian Empire were very developed, and the railways were connected. Therefore, although Baron Bell Hydold set off much later than Izvorsky, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Tsarist Russian Empire. However, he still arrived in Berlin before Izivorski.

After arriving in Berlin, Baron Belligidold called on the Prime Minister of the Germanic Empire, Schillings Faith, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bernhard von Bülow, hoping to obtain their support.

Of course the Germans stated that they would stand behind them and put pressure on the Russians. After all, they are allies. At the same time, the Germanic Empire is naturally unwilling to see the rise of the Tsarist Russian Empire, and wants to contain the rise of the Tsarist Russian Empire.

The next day, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Tsarist Russian Empire, Izvorsky, also rushed to Bolin.

After a night's rest, the negotiations between the two sides began.

Bernhard von Bülow, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the German Empire, presided over the peace negotiations this time. Baron Bell Hidold and Izvorski represented the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Tsarist Russian Empire respectively, and attended this peace negotiation. .