My Italian: Chapter 516 Three Emperors\' Talks Part 2

"Your Majesty, Italy is very resistant to adding the United Kingdom as a target. We felt it during the previous talks."

In a room of the Palace of Sanssouci, Prime Minister Bilot is reporting the results of the previous talks to Emperor William II.

Listening to the prime minister's report, William II tapped his fingers on the table unconsciously and asked. "what else?"

"We can feel that Italy is a little afraid of the powerful navy of the United Kingdom. They think that if our country does not increase the investment of the navy, they will not agree to add Britain to the goal of the alliance treaty." It was Minister of the Navy Tirpitz who spoke.

Of course, he is happy to see Italy's request to attach importance to the navy. After all, how could he not be willing to increase the navy's funding.

Facing the words of the Minister of the Navy, William II spoke hesitantly. "Since Italy is very resistant to adding the UK to the target, can we leave it out of the conditions."

The words of William II shocked the faces of the German senior officials present, and Prime Minister Bilow even opened his mouth. "Your Majesty, please think twice."

There was also a reason why Prime Minister Bilow spoke at this time, because he knew the emperor's feelings for Britain, and the emperor had a love-hate relationship with Britain. It claimed that an armed conflict with the United Kingdom was "the most unimaginable thing", but in terms of actions, it made the German Navy's large-scale shipbuilding behavior make Britain feel like an enemy.

But in the German government and among the people, there is no such sentiment towards Britain. In their view, the British Empire was just a potential opponent of Germany, and they did not have the complicated feelings of the emperor. Therefore, for the majesty of the emperor, William paid great attention to his words in public. Of course, sometimes if you forget, the senior government officials around you also know to make up for it immediately, such as this is the case now.

"Then is there any new way for the government?"

And if he was reminded by the prime minister, let William know that he was not talking about this topic. Wilhelm II was not stupid, of course he knew the importance of binding Italy more closely. After all, senior military and political officials could share a lot of pressure from Germany on both sea and land. Especially for Italy's heroic navy, William and senior German military and political officials valued it very much. It is believed that its combat effectiveness is a little bit higher than that of Germany's own navy.

"We think we can increase support for Italy, such as granting interest-free loans, or technical support, etc..."

Faced with the emperor's inquiry, Prime Minister Bilo gave suggestions from the government.

"Our military believes that we can increase the exchange of military technology between the two countries, and the same can be done in the field of tactical research, and we can even discuss issues such as military cooperation with them."

General Mao Qi, the chief of staff, also made suggestions to the emperor on behalf of the military, and after he finished speaking, he took a special look at Tirpitz.

Wilhelm II also noticed Moltke's small actions. Obviously, for the sake of consensus, a certain party made some concessions. At present, it seems that the navy has made some kind of concessions.

Since both the government and the military strongly demanded a deepening of the alliance with the Italians, how could he, the monarch, object.

"Since you all said so, then tomorrow's talks can bring out these conditions, I think the Italians should be moved."

William II's words can be regarded as setting the tone for tomorrow's talks with the German side. Of course, the German side paid more attention to it, and it is also the result of Italy's efforts over the years. From being disliked at the beginning to being wooed now, this is the result of the substantial improvement of Italy's national strength. In this era, being weak is the original sin, and all countries implement this principle.

When the German side makes plans for tomorrow's talks, the Italian side is also doing the same thing.

"Your Majesty, the Germans in today's talks have too little sincerity and cannot meet our requirements at all."

In the room, Prime Minister Antonio reported the content of today's talks to the returning Carlo. Except for the prime minister and the king, all the important ministers of the delegation were there.

"Yes, Your Majesty, the German side has given too little sincerity. It is an enemy of the British Empire. At present, our country is not ready at all." Admiral Yagier, the Secretary of the Navy who made a big splash in the talks this time, also took the opportunity to speak.

"Admiral Yagier is right. We have no preparations. It is too early to talk about this." General Simeone, the chief of staff, also said the same.

Carlo could see that, although his important ministers said various reasons, it was obvious that this was a sign of their lack of confidence in being an enemy of Britain.

That's right, they are afraid of the majesty of the British Empire.

As for the lack of confidence of the important ministers, Carlo understands very well.

After all, over the past few hundred years, Britain has had a great reputation, and Spain, the Netherlands, France, and Russia have all tasted the consequences of the challenge. Especially in the era of Napoleon, France, which commanded the prosperity of Europe, also failed to overthrow the status of Britain. How can Italy dare to compete with the British Empire, even if the Germans share the pressure?

In the face of the worries of the important ministers, Carlo certainly needs to give a little confidence. "Everyone is right. If you want to increase the terms against the UK, then the conditions given by Germany are indeed a little less. At least the strength of the two countries in the navy needs to be strengthened. Germany needs to have at least 80% of the strength to hold back the British navy. .”

The 80% mentioned by Carlo is the result of careful calculation by the Italian Navy. In view of the situation in the Mediterranean, the Italian Navy believes that it must have an advantage when facing the French Navy and the British Mediterranean Fleet. This is the key to ensuring Italy's access to the Mediterranean Sea.

Because the Mediterranean Sea is too important, so important that if Italy loses its command of the sea, it will be tantamount to defeat. Domestic factories short of raw materials will stand still, and lack of imported food will lead to popular riots. Therefore, when facing a war, Italy first needs to consider sea control. Without command of the sea, there is no need to fight this war. Even if you suffer a little loss, you must realize this.

Facing Carlo's words, these important ministers also agreed very much, because this is the situation that Italy must face at present.

"Your Majesty, in the following talks, we will focus on Germany's containment of the British Navy. In addition, when we plan to talk with it, let Germany open up more restricted technologies, whether it is military or civilian technology. "

Prime Minister Antonio stated to Carlo the focus of the upcoming talks.

Carlo also knew the intention of the Prime Minister's words. Generally speaking, Italy seems to have a good technological development at present, and has good technologies in industries such as internal combustion engines, electric power, petrochemicals, and shipbuilding.

However, in addition to these outstanding technological industries, there are more industries in Italy that are lagging behind in technology. According to the cask theory, how much water can be filled depends on the shortest piece of wood~www.mtlnovel.com~So if Italy wants to develop healthily, it needs to make up for its shortcomings. It is very important to introduce more technology from Germany.

"There is no problem. The following talks will focus on what the Prime Minister said."

Facing the specific talks, Carlo confidently handed them over to his important ministers.

At this moment, Admiral Yagier interjected. "The Austrians can't let it go. I heard that they are also planning to build dreadnoughts."

Admiral Simeone, who knew the elegant meaning by listening to the dazzling sound, immediately spoke. "Do you want to include it in the command in the future?"

"I have this idea. After all, Austria-Hungary is also a Mediterranean country. Only by concentrating strength can we defeat possible powerful enemies in the future."

Well, the admiral turned his attention to the Austrians.

"Also added to the upcoming talks."

Facing Admiral Yagier's suggestion, Carlo also agreed.

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