Chapter 943 Illogical

In Tokyo, after receiving news of Austria's meddling in Philippine affairs, Emperor Meiji held an imperial meeting overnight.

No way, this is the deterrent power of the top powers. Like most ordinary people in this era, Emperor Meiji also suffered from "foreign" fear.

Just challenging Spain, Emperor Meiji was very uneasy, and if you come to Austria again, life will really be impossible.

Don't look at the very smooth development of this southward strategy. The Spaniards were even more useless than expected. In just over a month, the Japanese army occupied a small half of the Philippines, which can be described as a brilliant victory.

But this is only on the surface, the Japanese army's triumphant advance just caught Spain by surprise. In essence, Spain's comprehensive strength is still higher than Japan's.

No matter how powerful the Meiji Restoration is, it has only developed for more than 20 years, which is incomparable with the century-old accumulation of the old empire.

Of course, since it dares to be a challenger, the Japanese government also has its own advantages. For example, it is closer to the mainland, and the military has stronger combat effectiveness and higher morale.

Having an advantage in the military does not mean everything will be fine. As the first to challenge the existence of a white country, Japan has fallen behind in terms of political diplomacy.

It is enough to fight alone, the key is that there is not even a single solidarity. It can be said that it is more isolated than France; on the other hand, Spain has at least gained sympathy from the European world.

The interference of foreign powers has become the biggest risk of this southward movement. Even if it was just a trivial matter, Emperor Meiji did not dare to take it lightly.

Ito Bowen analyzed: "Your Majesty, don't worry. Austria is busy with the European War, so it shouldn't really want to intervene in Philippine affairs.

We went south this time under the banner of an invitation from Britain and France, and it is normal for the Austrians to be wary.

Just at this time, the Nanyang Chinese came to the door, and they came along with the boat to try to determine whether we had any signs of continuing south.

General Youpeng of Shanxian County did a very good job, and he decisively chose to retreat without causing conflict. Now the Austrians should be relieved. "

Without much thought, the Japanese army entered Nanyang at the invitation of Britain and France, and at first glance it was directed at the Austrian Nanyang. Although the Japanese government explained it after the fact, it would also cause dissatisfaction in Austria.

The powers must have tempers. It is normal to create a little obstacle and take a little revenge.

Dashanyan asked: "Ito-kun, this is a shame for the Japanese Empire, how can it be called good?

Today Austria comes, and we have to make concessions; tomorrow, when Britain and France come, shall we make concessions?

Step back, step back. The ambitions of the foreign powers are so used to it. If you don't learn to say no to the foreign powers, the Empire of Japan will never truly stand up!

Don't say temptation or temptation, Austria has never taken us seriously, and the Vienna government will not bother at all.

I think most of it is the personal behavior of a diplomat. Whether the Austrian government knows about this is an unknown.

Austria is not yet the hegemon of the European continent, and it is so domineering. If they win the war, will they directly let us withdraw from the Philippines?

I suggest ignoring the unreasonable demands of the Austrians, handle this incident toughly, and show the outside world our tough stance on the outside world.

Anyway, the European Continental War is going on so tragically, it is impossible for the Austrians to push us to the opposite side at this time. "

Failing to grab the position of the head coach and being forced to stay at the base camp to do planning, that's all, the key is the strategy formulated by the base camp, and it becomes completely unrecognizable when it reaches the front line.

Facing the number one veteran of the Japanese Army, Youpeng in Shanxian County, Dashanyan had no choice but to endure it, but he was still full of anger.

Now that this incident happened again, naturally I couldn't help but vent. Moreover, his identity also requires him to be tough on the outside, otherwise how can he establish prestige in the army?

What's more, there is no problem with his analysis. In a short period of time, Austria really has no time to worry about the Southeast Asia region. Even if it is done too much, it is impossible to come to liquidate immediately.

As for reckoning after the autumn, can't you still hold your thighs? The Royal Navy is in full swing. As long as the British do not agree, it will be difficult for Austria to make a difference even if it wants to settle accounts in the autumn.

Ito Bowen rubbed his forehead. This kind of well-founded rebuttal was the most troublesome, but he didn't want to offend Austria.

The Japanese army was trained by the French and had a fascinated confidence in France, but Ito Hirobumi, a politician, did not see it that way.

The scale of the European Continental War is huge, and the combat effectiveness of the troops is important, but more depends on the overall national strength.

In the eyes of many politicians, France has lost from the moment the war was in a state of anxiety. Just when Ito Bowen was tangled, a shocking news came.

"Your Majesty, just received a telegram that the Russians have declared war on France!"

Emperor Meiji also didn't care about self-restraint, grabbed the telegram from the attendant, and quickly browsed it.

Although they don't know what happened, everyone knows that the disputed issue just now does not need to be continued. From the moment the Russians entered the war, France was powerless.

Possible victory and doomed victory are two different concepts. When they are not sure that Austria will win, there are still people who dare to gamble; now that the overall situation has been decided, everyone has to be concerned about the attitude of the future hegemon of the European continent.

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In London, George, who had returned without success, just got off the ship when he received this bad news. There was no time to rest, so he hurried to the palace to attend the royal meeting.

It's so big that Queen Victoria, who doesn't care much about politics, can't sit still now.

At this moment, the elderly Queen Victoria asked in a trembling voice: "According to your opinion, the monarch should not interfere in politics. In recent years, I have been rarely involved in politics.

The big and small matters of the empire are left to you to handle. But who can tell me why the international situation has developed to this point? "

The struggle between monarchical power and prime ministerial power is not uncommon throughout the ages. The world only knows that Queen Victoria rarely engages in politics, but it is also the result of a power struggle.

Since the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria has lost a powerful political arm and has gradually become powerless in the power struggle.

However, Queen Victoria was not an easy-going person. Seeing that she could not suppress the cabinet, she decisively chose to retreat.

On the one hand, it reduces political involvement, and on the other hand, it firmly controls the power and does not let go. In short, I can delegate power to you, but I also have the right to take it back.

This is also the reason why Edward VII can reshape the monarchy in the future. After all, power has always been in the hands of the royal family, but it is usually useless.

In contrast, the later King of England will not be able to. Since George V gave up power, it can never be regained.

Faced with the Queen's questioning, everyone bowed their heads. Everyone knew that a crisis was coming, not just Britain's, but theirs as well. If it is not handled properly, everyone's political life will be over.

As the person directly responsible, Foreign Secretary George bravely stepped forward and explained: "Queen, the Russians' declaration of war on France was too sudden and completely illogical.

In recent years, Austria has developed so fast that it has become a giant before we can suppress it.

The main reason for this error is that successive governments have a false consensus that Austria is not a problem.

Geographically, Austria is sandwiched between France and Russia, blocking both the French's eastward approach and the Russians' westward approach.

The seeds of the crisis have already been planted. In theory, the stronger Austria is, the more hostile it will be from France and Russia. As long as we push from behind the scenes, France and Russia will join forces.

Based on this judgment, we have always focused on France and Russia. You know, both France and Russia are restless, the French are often jumping up and down, and the Russians are directly invading Afghanistan..."

Before George could finish speaking, Queen Victoria interrupted strongly: "I don't care whether it conforms to your logic or not, in short, the Russians have now declared war on France.

Your so-called Franco-Russian plan to check and balance Austria is a piece of shit, not even shit.

What's even more ridiculous is that this continental war is still promoted by you. I still remember your sworn promises that you would use this war to lose both Fao and strike two enemies at the same time.

You can see the result now. The mission was halfway through, successfully weakening the French. If nothing else, post-war France will no longer be a threat to us.

Does it sound great? Britain's old enemy has been killed, and you are all heroes of Britain.

But is this what we need? Without the French, who will balance Austria for us and count on the Russians?

Are you sure that they want to go west and compete with Austria for European hegemony, not south to compete with us for India? "

Whether the continental balance was broken and Austria became the new hegemon, or the Russian invasion of India was the greatest threat to Britain.

Anyone with discernment knows that since the Russians declared war on the French at this time, it must have been Russia and Austria that reached an agreement.

There is only one hegemon on the European continent. Austria has now become a general trend. The Vienna government will definitely not give in on this issue, so it can only be that the strategic direction of the Russians has changed.

With the vast glaciers in Siberia, even if the Russians wanted to go east, they couldn't get past it. At least until there is no railway, they cannot support their ambitions.

Not to mention the north, the Nordic Federation is just a hedgehog, or the kind that doesn't have much meat, obviously not a hairy bear's dish.

Looking around, in addition to going west and fighting Austria for hegemony on the European continent, there is only one way to go south to capture India.

The queen who turned into a big troll is invincible, and no one dares to go up against the bad at this time.

Explanation is a cover-up. Things have already happened, regardless of whether they are reasonable or not, they are all facts. If you feel unreasonable, it can only mean that your brain is not enough.

Maybe it's enough spray, or maybe it's old age and exhausted. After venting her anger, Queen Victoria slowed down and asked, "Prime Minister, what are you going to do next?"

It's impossible to deal with it in person, it's a mess right now, and it could explode at any time. The responsibility must be borne by this government, which is why the Gladstone cabinet has not been overthrown.

"Queen, the Russians' entry into the war happened so suddenly, we don't know what happened in the middle. The most urgent task is to find out the reasons for this, and then find a specific way to keep the French.

The government has already acted, and has persuaded a dozen neutral countries to join us in mediating this war. "

It is true that he has won more than a dozen neutral countries, but unfortunately, there are preconditions for this. What the London government promised everyone was that Britain and Russia would lead the formation of an interference alliance.

At this stage, even if countries continue to fulfill their promises, it is of no use. This

Years do not mean that a country has more right to speak. The key is to look at its strength.

Let a small country mediate this war, and you may be scared to pee at the negotiating table. The foreign powers play hooligans, but not everyone dares to accept them.

Not to mention, European countries can't count on it anyway. As long as the Anti-French Alliance gives a little warning, everyone will follow their hearts.

Naturally, Queen Victoria would not be satisfied with this unreliable plan, and said coldly: "Yes, then may God bless Britain. I hope the French can last a little longer and give you the opportunity to take action. ."

The plan is unreliable and unreliable, but something is better than nothing. Before there is a better way, you can only use it first.