"Although I am the President of France, although I am unwilling to be the German stolen French territory in the Franco-Prussian War. But I know what it means to admit reality. We cannot defeat Germany in the best situation, and even paid a greater price in this war than the Franco-Prussian War. For this reason, we even died a generation of people in battle! As the President of France, I will take responsibility for my mistakes. But at the same time, I must also consider France in the future. Although I am unwilling to admit it, I have to tell you clearly that France will not take the initiative to act on Germany at any time in the future!"

"As for whether we believe the promises of the Germans, what do we say? At least so far, the Germans have kept their promises. Judging from the current actions of the United States and Germany, Germany's promises to your country are also fulfilling. As for what if the Germans breach the contract? That's just an assumption that France will consider this matter when formulating its own strategy, but will never commit countermeasures before the other party breaches the contract." Speaking of this, Armand was already very impatient.

"I think if we want to discuss economic and trade relations between the two countries, then we can continue to communicate, but if it is an alliance or military matter, I think it is not appropriate now. France does not need war. If you don't have any new suggestions, I think we can end this talk." Armand finally said.

"Is it really good for us to refuse Americans like this?" After the talks, Prime Minister Ribo said with some concern: "If we are now silly with the Americans, we can at least get some financial assistance. As for the military, we can also provide some surplus materials or technology to exchange for the funds we are urgently needed now."

"If we only look at the economic perspective, our cooperation with the Americans can indeed help us solve many problems in the short term. But have you ever thought about what the Germans would think if the United States and France were too close at this time? Now, the negotiations between France and Germany have not yet begun. We don't know what price the Germans finally offer, and there are even few countermeasures. Our status is actually no different from that of the British, but the Germans have some kindness towards us."

"The Allied system collapses, and the rift between the United States and Germany will become bigger and bigger. At this time, it is a very bad choice to approach the Americans! It may even cause fierce reactions from the Germans! And to be honest, I don't think the US-French alliance is meaningless. The long distance makes the Americans' so-called military guarantees for France a joke! Since that's the case, why do we still want this alliance?" President Armand expressed his true thoughts.

"Then do you think the so-called goodwill of the Germans can reach our bottom line? What should we do if we can't?" Prime Minister Ribo asked.

"To be honest, we have no way, at least in the current situation. Remember, even if one day the United States, Britain and Russia form a new Allied nation, France must not stand opposite Germany until Germany really falls! Because, even if the new Allied nation wins in the end, France will become a scorched earth! Because we are too close to Germany!" President Armand said.

"Are you too pessimistic?" Prime Minister Ribo said.

"It's not pessimistic. If Germany could only be considered a European hegemon before, then now, after the expansion, Germany has the foundation to become a world hegemon. Its conditions are better than Britain, second only to the United States. Can you imagine how powerful Germany, which has more than 1.5 million square kilometers of land in the core area of ​​the world of Central Europe, and has an area of ​​no less than its own allies? Of course, the most important thing is that these two major powers have a very good leader." President Armand said.

"You mean Crown Prince Ruprecht?" Prime Minister Ribo asked.

"That's right, although he was an enemy, I have to say that he was a strategic genius in Europe that was rare in a century! His wisdom and ability surpassed all of our contemporaries, and our strategies and strategies are not worth mentioning in front of him. And he now has enough power to realize his plans and attempts. He owns the Kingdom of Bavaria and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and can have a significant impact on German politics. Under his operation, the possibility of Germany's future failure is very low! Americans can protect themselves, but it is very difficult to defeat Germany and Austria in Europe, Africa or West Asia. And as a European country, we at least cannot have evil with such a hegemon, right?" said President Armand.

"But France can't rely on others, right?" Prime Minister Ribo was still a little unwilling.

"Look at the situation, Crimontso is coming back. He should have brought the German proposal. We will discuss this matter after we come back." President Armand sighed and said.

At the same time, in the car back to the place to stay, Taft was extremely angry at the French's uncooperation attitude. "I feel that the majesty of the United States of America has been insulted! In essence, there is no essential difference between the Germans, French and British. They underestimated the power of the United States! They regarded the kindness of the United States as showing weakness! I never thought that Britain and France, who had reached the end of their lives, dared to reject the kindness of the United States! This is simply difficult to understand!"

"Perhaps, the French were indeed scared by the German blades. In this world, besides money and national strength, it depends on force after all." Wilson sighed and said.

"Yes, the national and financial resources of the United States have reached the peak of this world, but we have not proved the strength of the United States on the battlefield! I have finally understood President Roosevelt's idea. The Pacific War must be fought, not only to retaliate against Japan, but also to let other powers see the strength of the United States! If we can put in enough capital to prove that we can protect France, then today's talks will definitely not be the result!" Taft said.

Until now, Taft finally understood the essence of President Roosevelt's words and the big stick in his hand! Sometimes, threat is a more effective means than persuasion!

"So what should we do next? Our diplomatic results with major European countries are almost zero. Why don't we go to the Apennines to check it out?" Wilson asked.

"Italians? Haha, they can be called great powers because of diplomatic etiquette!" Even though Taft's diplomatic activity was very failed this time, he would not try his luck with Italy, because Italy would not bring any benefits to the United States at all!

"Let's continue to stay in Germany and see what's going on." Taft said at last.
Chapter completed!