Ferdinand likes the navy, especially those tall and mighty battleships! The Austro-Hungarian Navy in history was already shabby, and only the Radez-class quasi-fair and joint force-class battleships could be shown off. However, if this **** was not available, these two-class battleships would probably be difficult to produce, so the blue memories left to the Austrians in the end were probably those shore defense gunboats and small cruisers.

**** likes the navy very much. In addition to the orders of Emperor Ao, a close visit to the German fleet is also a relatively important reason. After many war tests and baptisms, it has become a consensus among all countries that the German warships have been superior in performance. Most of the current German warships come from the design bureaus under the prince in front of him. As two naval enthusiasts, the crown prince believes that this meeting will definitely be unforgettable.

But what does it mean? Ideals are beautiful, reality is cruel. When he stood in Port Bola and looked at the German fleet gradually sailing in the distance, he only had the word "depression". The reason was very simple. Compared with the current German fleet, the Austro-Hungarian Navy was simply a beggar, too cold... The best warships in the Austro-Hungarian Empire were not as good as the German Munich-class armored cruisers! It is said that the Germans are eliminating this class of warships, and it won't take long to go. These 7,000-ton warships will either be sold at a low price or exist as training ships...

Ruprecht still attached great importance to his most important ally. After all, Ferdinand was the crown prince of an empire, and his status was obviously lower than that of the other party. Under the order of the prince, the visiting fleet honestly followed the steps to give the Austro-Hungarian Empire enough face. In full view of everyone, Ruprecht walked down the gangway and first showed his respect for Prince Ferdinand and the enemy country behind him!

"Welcome to Bora, my brother!" Ferdinand whispered in his ears as both sides hugged. This made the prince stunned, because the prince who had not specifically checked the genealogy did not know how much Bavarian blood Ferdinand was. Maybe both sides were really cousins!

"It must be very busy during this period, right? After wandering around Italy, British, and Turks, I came to Austria again." On the way back, Crown Prince Ferdinand suddenly said this.

"It's very busy, but it's finally worth it. It's done something and warned some people." The prince replied calmly with a smile.

"Warning the Italians? Ruprecht, you should have known that Italy is a capricious country, and it is not worth the effort to form an alliance with them. The so-called Three Kingdoms alliance actually has only two countries." Ferdinand said.

"Yes, we warned him that we use economic and armored exports as threats, and we need Italy to show an attitude. Italy is indeed not trustworthy, but it has to be said that its position is important. Even if they cannot help us, at least they cannot take the other side. Beating is necessary, but it cannot be completely disastrous." The prince replied.

"So, while you stabilize Italy, you chose Türkiye as the next ally option?" The Crown Prince roughly made a line.

“No one in the world thinks they have few friends.”

"But Turkey is not qualified to be our ally. He is too weak and too backward. He is hopelessly corrupt. Even the nobles of Europe are discussing when this kingdom will collapse, but you, you hope to rescue him. This is not in our interest." The crown prince tried to vent his dissatisfaction in a peaceful tone, but the prince still saw the clues from his expression.

"Your country does not border Turkey. If Turkey continues to decline, then who will these legacy fall into the end? Maybe it is Serbia, maybe Bulgaria, or Greece, but it is definitely not in the hands of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Do you think so?"

"Serbia, this Balkan troublemaker, has never stopped infiltration and subversion of your country Bosnia and Herzegovina, but your country cannot kill this clown because of the Russians. Turkey has not caused any obstacles to your country, and his collapse is not good for you."

"On the contrary, the Austro-Hungarian Empire and Turkey have a common enemy, that is, Russia, which is our biggest enemy. As long as we can defeat Russia, it will not only be the Balkans, but also the entire Eastern Europe will open its doors to us. For this goal, what's wrong with us joining forces with Türkiye?" the prince asked back.

"But the addition of Türkiye cannot change anything. His strength is too weak, even far less than Italy!" the crown prince retorted.

"But geographical advantages make Turkey indispensable! Only when Turkey stands on our side can we completely block Russia's path to obtaining foreign aid! Just this is purely true, Turkey is more important than two Italy! Russia with foreign aid cannot defeat! Do you think this reason is irrefutable?" The prince's reason is irrefutable. After all, Turkey's geographical advantages can be seen from the map.

"I can say that if Russia's foreign channels were not cut off, the German Empire would never have fought with Russia. I mean that, and that's what His Majesty William meant!"

The prince's words have already shown his attitude. If you want Germany to support Austro-Hungary, the most basic condition is that Turkey must join the German and Austrian side. This also means that the Austro-Hungary Empire cannot take any hostile actions against Turkey. If you dare to violate it, then everyone will break up and deal with Russia yourself! Of course, this statement is made up by the prince himself now, but in a short time, Austro-Hungary will not go to Berlin to ask the German emperor... It is considered a period of time to fool it.

"This..." Ferdinand was speechless for a moment. He did not expect that Germany would be so determined to protect Turkey. Once the strong side in the alliance made up their minds, the weak side could only choose to obey. Moreover, the biggest trouble for Austro-Hungary is Serbia and the Russia behind it. After all, the former began to usurp the Serbians in the Austro-Hungary and make independence, and Türkiye is still harmless to Austro-Hungary.

"This choice is not difficult, isn't it?" The prince did not continue to worry about this matter. "What's more, we provide Turkey with industrial products and technology to exchange for Turkey's agricultural products and resources. The Kingdom of Bavaria will monopolize Turkey's arms industry, and your country can also get a piece of the pie!" The prince gave out an olive branch, and the crown prince on the opposite side was not easy to say anything. Friends who take into account the interests of all parties are always so rare. Although Germany's actions made Austro-Hungary a little dissatisfied, they gave some compensation after all.
Chapter completed!