Chapter 539
"Haha, since our Ruprecht thinks he is more capable of dealing with various threats and gaining more rights from the empire, then well, let's play a small game to see if this war breaks out in the Far East will go as far as the prince said. If the facts prove that he is right, I don't mind supporting his actions." William II looked at the prince's handwritten letter, and then listened to Tirpitz's report in detail.
"What do you need me to do with your majesty?" Tirpitz used a respectful attitude to conceal his shock, because this time, William II was definitely not talking about it. He was surprised that the German Emperor actually trusted and relied on this future Bavarian ****.
"This matter has nothing to do with you anymore. We just need to wait now, waiting for the war between Japan and Russia. At that time, I will invite Ruprecht to Berlin and enjoy this war that has made Russia weaken!" William II said with a smile.
"Your Majesty, are you all this serious or just a joke?" Tirpitz said his doubts after careful consideration. In his opinion, the emperor was really out of line. Although he didn't know what the letter was and how much the prince wanted, this kind of decision based on bets was still a bit too hasty.
"Do you think I'm joking? Look at my words are joking?" The German Emperor's face changed slightly. "Do you think I have to rely on the suggestions you put forward in everything I do? I'm wrong, all wrong. Whether it's you or Schrieffin, your suggestions are just references. The final decision is in my hands. I'm at a higher position than you, and I can feel the dangers facing this country! In the future, Germany will face the attacks of Britain, France and Russia. But neither you nor Schrieffin can give me a practical solution to this problem. Schrieffin's plan for nearly ten years has not been effective, and even the General Staff cannot pass. Your risk fleet strategic plan is more like an intimidation plan, without considering the issue of war between the two sides fighting once a war begins. I'm asking you now, how will the High Seas Fleet act if the British Royal Fleet implements a ocean blockade? Can you answer me?"
"Your Majesty, it is impossible for the British to concentrate their fleets in the North Sea. They have long maritime transportation lines to protect. Moreover, as the world's largest maritime power, all inferior maritime powers are its opponents." Tirpitz said.
"Go to yours, all your opponents!" The furious German emperor threw a document on the table before Tirpitz! "Just three days ago, the British and French, the country that had been enemies since the age of the Sun King, actually signed a document called the sincere agreement! They want to maintain a shaky position, and the target they are aiming at is us! The German Empire! And all your plans are based on the continued hostility between Britain and France!"
"Do you know? Both Britain and France hope to let Russia fail. After the failure, Russia will be bought by Britain and France with gold and silver, and then stand on their side to fight us. Think about it, how terrible Russia will be with Britain and France? You and the army's plans are all gone. As early as a few years ago, Ruprecht once described this horrifying fact to me, and I just used it as a joke, but now, I find that you and I are the biggest jokes! I need someone who can help me solve my problems, not those who can only talk big all day long. Ruprecht is one, Moltke is the other half, Tirpitz, I don't have high requirements, can you become the other half?" asked the German Emperor!
"Your Majesty, I disappoint you." Tirpitz said in fear and trepidation.
"Then try to do what you should do!" After the German Emperor finished speaking, he signaled that the latter could leave. The alliance between Britain, France and Russia posed too great a threat to Germany and Austria. In history, the German Emperor had actually avoided fighting with Britain. He did not think that the German Navy could fight against the British Royal Navy. The key to William II's agreement to fight a war was trust in the army, believing that the German Army could solve France in a short time and then deal with Russia. At the same time, he also realized that as time goes by, Russia will become stronger and stronger, and the balance of strength will develop seriously in a direction that is unfavorable to Germany and Austria. Therefore, the further we drag, the less chance of victory in the war is.
In this plane, because of the existence of the time traveler, the German Emperor realized that the war could not be quickly decided, and it was almost impossible to solve France on the ninth day of the war! Therefore, William II was confused. He did not know how Britain fought in the future, nor did he know where Germany's chances of victory were. So he now wanted a person who fell into the water and tried his best to find someone who could solve these problems. Ruprecht was attracted by the German Emperor because of his previous performance. When no one else could do it, William II wanted to see how the prince's real abilities were! If possible, then naturally he would participate more in the decision-making!
"Well, Ruprecht, since you want to play this game, let's play it together. I'll ask two questions first, first, when will the war start? Second, in what way will the war begin? What actions will the Japanese navy or army take? If these two questions are correct, there are rewards. If you answer the first question correctly, then Bavaria will be able to expand another army, and Prussia will bear half the cost for this army. And if the second question is correct, then your submarine construction plan can be passed. Before 1909, the Empire will equip and build at least 40 submarines! Seize this opportunity, the future Bavarian king!"
"Haha, this is really a difficult problem." Prince Ruprecht took William II's handwritten letter aside. The German Emperor seemed to give him a chance, but in fact it was a test. The prince could not copy this plane according to the outbreak of the Russo-Japanese War in history, because many situations have changed. For example, the Russians began to concentrate their fleet in advance. For example, the Americans stood on the side of the Russians in this war. The world has changed a lot. If you want to rely on your original experience to judge what is the difference between carving the boat and seeking sword and seeking fish in Yuanmu? This is the first time that the prince needs to rely entirely on his own abilities and the intelligence he collected to judge a war that has changed the regional pattern! The difficulty can be imagined!
Chapter completed!