"But what happens in the future? Will the German Empire, which had no foreign troubles after the war, tolerate Bavaria so strong? And if Grand Duke Karl came to power, what would he think of a foreign country that controlled Bohemia-Moravia?"&1t;/p>

"So Carl must not be the Austrian Emperor." The prince said without hesitation.&1t;/p>

"Do you have the final say to be the emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire?" Fritz's voice couldn't help but increase by a few degrees!&1t;/p>

"Of course not, but from the perspective of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and my interests, I will definitely prevent Karl from ascending the throne!" This was the first time that the prince expressed his attitude towards the throne of the Austro-Hungarian Empire to the outside world, and such a strong expression made the emperor on the opposite side very dissatisfied.&1t;/p>

"My father-in-law, I just made it clear. You have known the Bavarian Kingdom and my attitude for a long time. I think that in this case, we do not need to go around in circles, and I am frankly frankly, Carl has no ability to control a country at all. He has no experience in military and governance, and is equally naive in politics. Even in blood. So, I want to say, give me a reason to choose him." The prince's language softened a little.&1t;/p>

"But Mary also has no ability to control this country. If one day she becomes the queen, I'm afraid the Vettelsbach family is the one who really controls this country, right?" The Emperor Austrian showed a hint of mockery. "As for Carl? Even if he has many wrongs and mistakes, there is always an advantage that you cannot deny. Some people in Austria and the Hungarians do not want a strong person to become emperor, so Carl is acceptable to them, but Mary and the Bavarian royal family behind him are unacceptable! I'm right?"&1t;/p>

What the Austrian Emperor said is true. From the perspective of internal power balance, Hungary does not want Princess Mary to ascend the throne. The reason is very simple, because once Princess Mary takes office, the power balance in the entire Austrian-Hungarian Empire will be broken! The status of the Hungarian Kingdom will no longer exist!&1t;/p>

This is not just a saying! When the 2 Yuan Empire was established, there were indeed reasons why they chose to join forces to keep warm in the face of pressure from other ethnic groups in the country. More importantly, the Austrian Kingdom no longer had the majesty and strength to rule this country!&1t;/p>

Look at the Austro-Hungarian Empire before the German-Austrian War! With the support of many German states, they controlled Northern Italy. With the marriage with the Bavarian Kingdom for several generations, they could obtain support from many states, including Bavaria. In Europe, it is also a real power, and the domestic minority cannot make any waves. But later, as Austria was excluded from the German system, it lost foreign aid. The defeat in Italy led to the royal prestige to the lowest point. Austria, which had lost its strength and prestige, could only establish a binary empire by compromise and concession.&1t;/p>

But now it is different! If Princess Mary ascends the throne, the lineage of the Austro-Hungarian royal family and the lineage of the Vettelsbach family will eventually merge! Bavaria and Austro-Hungarian Empire will be under a common family rule! By then, Bavaria will do its best to help the Vienna side!&1t;/p>

Even if Bavaria is still in Germany in the end, the power of this kingdom is enough to imbalance the power system within the Austro-Hungary! Austria-Bavaria is too strong, while Hungary is too weak! This strength is reflected in military and economic conditions. The former can suppress domestic opposition, while the latter can bribe most people. What should Hungary do at that time? Submit or be beaten!&1t;/p>

What if Grand Duke Karl succeeded to the throne? It would be much better for the situation in Hungary. Karl would inevitably be disgusted with Bavaria's intervention in Austro-Hungary's internal affairs, and would even find a way to get Bohemia-Moravia back. Prince Ruprecht was not a soft persimmon, so naturally he would not be slaughtered. Then the two sides would definitely fight! At this time, it was time for the Hungarians to fight with each other! So from this perspective, in order to maintain the stability of the empire's power, Karl was also a suitable candidate.&1t;/p>

"Your Majesty, you are the emperor, and as an emperor, what you want is to rule the entire country! Not just as a rubber stamp or mascot! If everything is just for a vanity crown, then the emperor itself has gone the meaning. If there is any objection, we can just deal with it. If you can't do this, then letting him rule this empire is undoubtedly a way to quench thirst!" Ruprecht said.&1t;/p>

"Strength! A country with strength may not necessarily rise in the end, but a country without strength will definitely not rise! Isn't this the decline of the Austro-Hungarian Empire? Because of the crisis in the 1848 turmoil in Vienna, the civil war with Prussia and the failure of Northern Italy, Austria's inability to control the entire country led to what it is today. Before and after the establishment of the binary empire, it was completely an emperor of two concepts for you. Before, you were the real king, and after that, you were just half an emperor!"&1t;/p>

"And we can make up for the shortcomings of Austria's strength, and we can even open up a broader territory for the empire! The Germans in Austria will regain their confidence and courage! It is no problem to be a country that is completely equal to other great powers! So what if the Hungarians oppose it? So what if they are unwilling to do it? The money in my hand can buy most of them, and the sword in my other hand can kill others!" said the prince.&1t;/p>

"It's really like that." Emperor Franz showed a sarcastic expression. "If you were the King of Bavaria and not Ludwig II, then our two families could create a bright future, but what about now?"&1t;/p>

"Of course, I believe that Bavaria's economic and industrial capacity can bring vitality to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and I also believe that the tanks and aircraft of the Bavarian Legion can easily crush the Hungarians! But what should Prussia do? Do you know why I agreed to give Bohemia to Mary? That's because Ferdinand would not let Bohemia go out, and William would not let Bavaria go out. And now? Although the situation has changed a little, William would not let Bavaria go out, nor would Bohemia go in."&1t;/p>

"Believe me, no matter who becomes emperor in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, once the war is over, William will take action against Bavaria! At least he must cut off the connection between Bavaria and Bohemia. In this way, he can sleep well!" Fritz walked over with a smile, then patted Ruprecht on the shoulder and said.&1t;/p>
Chapter completed!