When Italy only wanted to develop itself, a conflict that had just occurred in the Balkans forced Italy into it.
Prevoše is a small village on the edge of the new territory of Seborgia. Due to the unclear demarcation of the border, both countries claim this small village as their own.
Since both sides claimed to own the village, it became a small focus of both parties. One morning in April, a patrol from Bulgaria discovered that the Serbs were actually building a sentry post here, so they stepped forward to stop it.
Of course, the Serbian army did not want the security forces to come to stop it, so the two parties were pushing and shouting, and it was unknown who encountered the gun and went off, so an unexpected fierce battle began. In the end, the Serbian army suffered more than 20 casualties.
The Baojun army also suffered more than ten casualties, and then the two armies began to gather here, and a confrontation began.
"Dear His Majesty King Carlo, the despicable Serbs, they shot our patrol officers and soldiers and occupied Prevoše that belongs to our country. Now our country needs your help."
Poznyakov, the Bulgarian ambassador to Rome, is paying an urgent visit to Carlo.
Facing the Bulgarian ambassador asking for help, Carlo already knew the news, but he didn't want to give an answer right away.
"Ambassador Poznyakov, regarding the situation you mentioned, as friends who have worked hand in hand, we will not sit idly by and ignore it, but please rest assured. I will convene the ministers to discuss it."
After seeing off the Bulgarian ambassador, Carlo immediately called Foreign Minister Bacona. "What's going on? I remember that the Bulgarians did not suffer. They still have an advantage. Why are they so anxious to ask us for support?"
Facing the king's question, Bacona immediately clarified his doubts. "Your Majesty, according to the latest news, both Greece and the Ottomans have just expressed their strong opposition to Bulgaria's invasion of neighboring countries, and Romania also condemns this act."
Bacona's words immediately made Carlo's expression change. This situation was too unfriendly to Italy.
Except for Italy, Bulgaria is surrounded by a circle of enemies.
Carlo was a little puzzled by this, "I know that the two countries, Serbia and Greece, have disputes with Bulgaria in Macedonia, and the Ottomans are unwilling to lose so much territory, so why is Romania like this?"
In fact, Carlo said it very euphemistically. This is not a dispute between Bulgaria and Sechi. Ever since Bulgaria acquired most of Macedonia, the relationship between the two countries and Bulgaria has deteriorated. Newspapers of the two countries have spread rumors every day, saying
Bulgaria usurped the interests of both countries.
Affected by the domestic media, many radicals from the two countries often crossed the border to Bulgaria's new territories to cause trouble. This led to suppression by Bulgaria, and the resentment of the people of the two countries towards Bulgaria also deepened. (Bulgaria occupied the country.)
There are two Serbian and Greek ethnic groups in Macedonia. Radicals from the two countries used this opportunity to cause trouble, which also triggered Bulgaria's suppression. This is a bitter experience for the two ethnic groups in Bulgaria.)
The conflict between Serbia and Bulgaria in Prevoše is also an overt eruption of these ethnic issues. Regardless of who is responsible for this conflict, it is time to choose sides. It is obvious that Greece and the Ottomans stand together.
Here in Serbia.
Even Romania, a somewhat unrelated country, stood opposite Bulgaria. This was something Carlo couldn't understand. Are all the diplomats in Bulgaria pigs? They can't see the situation clearly?
Faced with Carlo's question, Bacona immediately explained, "Why Romania stands opposite Bulgaria is mainly due to the issue of Greater Bulgarianism..."
In Bacona's narration, Carlo finally understood why Bulgaria pushed Romania into the opposite direction. The blame was on the Great Bulgarianism. The Great Bulgarianism, which tried to incorporate Macedonia and Thrace into its own territory, won the victory in Bulgaria.
After Northern Macedonia, it immediately reached a new peak. Great Bulgarianism, which was already very popular in the country, has since become the consensus of the vast majority of Bulgarians. They are eager to see Bulgaria restore its past glory.
However, they did not notice that the faces of their neighbor Romanians were becoming increasingly ugly.
As the strongest country in the Balkans, Romania is extremely wary of Bulgaria. On the one hand, it is the special relationship between Bulgaria and Russia, and on the other hand, after annexing most of Macedonia, Bulgaria has become a challenger to Romania, the strongest country in the Balkans.
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Therefore, it is natural for Romania to stand on the opposite side of Bulgaria. No one wants to see their neighbor being too strong, let alone that this neighbor may have ulterior motives. Don’t think that the Romanians are worrying in vain. Historically, Bulgaria has become stronger and has had a negative impact on the people living in it.
The Romanians on the lower Danube River are not short of autumn winds.
"It's going to be difficult now."
Carlo then thought of something else and continued to ask, "So what are other countries' attitudes towards this?"
Of course, Bakona knew that His Majesty was asking about the attitude of the great powers, and immediately said, "At present, except for Russia, other countries have not expressed their stance, and the Russians are calling on everyone to exercise restraint."
Yes, the conflict between Serbia and Bulgaria is very difficult for the Russians. Both parties to the conflict are considered little brothers to Russia. Although Bulgaria, the little brother, has troubles from time to time, due to the special relationship between the two countries, it can barely be regarded as Russia's sphere of influence.
In this current situation, what else can Russia do besides calling on both parties to exercise restraint? Leaning towards either side will definitely offend the other.
As for other major powers not taking a stand, it is more because they want to wait and see. There is also a possibility that they are waiting for the participating countries to choose a team.
Although other countries can wait, Carlo understands that Italy cannot wait.
But before that, Italy must figure out the attitude of one of the countries.
"Bacona, send a telegram to Britain and inquire about its attitude towards this conflict."
Yes, what Carlo wanted to ask was the attitude of the British. Although the British did not have many interests in the Balkans, they did not show much interest. But when it comes to the issue of containing Russia, the British Empire will not be as superficial as it seems.
They looked so nonchalant. They must have their own ideas, and Carlo wanted to know London's opinion, because Italy was also unwilling to see Russia profiting from this conflict.
As for the attitude of Austria-Hungary, another stakeholder country, he could guess a little bit. He was just waiting for others to come to him, because this conflict was also an opportunity for Austria-Hungary. Although the two countries were allies,
But seeing the huge benefits Italy has gained in the Balkans, it is impossible to say that Vienna will not be moved.
Of course, no matter what others do, Italy's interests in the Balkans must be protected. For this reason, Italy cannot sit back and watch the storm unfold like other countries.
