Carlo, who had just rushed back to Rome from Marino, received news of the visit of Prime Minister Despretis before he had time to rest.
"Excuse me, Your Excellency Prime Minister."
Although Carlo didn't know what was going on with the Prime Minister's visit, he still believed that there must be some reason why the Prime Minister came to see him despite his busy schedule.
Sure enough, as soon as Prime Minister Despretis saw Carlo, he immediately opened his mouth with worry and told a shocking news.
"Your Majesty, do you know about the Three Emperors Alliance?"
"certainly."
How could Carlo not know about the Three Emperors Alliance, a diplomatic alliance that influenced Europe.
In September 1872, Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I and Prime Minister Count Andrassy Gula, Russian Emperor Alexander II and Prime Minister A.M. Gorchakov visited Berlin, and met with Kaiser Wilhelm I and Prime Minister Bismarck
The alliance signed at the meeting is so famous. This alliance was originally decided by the three countries to maintain the status quo in Europe and coordinate to resolve disputes in Southeast Europe (mainly the disputes between Austria and Russia in the Balkans). The treaty stipulated a time of five years, but it expired.
No more news.
Could it be that he is out of shape again?
Carlo was right, something had indeed happened again.
The Prime Minister continued to speak. "We heard news that the three countries may have signed another alliance treaty."
This news surprised Carlo. Although the Three Emperors Alliance was indeed renewed in history, Carlo did not know the signing time. Why was it such an unlucky coincidence that it was signed at this time?
Yes, the signing of the Alliance of Three Emperors had a great impact on Italy. First of all, Austria had relieved or temporarily relieved its conflict with Russia and could concentrate its energy in one direction. Although the Austrians are currently focusing on the Balkans, this still has a great impact on Italy.
Not good news. Because Italy wants to get involved, it becomes more difficult.
Of course, this news has negative and positive aspects for Italy. First of all, the French will no longer focus on Italy, because any normal person knows that the Three Emperors Alliance is very detrimental to France. The three major powers in central and eastern Europe
The alliance also frightened him.
Although I don't know if any of the contents of the alliance are aimed at France, the feeling of being isolated is very bad.
Thinking of this, Carlo had an idea. "So what does the Prime Minister mean?"
Although Carlo only said half of what he said, he immediately guessed what kind of person Despretis was.
"This will not work. If it is discovered that it was our country that disclosed the information, then relations with the three countries will be very difficult."
In fact, Depretis mainly wants to talk about Germany, because this alliance is the most beneficial to Germany. Italy has always wanted to form an alliance with Germany, but the Germans do not pay attention to Italy, which makes Italy's idea become an unrequited love.
As for the other two countries, it is well known that Italy and Austria do not deal with each other. As for Russia, they are too far away and have little contact with each other, so they will offend if they offend them. Is it possible that he can cross Austria to attack Italy? Even if he does come, in the end
It was the UK and France that jumped first.
You must know that in order to prevent it from entering the Mediterranean, Britain and France did not hesitate to fight with it. They have all rushed to Italy. If you don't do it, what are you waiting for? So Italy does not need to pay too much attention to Russia.
In order to prevent Carlo from continuing to think wildly, Prime Minister Depretis directly stated the purpose of his visit. "Your Majesty, the main reason I came here this time is to let Your Majesty pay a visit to Berlin."
Yes, this is the purpose of Depretis.
After Carlo heard what the Prime Minister said, he asked firmly, "Visit Berlin?"
"That's right, Your Majesty."
Why visit Berlin?
The Prime Minister's words made Carlo have a question mark on his face.
Seeing the somewhat confused King, Depretis explained. "There is no need to rush this visit to Berlin. In terms of time, I plan to leave again next year."
Carlo understood quite well what Depretis said. In later generations, national leaders basically made preparations for foreign state visits three months or six months in advance, and this was when transportation was convenient. In this era,
I decided to visit foreign countries in the second half of the year, which usually takes more than half a year. That’s why Carlo, who has never visited foreign countries before, is not familiar with it.
Even so, Carlo still couldn't understand the purpose of his visit to Germany. If he didn't understand, he had to ask patiently, so he asked directly. "Prime Minister, why did you suddenly decide to visit Germany?"
"Suddenly?"
"suddenly!"
Looking at the young king who looked curious for knowledge, Despretis decided to give some tips. "Your Majesty, your visit to Germany has a great connection with the possible Three Emperors Alliance. As for the connection, Your Majesty needs to understand it himself."
The Prime Minister's words made Carlo think deeply. What is the relationship between the two?
Looking at the young king who was lost in thought, Despretis quietly exited the room. Just as he came, he did not take away a single cloud.
So in a huge room, Carlo was the only one thinking quietly.
The hands of the clock rotated in circles, and the light began to dim. The boy, who was sitting still like a wood sculpture, suddenly moved.
"Hahaha, I thought of it."
Unbridled laughter resounded in the room, and the boy was filled with joy as if he had found some treasure.
"Hey, I actually sat there for so long."
Only then did Carlo notice the change in the sky, and then he said to himself, "I didn't expect that visiting Germany could be used in this way."
That's right, Carlo had already guessed about Depretis' proposed visit to Germany.
If the guess is correct, the newspapers will report extensively on the visit to Germany that he and the Prime Minister are about to make. This will attract the attention of France. If France knows about the renewed alliance of the Three Emperors, it will definitely find ways to improve the relationship between the two countries.
Of course, if you don't know, then Italy is not at a loss, and it would be good to have closer relations with Germany.
Of course, no matter what, the French will pay close attention to this.
However, according to his understanding, the relationship between the French and Russia is quite good, so it is possible to learn something from it.
It would be wonderful if this happened. France would definitely win over Russia and try to change its diplomatic disadvantage.
Of course, for Italy, this is not a loss at all. If Russia and France are in conflict with each other, then Italy will also have the opportunity to join the Three Emperors Alliance.
Carlo's analysis was based on a combination of his past life memories and current intelligence. Although he didn't know when the Alliance of Three Emperors was disbanded, it must not have been too far away. And based on the disputes between Russia and the Austrians in the Balkans,
Germany cannot suppress it for long.
Carlo couldn't help but get excited when he thought that Italy had the opportunity to fish in troubled waters.
Of course, this requires waiting patiently, and Carlo plans to tease the little maid to vent his joy.
