Rebirth of the Spanish Empire

Pobedonoschaif's eyes lit up, and he hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, then let's declare war on them."

"Cough cough cough" what? Nicholas II looked at Pobedonoschaif in disbelief. What did he say that he actually asked himself to declare war on Spain? Is he crazy? Although I said it just now, I did it out of anger, but now this guy actually asked me to declare war with Spain. This is no joke. What kind of strength does Spain have? After all these years of inquiring, I can do it even if I don’t know everything. Knowing that it is seven or eight points, it is this seven or eight points of strength. He believes that Russia has absolutely no chance of winning when facing the opponent. Of course, Spain has no possibility of comprehensively defeating Russia because of its population and strategic depth. Russia is difficult to defeat.

Of course, if Spain is a close neighbor of Russia, then in terms of the army, it is very easy for Russia to win with its strong army numbers. However, Spain is a country in southwestern Europe, facing the sea on three sides, and Compared with Spain, Russia's navy is much inferior. More importantly, the Russian army cannot reach the Spanish mainland at all, because it cannot land without the cover of a powerful navy at sea. And on land, if Russia fights Spain, then To attack the Spanish mainland, you need to go through the entire Western European continent. Since you have won with numbers, the number of people who attack Spain must not be small. But with this "small" number, will the countries along the way allow Russian soldiers to transit? People will not worry about Russia. Never come back?

Combining these factors together, if Russia and Spain fight, it will be of no benefit to Russia at all, and there is even no possibility of war between the two countries. Now Pobedonoschaif actually agreed to his random declaration of war. Isn't this a big joke?

Pobedonoschav ignored Nicholas II's suspicion and said: "Your Majesty, think about it, how Spain developed in the past was their business. After all, the two countries are not at war with each other. , we have no real major differences of interest, and the strength of the United Kingdom also makes us happy to have a powerful Spain beside the United Kingdom to check the other side. The same is true for France. The German Empire has been suppressed by us in recent years. This is something we can do Don't worry, of course. The alliance still needs to be upheld. After all, it is equivalent to a lock that can lock the German tiger inside. However, we should also combine it with the previous history of Europe. Every time Britain makes great gains After a complete victory, new rival countries will be cultivated on the European continent. After Napoleon's France was defeated, Britain vigorously supported the German Empire to suppress France. Now that the army is stronger, it uses France to suppress Germany, even in France. Unable to suppress it, we were invited to form the current Three Kingdoms Alliance.

However, if the German Empire falls, will we become the next target, or will it be France? .Or Spain. I think the most likely one is us. After all, we have already had quite a few conflicts with them in the Far East, Middle East, and Southeast Europe. In this case, why don’t we hold back and loosen the grip of the German Empire? "

Nicholas II's face has changed from flaming red just now to dull and thoughtful.

"Since Britain and France need us to suppress the German Empire, then similarly, now that Spain is coming to the empire's side like this, the British will probably adopt the same method and deal with us indifferently?"

"That's right. That's why I think His Majesty's declaration of war can be implemented?" Pobedonoschaif looked like he was full of wisdom, and because of the robes he often wore, the whole person looked full of mystery. Sense of wisdom. Let him trust the other person involuntarily.

Seeing Nicholas waiting for what he meant next, he said: "Since Britain wants to follow their own pace, and Spain obviously knew that other countries in Europe had concerns about him, so it chose to start a dispute with the United States. Since the British did not think enough about us when our interests may be harmed, there is no need for us to act according to their plans, and the fight with Spain is an opportunity, so we will A general military mobilization in Northern Europe and East Asia to have a good distance contest with Spain will also allow the German Empire to push the troops from the east to the west, put more pressure on them, and let Britain and France know our importance."

"In summary, you mean that we will use the dispute with Spain as an excuse to increase our defense capabilities in the east and northern Europe and conduct military exercises like Spain, thereby increasing pressure on the United Kingdom and France to intervene more in Spain. Its Nordic operations?" Nicholas II asked uncertainly.

"That's what it means. In fact, in this way, we can even reach the idea of ​​​​the Nordic countries."

"The United Kingdom and Spain have become a new pair of targets to check and balance each other. In this way, our previous fear that Russia would become the target of Britain's check and balance on the European continent has shifted to becoming the target of Spain's maritime checks and balances. If things go well, we may speed up their process."

"Then how do you think Britain will react?" Nicholas II was still a little hesitant in dealing with this matter. After all, there was no benefit in being at odds with Spain, although he had been with Alfonso XIII in the past. The relationship has never been good, but the two people have never been against each other. They have always been in harmony with each other. Now if Russia takes such a move, then the relationship between the two countries will definitely turn around.

"I think the UK will still favor us. After all, Germany is the biggest obstacle the UK faces now."

This time, Nicholas II said nothing.

*

"I think Spain's actions in Northern Europe are an opportunity for us."

"Why do you see that?" William II has been very involved in matters in Northern Europe these days. As soon as the news came there, he immediately called for his confidant, Imperial Marshal Tirpitz.

Tirpitz's long beard was his trademark, and of course, his shiny head was also the object of his pride.

"Norway and Sweden have been there for hundreds of years with the support of the United Kingdom, but now Spain has intervened. Do you think this will make Edward VII feel comfortable? And Russia is already very It is obvious that he is interested there. Even Finland was originally cut off from Sweden. Since he is a predator, he will of course be hostile to Spain, his powerful enemy, while Britain, the feeder, is watching the two sides. There are only two tigers fighting there, but is it to obtain the final profit? Or to disperse the two tigers before they start fighting, the British are obviously hesitant."

"What about us?"

"What we need most now is to continue to lurk and watch. I don't believe that Russia, Britain and Spain will continue to maintain such mutual restraint. In my opinion, with Nicholas II's arrogance, , they will never allow Spain to continue to expand around them."

William II "..."

10 Downing Street, Prime Minister's Office.

"Spain is making further progress, encroaching on Britain's territory step by step. I think you should know that our Majesty is on the verge of anger. He needs an explanation from you now."

"Your Excellency, Prime Minister, I think that we in Spain do not have any intention of cannibalizing your country's interests. We just want to maintain a balance. After all, the European continent cannot be left to just a few big countries." Even Harveys When facing the British Prime Minister, he did not have any fear. In addition to the fact that the envoys had immunity, more importantly, he knew that the other party had absolutely no intention of blaming him. What was going on now was just between the two countries. It's just the beginning of a game.

Asquith smiled and said, "What do you mean?"

Harveys looked up at Asquith seriously and said: "Since the Prime Minister said so, then, I think our conversation is just a superficial conversation. When it comes to the issues between the two countries, , I think, but it would be better for our Majesty to talk to His Majesty Edward. "Farewell." After saying that, he stood up and wanted to leave, but as he thought, he stopped because Asquith called him to stop him.

"Haha, okay, very good. Since the ambassador is ready to be honest with us, how could I turn him away? Today, I will have an in-depth discussion of the interests of the two countries with you, the special envoy representing Prime Minister Eugene. Ichiban. But, your Majesty is in Northern Europe, but you are here with us."

"Please rest assured that we have this set of domestic mechanisms, and we can still continue to operate many institutions. Especially for relations with major countries like us, our Spanish system can handle matters negotiated after the head of state's foreign visit." Ques's eyes flashed so fast that Harveys didn't even notice.

"In this case, we can rest assured. Since you just said that a few major European countries cannot have the final say, what do you mean? I think I should understand your views more directly before I can help us. Play your own cards.”

"If so, then I will make it clear that Britain is a maritime power, and this is right."

Asquith nodded.

"Although Spain is linked to France, because it faces the sea, Spain is also a maritime power. Is this correct?"

Asquith: "Not bad"

"On the European continent, Russia, Germany, France, Italy, Austria-Hungary, etc., if these countries all live in peace, will it be good or bad for Britain, a maritime country?" . )

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