"Oh, and Italy, they really don't have to rush to join the war, but look at the higher weights there. In this way, as long as Italy does not join the war for a day, our Austro-Hungarian allies must retain troops on the southwestern border to guard against Italian attacks. This is a series of bad 'potential problems' we face." Natsuki unceremoniously revealed what William II and his military staff were most worried about.

In history, these "potential problems" have become reality one by one, which makes the aspiring Germans finally break their wings. It is not entirely accidental. Many events have long appeared. The quiet and cool sea has allowed William II to maintain a clear mind. In the face of his young son who has always had unique and accurate views, he did not argue brutally, but pretended to be confident: "These are potential problems after all."

Xia Shu looked directly at the other person and questioned him with a worried look: Is this true?

During a moment of looking at each other, William II took the lead in looking away because of lack of confidence. He lost his peace of mind and became angry: "Okay, let all our incompetent allies go to hell! This battle can only be fought by us!"

Xia Shu quickly responded: "Yes, Your Majesty, instead of pinning the hope of realizing the plan on the normal performance of his allies, it is better to plan the worst so that he can be invincible."

William II thought it was reasonable, so he said, "Okay, tell me the worst plan you thought of... Well, go to my study and we can have some beer and drink and talk."

Xia Shu bowed slightly to agree, and then gave William II the way forward.

When someone followed, the German emperor habitually placed his left hand, which had been disabled since birth, in front of him, and changed it to hold his right hand on the back.

Back in the cabin dedicated to handling official duties and reading books and newspapers, William II did not call the servants, but took out the iced beer and wine glasses from the wine cabinet. Xia Shu took the initiative to help him open the porthole. The two of them drank beer and smoked cigars, and the atmosphere was much more relaxed and comfortable than at the bow of the boat just now.

Xia Shu regarded the original World War I as the "worst plan", and explained it to William II smoothly and clearly in a smooth and organized manner. This is the first time in these years that he told a person such a complete historical event. Of course, in the eyes of the other party, everything is just his personal analysis, judgment and speculation.

After the explanation was complete, Natsuki clearly proposed: "To break the dilemma, not only the army must do its best, but the navy must also show full courage. My opinion is that if Britain declares war on us, then we will catch them off guard before they are fully prepared."

With tobacco and alcohol in hand, William II's words were indeed less reserved. He said indignantly: "In the past two years, we have made many concessions to restore the traditional friendship with Britain. The Baghdad Railway, the African colonies, and we even slowed down the speed of building ships! We did everything we could. Isn't this enough to prove that we had no intention of invading Britain? Is it not enough to keep them neutral in the continental war?"

"Entertainment." Natsuki explained that "for hundreds of years, Britain has been adhering to the strategy of continental balance of power, in order to allow continental countries to check and balance each other, avoid a superpower that can quickly develop maritime power, and thus maximize the protection of the dominance of Britain's national interests over the ocean. Now, Germany's industrial, economic and military power is stronger than France and Russia. At this time, war broke out. No matter how many British people advocated maintaining neutrality, the British ruling class would eventually choose to participate in the war to ensure that the balance of power on the European continent still exists. Fortunately, if we are defeated, the British will also preserve Germany's independence for the same reasons and prevent France and Russia from completely dividing our territory."

In the last sentence, Natsuki intentionally emphasized her tone to "independence" and "completeness".

William II's self-esteem was stimulated and he said angrily: "The weakness of the Era and the scattered Russian team, even if they can withstand our attack, they will not be able to defeat us in turn. The British can block our coast. They dare to send soldiers to land and take a look! The worst outcome of this war is also peace talks, and Germany cannot be defeated!"

"If the worst potential problems do not appear, we will be able to achieve a draw with the tenacious style of the army, so this is back to the nightmare I just told you at the beginning: carrots and potatoes." Xia Shu said calmly.

William II glared and frowned, waiting for Xia Shu's next explanation.

"Hunger leads to civil unrest, and civil unrest triggers revolution."

A simple sentence, just a few words, made William II look shocked. Since 1848, the revolution has changed the color of European monarchs' talk. For them, the anti-monarchy revolution that swept most of Europe was a monster that was even more terrifying than the defeat of the country. Although no king had lost his head at that time, in France, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Italy and other places, the revolutionary uprising was like a volcano erupting, greatly shaking the feudal monarchy power of various countries. Many countries therefore formulated or amended constitutions to restrain or weaken the monarch's power. What made the monarchs even more frightened was that the revolutionary thoughts turned the honest and responsible people into rioters. If they could not be strangled in the bud, they would inevitably bring unending consequences!

Xia Shu briefly explained according to the historical trajectory: "The longer the war is delayed, the greater the possibility of a revolution breaking out. France and Russia can import materials through shipping lines protected by the British navy, while we must rely on self-sufficiency and must give priority to the front-line troops. The situation of the people will be bad compared to other countries, and there are many revolutionaries lurking in Germany. Once a revolution occurs in the country, the army will inevitably be deeply affected. Whether the front can be stabilized will be a big unknown."

William II thought frowned.

Xia Shu acted on the camera and sighed deliberately.

William II put down his wine glass and cigar, looked up at Xia Shu, and showed a rare honest attitude: "I know, Johen, you want to convince me to agree to the fleet's plan to take the initiative. We have built this first-class fleet with years of investment, and of course we hope it will be useful. We are familiar with land warfare. Even if the troops are equal, we are very sure to defeat our opponents. Naval warfare is different. Our fleet has not experienced large-scale naval warfare, nor has it established a tradition like the British. No matter how exquisite the plan or sufficient confidence is, it cannot change the fact that there is a huge gap between us and the British navy... I really don't want to see the fleet built by Germany that has been built for twenty years into nothing in just a few hours!"

After staying on the Hohenzollern for so many days, Natsuki was waiting for this opportunity. He first expressed his understanding of the German Emperor's idea and was convinced that there was such a possibility of naval warfare. Then he asked the German Emperor if he could use his sword.

The German Emperor hesitated for a moment and agreed to the youngest son's request.

Xia Shu got up and walked to the hanger, took off the sword hanging on it, and held it in front of William II in both hands: "This is an exquisite and expensive sword, and the meaning of casting it is to defend the imperial power."

After saying that, Xia Shu paused for a moment and drew his sword suddenly.

With the sword ahead, William II instinctively shrank back.

Xia Shu did not wave his sword toward each other, but just raised it upright in his hand and looked at the sword body carefully.

"Although extremely sharp, it has never been used in combat and rarely even leaves the scabbard."

The words in the words are not difficult to understand.

"Your Majesty!" Xia Shu told the sword, "Please do not let our high seas fleet become a gorgeous decoration like this sword. A real sword should fight bravely for the honor of the master. Although it will be damaged or even broken, this is the meaning of its existence. If the sword holder can practice first-class sword skills through battles again and again, and the broken sword can be cast again, it can only be invincible. If a sword holder does not even have the courage to draw a sword to fight, he will never be able to become a real strong man."

Because of his reckless and stubborn behavior, William II was often criticized and even criticized, but out of respect and politeness, people were at most polite to persuade him in person, and Natsuki's expression was no different from the assassin who broke in rashly, and the German Emperor stood up.

Xia Shu put his sword in the sheath, held it up with both hands, and bowed down.

William II took the sword without hesitation, and the potential sense of coercion disappeared. The next step, he was confused.

Xia Shu used his final move: "Your Majesty, before the Battle of England and the West in 1588, the Spanish Invincible Armada won every battle, and had several times the strength of the opponent. As a result, the British fleet won the glory of more than three hundred years after the next with firm determination, superior technology and flexible tactics. With Britain, which is less than one-forty-one of the European continent, it has developed into an empire that dominates the world. Queen Elizabeth thus became the monarch who was comparable to Caesar and Alexander. After the Battle of Pau and Pau, everyone regarded the Prussian army as the strongest army, and all of them regarded it as the strongest army.

Respect, Emperor William I has become the most famous monarch in Europe, and he heard "Long Live" everywhere he goes. Your Majesty, with the strong strength of the German army, even if we defeat France and Russia, people will only respect us more. If we defeat the British navy, not only the German navy will be respected by the whole world, but you, as well as the great king who ruled the world's strongest army and navy, will surely gain deep awe from every region and every ethnic group in the world, and will be recorded in history with its invincible reputation until it will be respected by others a thousand years later!"

The use of both spur and motivation usually only makes William II angry. Xia Shu's patience obviously has the effect. This German emperor, who longs for the respect of the world, raised his head and drank the whole glass of beer, thereby enhancing his courage and passion:
Chapter completed!