The collapse of the Luxembourg defense line had a huge impact. France's reputation once again resounded throughout the European continent, as if the former army that swept across the European continent was back.

Belgium panicked, many countries in the German region panicked, European countries were also panicked, and even Austria was panicked.

Vienna Palace

Putting down the newspaper in his hand that boasted about the French Invincibility, Franz nodded with satisfaction: "I did a good job, I believe we will gain a lot of help in the next period of time."

The European balance policy is not only played by the British. In fact, most European countries are supporters of this policy, and no one wants a behemoth on their heads.

There is no doubt that this continental war is the key to whether the continental balance can continue. Any French-Australia wins is not what everyone wants to see.

Now that France has the upper hand, some people will naturally pull themselves back. In order to make the storm come more violently, Franz of course has to exaggerate France's strength.

The facts are right in front of us. The medium-sized power of the German Federation, relying on fortifications to defend, did not last a month under the French army.

You should know that the Prussian Kingdom in the past was not as strong as the German Federation, and they could fight with the Russians in a row, and were eventually beaten to death by the Tsarist government using the sea of ​​people tactics.

With this sharp contrast, who dares to say that France is not the world's number one army power?

Foreign Minister Wesenberg: "Your Majesty, France's strength has long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. We continue to build momentum for them and it is easy to get out of control.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs learned that Switzerland, the Netherlands, Portugal and other countries have been flirting with the French in recent times, and the isolated French political pattern we have worked hard to create is being shaken."

The way to survive in a small country is to fence-bearing with the wind. Now that the French have the upper hand, everyone naturally has to rely on it.

Of course, this approach is not their true intention, but only because of the need for survival, they eased relations with the French.

If you move closer openly, you should continue to stab the knife in secret. After all, this French Empire looks too aggressive and may threaten their safety at any time.

Franz shook his head: "It doesn't matter, these small countries are moving closer to them, but the big countries are alienating them.

Have you noticed that since the Luxembourg defense line was lost, the fact that we destroyed the Suez Canal has been selected and forgotten by everyone.

Members of the Italian Independent Organization, detained by the British, are about to be released back to China. It seems that the London government is still very alert to the French.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs made another effort to encourage the British to increase tariffs on exports of materials to France and continue to increase the cost of war for the French.

Spain and Russia cannot relax public relations. Although they are not very reliable, they can also cause trouble for the French."

It seems to be an understatement, but in fact Franz is not calm. Now European countries can pull the French back, and in the future they will also pull the Austrian back. Anyway, whoever is stronger will oppose whoever is stronger.

But at this point, to complete the strategy of imperial unification, France must be resolved; to resolve France, Europe must be resolved.

Well, Franz was rational and chose to go with the flow, without any intention of being strongly promoted with European countries.

The Austrian General Staff was not the Showa General Staff, and he did not have a brain-dead strategy to conquer Europe. He was just preparing to catch everyone off guard and take a chicken stealing operation.

In order to achieve strategic goals, Franz did not hesitate to suppress the frontline generals. He would rather bear the political pressure brought by the early battlefield failure than...

...

"Hurry, run faster!"

"Philil, you're going to be fool. Why don't you keep up with me? If you're so ink, the French will stab you in the eye!"

The middle-aged officer's urging continued to sound, but the effect was not satisfactory. There was no way, and he lost the battle in a daze, and then fled in a daze. The morale of the army had long been gone.

The Luxembourg defense line collapsed, but the German army's retreat was not cut off. The French came directly from the front and had no way to stop everyone from running away.

If it weren't for the chaotic German command system and the failure to put into reserves in time after a gap appeared on the front line, the troops would not have been so embarrassed now.

The scolded Philil replied pantingly: "Col. We are already very fast. But how can we run better than four legs?"

It can be seen that this is the army of a small state. Only the troops of a small state, officers and soldiers can get along so casually.

The middle-aged officer scolded: "Philil, you are so stupid. There are only a few French cavalry and there are so many defeated soldiers on the front line. Are they busy?"

The facts once again confirm the truth about the battlefield escape that "it doesn't matter if you can't beat the enemy, just run through your allies."

Because of historical problems, the relationship between German states is not as harmonious as it appears. Colonel Ryan is not under any pressure to lose his allies and run away.

It cannot be considered a loss. Now everyone is running for life in a hurry. The situation on the front line is over, and the situation on the battlefield has completely deteriorated. It is not something that the small army of "Bremen Hanseatic" can reverse.

Colonel Ryan was able to run away with the troops and not ride away by himself.

Perhaps they ran fast enough, or perhaps their desire to survive moved God, and they ran from Luxembourg to Koblenz without encountering the French army.

When he arrived here, the escape journey was also over. Seeing the Austrian military flag erected in front of him, Colonel Ryan breathed a sigh of relief and was about to come forward to negotiate when a loud voice rang out.

"Report the army number and commander's name!"

The person speaking was a young officer holding a small notebook in his hand, and behind him was a group of soldiers waiting for him.

Facing ten guns, anyone would feel uncomfortable, and Colonel Ryan was no exception. He replied with a frown: "Hansea Wehrmacht, Commander Colonel Ryan!"

The specific number is not needed. The Hanseatic Free City in Bremen is only a larger town with a larger area, with only a more prosperous business and a denser population.

There were only a few hundred people in the army participating in this war, and the establishment of a reinforced battalion was enough, so it was much more convenient to directly serve the country's name than the number.

Perhaps because of the poor image of his group, Ryan emphasized his identity as a colonel and hoped to receive better treatment.

Frankly speaking, Ryan was not satisfied with his status as a colonel. Look at the highest commanders sent by other countries, all the generals were generals, and he was the only colonel. Everyone stood down and inferior.

Unfortunately, domestic lawmakers refused to agree and resolutely suppressed his military rank as a military "big boss" at the school level on the grounds of not having any military achievements.

After hearing the word "colonel", the young officer became much more polite. After all, they were all ally and they still recognized each other's military ranks, even if there was a lot of water in it.

"Col. In what year does it take to join the army and what profession is before joining the army?"

During the routine interrogation, Colonel Ryan suddenly became embarrassed and replied with a tough bullet: "I joined the army three months ago and was responsible for the security work in Bremen before joining the army."

There is no way. The Hanseatics in Bremen are too small to support the standing army at all. Generally speaking, it is the job of the domestic police working part-time military.

Perhaps because of concern that my resume was not glamorous enough and was despised, Colonel Ryan added: "When I was young, I also served as the commander of a mercenary and had fought wars with the British in South Africa."

It is precisely because of his presence on the battlefield that Ryan was able to stand out from many rookie competitors and become the commander of this unit.

The young officer opened the small notebook and quickly searched it. After a moment of time, he smiled and said, "There is no problem with the information.

Colonel Ryan, on behalf of the coalition command, I welcome your return.”

When Colonel Ryan heard "returning to the team", his face suddenly became unnatural. There was no doubt that they were legally incorporated.

After hesitating for a while, Colonel Ryan gritted his teeth and said, "Your Excellency, we have just suffered a failure on the front line. Now the morale of the army is gone, and the troops need to undergo necessary rest."

There was no way. When in Luxembourg, many small states joined forces to join forces, and they had enough confidence to make terms with the commanders appointed by the central government.

Now that it is not possible, the troops have been dispersed. The soldiers do not know the generals, and the generals do not know the soldiers, which is the most true portrayal.

The coalition command now gathers the defeated troops, so it will definitely not help them restore their organization. As long as the commander is not stupid, he will take the opportunity to seize the command of the troops.

He reorganized the defeated troops and split the military system based on states, and he lost the ability to bargain.

For the overall situation, this is the most beneficial, and it can integrate forces and exert its maximum combat effectiveness.

However, from the standpoint of individuals or small states, the situation is completely different. This means that they will lose their voice in the coalition.

Theoretically, it is more natural to do this kind of thing by the German federal government. After all, it is the legal central government, and it has the right to unify the countries below.

The coalition command jumped out and gathered the defeated troops, but it was still a little overwhelming. However, these are all small problems. Now the German command is in chaos and doesn't care about this place at all.

When they reacted, the established facts were caused. If they wanted to get the command from Austria, they could only go to the Vienna government to fight a diplomatic lawsuit.

As if something had happened, the young officer comforted him: "Col. Don't worry, Colonel, you will not have combat missions in the short term.

Now you should go to the camp to take a shower, sleep well, and wait for orders."

His arms could not resist his thighs. When he looked at the exhausted soldier behind him, Colonel Ryan nodded helplessly.

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Chapter completed!