The talks between the German Emperor and the Ottoman Sultan made many people very concerned, and the embassies of various countries were busy, leaving aside the news from many parties, and even the various forces in the Ottoman country wanted to know the attitude of the German Emperor. The most active of these was the Turkish Al-Shabaab, which had just launched a successful revolution and became a major force in the Ottoman country.

"Hello, Mahmud? Sefkat Pasha. Jochen was not surprised by the appearance of the person in front of him, but said, "I really didn't expect us to meet here." ”

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty the Emperor of Germany, it is my honor to be able to meet your face." Tall soldiers in splendid and delicate Turkish military uniforms that did not conform to Jochen's aesthetic at all greeted Jochen: "As a soldier of the Ottoman Empire, I express my sincerest gratitude to you and the Imperial German Army. ”

"I'll convey Pasha's thanks, but I'm afraid you're not just here as a Pasha of the Ottoman Army, are you?" Jochen said with a smile that he had come today to pay his respects to the members of the German military advisory group, and that there should not be someone from the Ottoman military on such an occasion, but it was clear that there was someone who should not be here.

Mahmud? Sevkate, a heavyweight of the Turkish Al-Shabaab and a high-ranking power holder of the Turkish Al-Shabaab in the Ottoman army, Pasha means general in the Ottoman army, so it is naturally impossible for him to express his gratitude simply as a soldier.

"Praise you for your wisdom, Your Majesty." Mahmud patted his ass and said frankly: "I am here on behalf of the Association for the Advancement of Unity (Note 1), and you should know that we are not the rulers of the empire, we are only the overseers of the government and the Congress, so it is not convenient for us to meet you in the name of the association. So only in this way, I beg your pardon. ”

"Since you are not rulers, what is the point of you wanting to see me? As you should know, I only negotiate with those who can decide the policy of the Ottoman Empire. Jochen said unceremoniously that perhaps the future of the people in front of him would be the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire, with power leaning towards the government and the opposition. But now, as a small general, he is not qualified to bargain with himself at all.

"I beg your pardon, Your Majesty, although the Association for the Advancement of Unification does not seek to gain power in the Empire, but we must monitor whether the policies formulated by the Government are beneficial to the Empire. Your Majesty, the empire you lead is one of the top powers in Europe, and indeed in the world, and any decision you make will have a huge impact on the Ottomans, so we want to know what you really mean, after all. The Ottomans could not afford any more turmoil. Mahmud said neither humbly nor arrogantly.

"You're worried that I'm going to support His Majesty Hamid to re-dissolve parliament and return to his dictatorship, right?" Jochen smiled and said, "If I say I'm going to do this, what are you going to do?" ”

Although Jochen's tone was full of lightness and pleasure, there was not the slightest smile in his eyes staring at Mahmud's face, and Mahmoud also felt the coldness in his gaze, and instantly his heart felt like falling into an ice cave, if the German emperor really intended to support Hamid II. Then all the achievements made before will be in vain.

But the eyes staring at him made Mahmud dare not express a trace of dissatisfaction, and slowly lowered his head to avoid the gaze. Then he said firmly: "The dictatorship of the Sultan will lead the Ottomans into the abyss, and the people are precisely unwilling to accept such a future before they rise up to resist, since we can succeed once, we can succeed a second time, even if Your Majesty supports Hamid II, it will not change the determination of the Ottoman people." ”

Perhaps it was the realization that his words might collide with the emperor in front of him. Mahmud breathed a sigh of relief and then persuaded: "For your Majesty, only a stable Ottoman can bring greater benefits, and all the investments of the German Empire in the Ottomans can be carried out smoothly, so it is the most beneficial choice for you." ”

"However, you are not in a position to determine the state policy of the Ottoman Empire, and His Majesty Hamid can order full support for the construction of the Baghdad Railway. Trade cooperation with the German Empire could be expanded, but you can't, so how can I trust your promises? Jochen looked at the lowered head, withdrew his cold gaze, and then said with a little amusement: "And compared to the position of His Majesty Hamid, the position of the Association for Progressive Unification is very worrying. ”

The forces of the Association for Progressive Unification were pro-British and French at this time, because a large number of people in the association had the energy to study in Britain and France, and republican France and constitutional monarchy Britain were more in line with their political tendencies. Although this time and space did not have Germany's support for the annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina by Austria-Hungary to gain hatred points, the German political system did not give them much favor.

After serving as military attaché in Germany for three years, Enver fully realized the strength of the German Empire and had a deep understanding of the efficiency and organization of Germany, and as Enver became a national hero and the ruler of the empire.

And the future Ottoman military minister and chief of staff is now just a role model for a 27-year-old young soldier who has just made his mark in the revolution, so Jochen now has to face a political force that is inclined to Britain and France, and what Jochen has to do is to make them understand that only by being pro-German can there be a future.

"But one thing you're saying is true." Jochen didn't wait for Mahmud to answer, and said to himself: "That is, a stable Ottoman is more beneficial to our country than a turbulent Ottoman, but one thing I am curious about, you have put yourself in the position of overseer, have you ever thought that once there is another turmoil, no matter what the outcome, it will be a disaster for the Ottomans?"

Keeping the fruits of your hard work in the palm of someone else's hand can be beaten at any time, and as far as I know, there are still a lot of people in the army who are loyal to Hamid II, right? Not to mention, even the First Army stationed in Istanbul is not controlled by your Association for Progressive Unification, right?

This force is fully trained by our military advisers and equipped with the most elite of the Ottoman army, and if they start a rebellion, take control of Istanbul, capture the members of the Association for Progressive Unification, and under the command of our military advisers, how many troops will you have to send to retake Istanbul? ”

Jochen spoils the historical rebellion of 1909, and it was the forces led by Mahmud who suppressed the First Army.

Jochen said with a smile, but Mahmud did not feel that what the German emperor said was ridiculous, but was terrified, if such a thing really happened, he could not imagine how a protracted civil war in the capital of the Ottoman Empire would hurt the empire.

However, Mahmoud also tasted a little taste of Jochen's words, if the German emperor really wanted to oppose the pro-Anglo-French Association for Progressive Unification, the German military advisory group could have commanded the First Army to counterattack. Although the rebellious army was huge, it was impossible to really succumb to the bloodless persecution of Hamid II as it is now, because his original declaration of attacking Istanbul was likely to turn into a protracted offensive and defensive battle under the counterattack of the First Army Corps under the command of the German military advisers, so that the other armies supporting the Sultan would have time to come to their aid, and eventually lead the uprising to fail.

According to the German emperor, he didn't really want to support Hamid II? And how do you feel that there is still a bit of an instigation for the Association for Progressive Unification to grasp the fruits of the revolution on its own?

"What do you mean?" Mahmud was a little unsure of what to say.

"Germany is ready to cooperate with a government that is able to hold power and maintain stability in the Ottoman situation, and supports in all its efforts to seize power in order to maintain stability." Jochen spoke for Mahmud.

This is actually a hint that the Association for Progressive Unity has overthrown Hamid II himself from power, which makes Mahmud a little suspicious, after all, Jochen has just questioned the position of the Association for Progressive Unity.

Mahmoud decided to try again: "The German Empire has always worked closely with the Ottomans, and your country has always helped us to modernize our military, and you have invested heavily in our country, and you have promoted the development of our transportation. Your country is also our third largest trading partner, and our government is naturally willing to deepen this cooperation, please rest assured that our Association for Progressive Unification hopes for the revitalization of the Ottoman Empire, and is naturally very supportive of the cooperative relationship between Germany and China. ”

Jochen replied with a smile: "Of course, we also very much want to deepen the cooperation between the two countries, and I have come to Istanbul this time, naturally I have brought a series of cooperation plans, so we also hope that the cooperation can be implemented steadily." That's why I'd like to say so much to you today.

If the Association for Progressive Unity refuses, then it is a pity, then we will have to choose other partners, and I am sure you should know what to do. ”

The last words were like an ultimatum, and Mahmud understood that the Association for Progressive Unification had to make a choice between continuing to support Hamid II with the pro-British and French-led Germans, or turning to Germany.

Mahmud nodded solemnly: "Your Majesty, I will convey your opinion after I go back, and I will give you an answer as much as possible." ”

Jochen smiled and said again: "By the way, help me bring back a question, I think the person who understands this question should know how to choose, 'I understand your position, but, will Russia accept you?'" (To be continued......)