"There is no need to worry about the issue of ships, we can find some ships with other countries to replace them, and even without the help of the Americans." Wilhelm II pondered for a moment and then said. "I've never understood why you attach so much importance to the relationship between the United States and Germany, although the United States is a country with great potential, but their military power is not commendable."

"Was it because of the defeat to the Japanese Navy? How so? This was completely expected, except for the British, from now on, no powerful country's fleet could fight Japan alone in the Far East, and in addition to geographical reasons, the strength of the Japanese navy was also a fact that could not be ignored. They performed much higher than the US Navy and better than the Russian Navy. ”

"The quality of the U.S. Navy is very problematic, and the U.S. Army is not very large, but let's not forget that the American industry and population allow him to replenish his troops in a steady stream, and the expansion rate will be very fast. Because they are basically not limited by resources, and it is terrible to be hostile to such a country, and if we cannot make the United States our ally in the future, then we must not at least make the United States our enemy. ”

"If you look at the current trend, the empire will be more and more isolated in the future, the isolation of the British is only a temporary situation, and with the change of the international situation, they will have more and more friends!" Prince Ruprecht's eyes were full of worry.

"We now have good relations with the Russians, allies with Austria-Hungary and Italy, while the British have bad relations with France, hostile relations with Russia, and not good relations with us, so how can the British get more allies?" Wilhelm II said with some puzzlement.

"First of all, I need to make it clear that our environment is also not good, the French and we are feuding, the relationship between the Russians and us can only be said to be average, the most important thing is that we cannot provide Russia with a large number of loans like France, under the French money offensive, our relationship with the Russians is too fragile, if the Russians experience a big setback and need a lot of money to stabilize the finances, we can't provide it, then Russia will definitely fall to France."

"Even if we try to maintain relations with Russia, it is difficult to say that we will be able to avoid an alliance between Russia and France, and at most it will only delay time. And what is the result of the Franco-Russian alliance for us, I don't think I need to say more, right? There are many contradictions between the British and the French, but they are not irreconcilable, and we will be a greater threat to the British than the French. ”

"On the one hand, it is because we are stronger, and it is the strategy of the British to pursue the balance of power in Europe. On the other hand, the French had gained enough benefits throughout the world, and Britain and France could balance their interests together against the new empire. And we simply can't come up with enough benefits for the British to cooperate with us. ”

"As for our allies? Austria-Hungary is our most reliable ally, but this ally is very average in combat effectiveness, far inferior to Franco-Russian. As for the Italians? I don't think a paper treaty can tie them to the chariot of Germany, just look at the history of the unification of the Italians, they are left and right between France and Austria-Hungary, in essence they are extreme egoists, if Britain, France and Russia join forces, they will most likely side with Britain, France and Russia, because they feel that this side has a better chance of winning, and the other side offers better terms! ”

His Royal Highness Prince Ruprecht, who is a traverser, is quite clear about the Italian style! A typical wall-to-wall grass and a partner who can never be relied on, the weakness of World War 2 is not bad, and the direct betrayal of the alliance in World War 1 makes the country's credibility zero. In fact, this situation existed before World War I, during the first Moroccan crisis, Italy chose to support France instead of supporting Germany with the Allies, you know, the Triple Alliance Treaty signed in 1882 had a defense against France!

"There's some truth to that, but I've always felt a little alarmist." Although Wilhelm II gave people a feeling of disapproval in his words, judging from his nervous expression, His Royal Highness the Prince knew that he had been touched, because what the Prince said was not groundless, and the situation was indeed terrible!

"But there are also contradictions between us and the Americans, and the conflict between the two sides on economic and trade issues in South America is very large." Wilhelm II said.

"Purely economic contradictions can be reconciled, after all, the United States is a very resource-rich country, and we can completely balance the trade conflict between the two sides by purchasing raw materials and minerals from the United States. The problem of South America is not that it cannot be discussed. The economy can be coordinated. Most crucially, the United States is now also more isolated than ever before, and if I can, I hope that the contradictions between the United States and Britain and Japan can continue forever. ”

It is impossible to say that there is no conflict between countries, but some contradictions can be reconciled, such as Britain and France, and some contradictions cannot be reconciled, such as France and Germany. In the prince's view, in this plane, the hatred between the Americans and Britain and Japan is the biggest good news after the crossover, as long as Germany's foreign policy is not particularly bad, then it is still very possible for the United States to be neutral in World War I. And as long as the United States is neutral. Hehe. Nothing is a problem!

"Even if we take a step back, regardless of the future strategic issues, we still need the funds and manpower of the Americans to develop the colony, and the area of our colony has directly doubled! This is both an opportunity and a challenge for us! If I'm not mistaken, our colonies in Africa are still in deficit, right? The prince said.

"The African colonies have the potential to be exploited and are a very good source of raw materials. But it requires money and manpower, which is both an opportunity and a challenge for the empire. If you can't develop it yourself in a short period of time, why don't you bring in external forces? The money and part of the products of the Americans are what we need. It's a good idea to work with them, because we can't find a collaborator in the world who is far away from us and at the same time complements us," said Prince.

"So how do we make sure that Americans don't take advantage of the opportunity to get a piece of the pie in Africa? And how can they be guaranteed to do what they promised? Prince William seemed to be moved, but there was still a trace of concern.

"Firstly, we will implement this plan in two steps, and secondly, we have in our hands what the Americans want!" The prince said confidently.

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