"Continuity?" After hearing Charles's words, the Earl finally recovered from the shock and confusion of hearing this important news, and he looked at Charles with a frown, "I don't understand what you mean. ”

"Then I will not be polite - I have received the news that your Prime Minister, Prince Schwarzenberg, is already suffering from a scab," Charles deliberately looked away from the ancient Roman sculpture next to him, "of course I hope that your Prime Minister will recover as soon as possible from his illness, but my country is a little worried, is there anyone in your country who can handle foreign affairs with the energy he deserves, and make those decisions that are of vital importance to your country?" Can your country's established policies move forward in the face of external disturbances and pressures? If Austria really wants to make itself the cornerstone of peace in Europe, I think it is necessary to give a solution to these problems......"

"Your Excellency the Prime Minister is only slightly unhealthy, and this does not affect his ability to lead our country, and he has enough energy to deal with the important matters to which you are referring." The Count's brow furrowed even tighter, "Besides, our country has been established for hundreds of years, and it has always maintained peace in Europe with a constructive policy, and it will be no exception in the future."

After a pause, perhaps because he felt that such empty words could not fool Charles, he decided to continue to speak a little deeper. "Moreover, though our Emperor is young, his wisdom and benevolence are far beyond ordinary people, and he has sufficient experience in governing the country—and his Majesty the Emperor has ascended the throne with the assistance of His Royal Highness the Prince, and he has been taught by His Royal Highness the Prince for many years, and he can make judgments that are beneficial to the country."

He told Charles in this cryptic way. With Prince Schwarzenberg becoming increasingly ill, the young Emperor Franz-Josef had begun to slowly take over the reins. He began to take matters into his own hands - even if the prince died suddenly one day, the emperor would be able to conduct the affairs of the state according to the experience he had accumulated over the years. Don't mess things up.

This is true, but when it comes to the wisdom and benevolence of Franz Joseph......

Charles could only sneer three times in his heart.

How many "judgments favorable to the country" can an emperor who has repeatedly failed during his reign, lost large swaths of territory, and almost witnessed the collapse of his empire in the end?

However, this is a good thing for Shire.

"If that's the case, I'm relieved." Charles nodded in comfort, "So, I think your country can make a decision about the information I told today, right?" What worries me most is that your country will not be able to respond properly in the future because you did not know about it in advance. So much so that it angered two countries at the same time......"

"Thank you for coming to tell us," replied the Earl at once. "Japan will make a sound judgment based on its own national interests."

He couldn't have believed Charles because of his few words, and he would have even doubted Charles' motives. And he will definitely verify his words through various public and secret channels after he returns, and will even simply wait and see what happens, and judge whether Charles is lying.

However, Charles is not worried, the development of events will naturally prove that his words are correct, and it will naturally prove how sincere his "sincerity" is. Only then will they make up their minds.

In this day and age, there is no country that does not need to worry about angering both Britain and France - with the possible exception of the United States of America, which is isolated abroad.

"Mr. Treville. I wonder, why did you deliberately choose to give this news to us? After a moment of silence, the Count couldn't help but ask again.

"Sooner or later, your country will be able to know this news, and the situation will develop faster than we imagined." Charles' gaze shifted slightly from the sculpture. "So, I tell you in advance, I just hope that your country will be informed of this news sooner. This gives you plenty of time to think and get rid of unnecessary concerns. Arrive at a decision that is in line with your country's position. ”

"I think I understand what you mean by your position." After thinking for a moment, the Count replied in a low voice.

"Yes. Peace in Europe can only be defended if all peace-loving nations unite at the same time. But...... Some malicious countries are too powerful to have an intimidating effect on some peace-loving countries. These malicious states will coerce them so that they do not even dare to claim their own benefits, but have to obey their will. Charles's gaze fell on the Count, staring at him closely, "These nations are cunning and murderous, and at some point they present themselves as guardians of peace, saviors of humanity, who claim to have helped other nations out of their own interests, and who disguise their endless ambitions and killing** as salvation and help, as they often do!" Before, your country had to acquiesce in their arrogant savior status in a state of isolation, but now? Peace-loving nations have been assembled, do they still need to be oppressed and protected by their professed protection? No, I do not think that your country should be deceived by this deception, but should wake up as soon as possible and join the ranks of peace-loving nations, without worrying about what they claim to be 'kindness'! Only in this way will your country be able to survive the terrible frenzy of aggression and not be buried in the endless territorial expansion of the aggressor country. ”

Although Charles was vague about the last step due to the inertia of a diplomat, it was tantamount to a public declaration in front of the seasoned earl.

He demanded that Austria renounce the goodwill of Russia, not regard the kindness of Russia in 1848 for helping to suppress the Hungarian rebellion, and stand with Britain and France to resist the expansion of Russian influence in Europe, that is, to "join the ranks of peace-loving nations."

This is tantamount to saying that Britain and France have basically coordinated their positions and may have a showdown with Russia in the near future. Judging by his tone, this showdown may not be just political and diplomatic.

O my God! Was it the young man who was impulsively exaggerating the situation for the sake of showing off, or was Britain and France really ready to launch a unified operation against Russia in the near future?

For now, at least, there's no reason not to take his word for good.

In the midst of this young man's aggressive words, this old man was rarely forced into a dazed situation because he had not made much preparation in advance.

He didn't know how to answer the young man now.

If the young man is only exaggerating, then he is accompanying the young man to make a fool, and the more he says, the more wrong he becomes; If it is the latter, in the midst of the imminent great changes in Europe, then he cannot say much more - Austria's diplomatic position, he alone does not count, especially in such a significant place. At best, he could only make recommendations to the prime minister and the emperor, but had no decision-making power.

But he did not dare to speak too coldly, so as to anger the young man who was in power and very enthusiastic about Franco-Austrian friendliness. Young people are prone to impulsiveness, and it would be terrible if his coldness caused the young man to extinguish his good intentions and turn hostile to Austria.

If Britain and France really intended to strike at Russia, although he could not be sure, from his personal experience accumulated over many years, the Austrian government would never be on the side of Russia, and the most friendly situation would be neutrality.

Yes, Russia did Austria a great favor not long ago, but there is no morality or kindness in international politics. And now, if the two loudest speaking countries in Europe are now combined, who would dare to stand in their way?

"All your words, I will truthfully convey to the country, as fast as I can." After pondering for a long time, he replied to the young man in a tone that sounded as positive as possible, "I am confident that our Prime Minister and His Majesty the Emperor will carefully study such important information - and besides, I personally feel that your words are very reasonable, and I will attach my personal opinion to the report and submit it to the country." ”

"It's great that you can do that." A slight smile finally appeared on Charles' face, which made the other party's mood relax slightly, "I believe that with the wisdom of your country that has stood in Europe for hundreds of years, it will not be impossible to make judgments in your favor under the new situation that is coming. ”

After a pause, he emphatically accentuated his tone, "But I'm sure you can understand that the great powers of Western Europe, despite their peace-loving lovers, are by no means alone, on the contrary, they are on the side of justice - and justice will never lack adherents!" ”

This is to urge Austria to make a decision sooner rather than later, so as not to miss the ticket to the "righteous side".

"I understand...... I understand......" The ambassador's forehead sweated slightly, and then he agreed in unison. "I will do my best to urge the country to consider your words, please rest assured."

"That's great, thank you." Charles bowed slightly, "Okay, in order to avoid problems, let's separate first, and wait for you to go back early." ”

"Huh? Okay......" The Count reacted quickly, even if it was in a museum where no one was watching, and it was really not good for the two of them to stay all the time, "I would have liked to be able to visit the museum with you all the time, but it seems that the conditions are not very good right now, so goodbye, Mr. Treville." ”

He bowed a slight bow to Charles, and then stepped back, intending to leave.

Just as Charles smiled and waved his hand, intending to say goodbye to him, as if thinking of something, the Count suddenly spoke again.

"Mr. Treville, as far as I know, Prince Metternich has paid tribute to you on many occasions in Vienna, and thanks to his efforts, His Excellency the Prime Minister and His Majesty have greatly admired you. We are glad that you have been able to be a friend of the Austrian people and to work for the friendship of two great countries......"

"I'm honored." After a moment's pause, Charles was in debt again. (To be continued......)