A coup d'état took place in Portugal and the military took control of the government, which shocked the whole world. However, considering that Portugal also had a coup d'état nine years ago, overthrowing the royal family, this doesn't seem like a big deal.

Although many local governments across Portugal expressed their opposition to the military junta led by Cabesadas, their opposition was quickly extinguished when the army began to march across Portugal. The whole of Portugal was quickly taken over by the military regime headed by Cabesadas.

After the successful coup, Cabesadas claimed to be president and prime minister of the government, and took sole power. Dacosta, the former chief of staff of the army, became the secretary of the army, and Carmona was promoted to major general and became the chief of staff of the army.

It can be said that these main figures who planned the coup d'état all gained a lot from the coup.

"Congratulations to Your Excellency! Now, Portugal is under your rule. The German Empire believed that under your rule, Portugal would develop for the better. "The German ambassador to Portugal immediately met with Cabesadas, who became president. In addition to congratulating him, it is hoped that he will fulfill his promise to sell the Azores to Germany as agreed. After all, Germany supported them in a coup d'état in order to buy the Azores from them.

"Your Excellency, thank you for the support of the German Empire. Otherwise, our coup would not have succeeded so easily! Kabesadas smiled.

The money provided to them by the Germans allowed them to secretly buy many generals and officers to support the coup. And the equipment of the two infantry divisions provided by Germany has greatly increased the strength of their descendants. Forced by their great strength, the other forces had to choose to compromise. After all, if they don't compromise, they won't be able to fight a civil war if it breaks out, and they will end up putting themselves in it.

"Your Excellency, the German Empire regards His Excellency the President as our friend, and of course we will fully support our friends. However, Your Excellency the President, my country is very sincere in buying the Azores. Now, His Excellency the President and the new Government need money. The sale of funds from the Azores can be made possible by the government of His Excellency the President and quickly get rid of financial pressure. The German ambassador said.

Cabesadas knew that the Germans had ambitions for the Azores. This time they supported the Portuguese coup d'état, also in order to buy the Azores. It's just that after becoming president, Cabesadas knew that if he really sold the Azores to the Germans, he would definitely be under great pressure. Those who oppose it will inevitably attack him in this way. When the time comes, it will make his reign turbulent. So, if you can not sell the Azores, that's the best.

However, Cabesadas knew that his coup d'état was only successful with the support of the Germans. If he had rejected the Germans, the consequences would have been even more severe. I'm afraid he'll be overthrown by someone else right away. Will the Germans be able to support him in overthrowing Sidonio? Pais's government, too, was able to support others in overthrowing his government.

"Your Excellency, I have thought for a long time that if we sell the Azores to your country, it will definitely cause a great revolt in the country. So, I think we can lease the Azores to your country, and the lease period and rent are negotiable. Kabesadas said.

The German ambassador couldn't help frowning, and the reaction of the Portuguese made him very dissatisfied. Because, the Portuguese clearly want to cross the river and tear down the bridge!

"Your Excellency President, didn't we already reach an agreement before?" This was stated by the German ambassador.

"Your Excellency, I am here solely to maintain the stability of my reign. If my rule is overthrown, I am afraid that the agreement I made with your country will not be fulfilled. Kabesadas said.

The German ambassador sneered, and then said: "This is not to worry His Excellency the President, as long as the agreement is signed, I don't think any government will dare to tear it up." ”

Cabesadas knew that under the deterrence of Germany's powerful military power, even if his rule was overthrown, the new government would not dare to tear up the agreement.

"All right, Your Excellency, Ambassador. Let's sign the agreement tomorrow! Kabesadas said. He knew that he could not refuse when Germany was determined to win. Otherwise, the Germans would have dealt with him.

The next day, on behalf of the Portuguese government, Cabesadas formally signed an agreement with the German ambassador to Portugal for the sale of the Azores. Germany bought the Azores from the Portuguese government for 500 million marks. From now on, the Azores became German territory.

As soon as the agreement was signed, the German ambassador to Portugal reported the situation to the country.

Emperor Qin Tian and the military and political ministers of the empire were all happy. With such great effort, they finally succeeded in occupying the Azores, which would give Germany a great advantage in the future confrontation with the United States in the Atlantic.

"Your Majesty, the Azores are already ours, and we need to send someone to receive them there as soon as possible. Then, start building there. Build the Azores as the home port of the Atlantic Fleet and the most important stronghold of the Imperial Navy in the Atlantic. "Admiral Reinhardt? Marshal Scheer said.

"Well, the Admiralty will do what it is planned! I have only one request, and that is to make the Azores the strongest stronghold. Even if you are besieged by the enemy in the future, you must be able to hold on. Qin Tian said.

Qin Tian believed that once a war broke out in the future, Germany would probably face a multi-front battle. In this case, Germany will have a shortage of troops on some fronts. At that time, it is inevitable that the Azores will be besieged by the Americans.

"Yes, Your Majesty. We will build enough coastal fortifications and airfields in the Azores. No matter what kind of enemy you are, you will never be able to conquer the Azores easily. "Reinhardt? Marshal Scheer assured.

Qin Tian nodded with satisfaction, Germany had made so much effort, and this time it finally got its wish to occupy the Azores. Next, Germany will build the Azores into a core stronghold of the German Navy in the Atlantic Ocean and a bridgehead against the United States in the next few years. This will be an important guarantee for Germany's security.