"Otherwise, let's accede to the Germans' demands! In this way, although the face will be damaged, at least it will not be attacked by the Germans. That would be the best outcome for the Kingdom. Alfonso XIII said.

It is clear that after being intimidated by the German ambassador, his attitude was already inclined to compromise with the Germans.

"Your Majesty, if we compromise with the Germans, the Kingdom of Spain will surely become the laughing stock of the whole world. When the time comes, we will be discredited. At the same time, I am afraid that it will also arouse the dissatisfaction of the domestic people and trigger a new round of riots against the government. In that case, the consequences are difficult to predict. "The Count of Romanones was a little worried.

A hint of confusion appeared on Alfonso XIII's face, and at such a critical moment, his choice difficulty was repeated. It would be too difficult for a courageless monarch to make him make a choice in the face of such a complicated situation.

"Your Majesty, the German ambassador has been very vocal in his voice. However, this may be an indication that they are not determined to go to war with us. They are just trying to scare us so that we can agree to their terms. If we compromise with them now, we will really fall for them. Prieto said.

"Is that really the case?" Alfonso XIII was a little puzzled.

"Your Majesty, why don't you wait a while, and then we will go and find out the news from other aspects, and then make a decision." Prieto suggested.

"Okay, get some other news and report back to me as soon as possible. The time given by the Germans was running out. Alfonso XIII was worried. He had the feeling that his country was facing a huge crisis. If you don't pay attention, you may be destroyed.

The Count of Romanones and Prieto left the palace, hoping to find out the news through their own channels.

Romanones sent someone directly to inform the British ambassador. Want to get more information from the British. After all, for the honorarium of 10 million marks offered by the British, he also fought hard.

The place where the two met, in a hidden café. The British ambassador did not come by himself, but also the American ambassador. The changing situation in Spain is also very interesting to the Americans.

As the only major power in the world that could rival Germany, the United States was slightly weaker than Germany. However, overall it is still very good. If there is any country in the world that can pose a threat to Germany's hegemony. Well, there is no doubt that the United States is well deserved. However, in the competition with Germany, the United States has always been at a disadvantage. While trying to develop its own strength, especially its military strength, the United States also hoped to be able to stumble the Germans in secret. In this case, it will undoubtedly help to weaken Germany's strength.

This time, the British did things in Spain, and they also had the support of the Americans behind them. The Americans also wanted a war between Spain and Germany. Of course, they knew that with the strength of Spain, they could not be the opponent of Germany. However, if this incident can be confirmed, it will be a heavy blow to Germany's already bad reputation and international reputation. The United States, on the other hand, can take this opportunity to further expand its influence in other countries. With the support of other countries, the strength of the United States will develop faster and greater. It may not be too difficult to overtake Germany at that time.

When Prieto saw the American ambassador, he couldn't help frowning. More and more, he thinks that this is a big trap. If he could, he even wished it hadn't happened at all. He was even willing to return the money he received from the British ambassador. However, Prieto knew that this was impossible.

"Your Excellency, Ambassadors, how come you are together?" Prieto asked.

"Your Excellency the Foreign Secretary, this is a coincidence. When you asked me to inform me, the Ambassador of the United States happened to be a guest at my place. Your Excellency the Ambassador of the United States also expresses your country's sympathy for your country's plight. Therefore, I have come with me this time in the hope of being able to express all the help I can to the Spanish government. The British ambassador said.

In this case, it is just a child. Prieto wasn't a three-year-old, so he knew what was going on. It is clear that there is collusion between the British and the Americans. It is no wonder that the British fled to Canada, where they would not have been able to gain a foothold without the protection of the Americans. Under such circumstances, there is naturally collusion with the Americans.

Prieto nodded, dwelling no longer on the issue. Anyway, it doesn't make any sense at all.

"Your Excellency, two ambassadors, just now the German ambassador officially presented us with the threat of war. They offered to lease Gibraltar for 99 years for a price of one mark. It was sternly rejected by our government. Now, the Germans must be annoyed. It is estimated that soon, they will go to war against us. Prieto said.

"Humph! The Germans, as always, were domineering. That's how they were when the last war wasn't over. Now, the world wars are all over. But they still do it. This is just too little to take other countries into account! The American ambassador expressed indignation.

"Who made Germany the world hegemon now? Isn't this what they want to hit? Other countries have no choice but to endure this. The British ambassador said.

The American ambassador and the British ambassador said cool things on the sidelines, which made Prieto's expression even more ugly.

"Your Excellency, Your Majesty, my Majesty is almost overwhelmed by the Germans. I'm afraid, he will agree to the conditions of the Germans. Prieto said with a dark face.

The British and American ambassadors looked at each other, and it would not be in their interest for the Spaniards to compromise and back down like this.

"Your Excellency the Foreign Secretary, the United States is very disagreeable with what the Germans are doing. The U.S. government will strongly condemn the Germans' actions. We will also call on more countries to condemn the Germans and put pressure on them. I think that in the face of the pressure of public opinion all over the world, the Germans would not have invaded Spain. The U.S. ambassador said.

Obviously, the words of the American ambassador showed that they were willing to support Spain. Prieto, however, was less convinced that the Germans would be compelled by public opinion to abandon the invasion of Spain.

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