The annexation of Austria by Germany shocked the countries of the world. Especially those countries that are making trouble behind the scenes, there is a feeling that stealing chickens is not a loss. They originally wanted to use Austria-Hungary to weaken Germany's strength, but they didn't expect that not only did they not succeed in weakening Germany's strength, but they also made Germany stronger.

A much stronger Germany is undoubtedly very threatening for them. This meant that it would be more difficult for them to defeat Germany.

The Austrians were the most affected by this. Nearly 20 million Austrians suddenly became at a loss. Especially those who are older, who have lived all their lives as Austrians, citizens of Austria-Hungary. Seeing that they were about to go to see God, and now they were going to change their identities, they couldn't help but be a little resistant.

On the contrary, some young people are more acceptable. They don't think there's anything bad about it. After all, Germany was much stronger and richer than Austria-Hungary. The citizens of the world's largest power naturally have more status than they do now. Perhaps, after being annexed by Germany, their lives could be a little better because of this.

This is very similar to the Mexicans in another time and space, what they hate the most about the United States is that since the United States annexed so much territory in Mexico, why didn't it annex all of Mexico? In that case, they would not be Mexicans, but Americans. Not only will the status and status rise a lot, but even the living situation will be much better.

Of course, there were also Austrians who opposed Austria's annexation to Germany. They were undoubtedly the Austro-Hungarian magnates, or those with vested interests. After joining Germany, they will no longer have the status and identity they had in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and even their interests will be greatly affected. It's just that these people are relatively small in number and do not constitute the mainstream. Under the deterrence of Germany's powerful military power, even if they were opposed, they did not dare to come out openly. Because in that case, you will undoubtedly be looking for death.

Trieste, the Austro-Crarian naval base, was also the only one of the Austro-Hungarian Navy. Because although Austria-Hungary was a large country, it did not have a long coastline. There are even fewer good ports, and Trieste is already the most suitable port.

Almost all the main warships of the Austro-Hungarian Navy were moored here.

Inside the naval base, the commander of the Austro-Hungarian Navy, Anton? Admiral House, respectfully talking to a young man. This young man was none other than Karl I of Trieste, who had fled from Vienna.

"Your Majesty, Vienna has fallen, Grand Duke Friedrich, they, have all surrendered. The whole of Austria can be regarded as falling! "Anton? Admiral House reported.

A trace of sadness flashed in Karl I's eyes, his country was finished. Even if he succeeds in exile in the United States, it is very difficult to say whether he will regain the country one day. Now Karl I, after a defeat, seems to have only realized how strong Germany is. On the way from Vienna to Trieste, news was blocked, and Karl I couldn't help but ask himself if what he had done was wrong. If it weren't for his insistence, Austria-Hungary might not have fallen to where it is today. It's just that it's too late to say that. The Austro-Hungarian Empire no longer exists, and he, the emperor, has become the king of the dead country. If you want to regain all this, you will have to flee Austria-Hungary.

"The queen and the prince, have they already left?" Karl I asked.

"Your Majesty, the Queen and the Prince, they have already left two days ago. It was on a Swedish freighter. Everything was kept secret, and the Germans did not know about it. Her Majesty the Queen and Her Royal Highness the Prince will surely arrive in the United States safely. "Anton? Admiral House said.

Karl I nodded: "How is the navy now?" Has morale suffered? ”

"Your Majesty, the morale of the Navy has indeed been greatly affected. However, the officers and men of the navy are grateful for His Majesty's kindness, and they will not betray His Majesty. However, if the time drags on, I am afraid that the morale of the soldiers will begin to suffer to some extent. If you can, it's better to leave as soon as possible. If it's too late, I'm afraid there will be an accident. "Anton? Admiral House said.

"Hmmm! What is the situation in Austria? Karl I asked.

Although, Karl I also knew, it was better to leave as soon as possible. However, he was still somewhat reassured. This is his country! I don't know if there will be a chance to come back in the future after leaving this time. Of course, Karl I hoped that the United States would be able to defeat Germany in a future war. In that case, his restoration might be successful. If even the United States had failed, then Austria-Hungary would not have been able to be restored.

"The Germans have officially declared the annexation of Austria. Also, the Kingdom of Bohemia, the Kingdom of Hungary, the Kingdom of Dalmatia, Croatia? The kingdom of Snowwonia and other states are already preparing to become independent. However, it is said that after they become independent, they will also become protectorates of the Germans. "Anton? Admiral House said. He knew that Karl I was not aware of the news.

"Damn! Would those guys rather be dogs for the Germans than stay in Austria-Hungary, as our states? Karl I said through gritted teeth.

Karl I believed that the greatest reason why Austria-Hungary lost the war was because of the betrayal of these states. If these states had not betrayed, but supported them with all their might. There is absolutely no way they can lose so quickly, so badly. Austria-Hungary, after all, is a big country! It is absolutely impossible for such a large country to be destroyed by Germany in just ten days. As a result, the entire Austro-Hungarian Empire has become the laughing stock of the whole world.

If Austria-Hungary had a chance to be restored in the future, he would never let those states continue to exist, and would have changed them to provinces under the direct rule of the central government. In this way, the stability of the country can be ensured.

On the night of 31 January, Karl I boarded the battleship Austro-Hungarian Sovereign, the flagship of the Austro-Hungarian Navy. The Austro-Hungarian Navy, having completed its build-up, set off from Trieste and prepared to leave the Adriatic Sea and go to the United States.

Standing on the deck of the battleship 'Austro-Hungarian', Karl I looked at the land in the distance.

"I will definitely be back! God will bless me and Austria-Hungary! ”