A new day began, but the Italian delegation, which was temporarily staying at the Charlottenburg Palace, did not feel a new beginning.

Yesterday's meeting chaired by Prime Minister de Preetis and the foreign secretary lasted until late at night, but the discussion failed to reach a single result for a long time. I have thought of a way that I can think of a long time ago, and what other way can I come up with if I bring everyone together now?

But having said that, the leader asked everyone to do so, and no one dared to complain. Everyone is not stupid, now the prime minister and the foreign secretary are on fire, and whoever dares to complain may be angered, so they can only accompany the two big men to suffer together.

But fortunately, the last two big men finally lost their anger, and they could go back to the house to rest, otherwise they would have to face panda eyes today.

Therefore, the attachés who followed the two adults today were not very interested, after all, they had been talking for so many days, and they could not see the attitude of Germany. But despite this, they still have to make a final effort.

In the second carriage, Foreign Minister Bacona complained with Prime Minister DePretis, who was in the same car with him. "Such negotiations would be demoralizing, and it seems that the Germans are not going to let up."

It seems that His Excellency Bacona has also been affected, and even the man who has worked in diplomacy for many years has been somewhat pessimistic, and Depretis, as prime minister, is no exception.

"Go for it, at least we have to do our best."

Well, DePretis's words were not at all morale-boosting, but rather a search for relief.

It's just that fate played a great joke on them at this time, and the imaginary enemy in St. Petersburg, the French delegation gave them an invisible assist.

When the carriage arrived at the Prime Minister's Office, where the negotiations were being held, De Pretis immediately felt the difference. Also feeling the same way is Foreign Secretary Bakona, who is next to him.

"His Excellency the Earl himself came out to greet us, and we were terrified."

In line with the principle of diplomatic reciprocity, Bacona immediately greeted him and thanked German Foreign Minister Weizsäcker who greeted his party with a smile on his face.

You must know that in the previous negotiations, this person had never waited for them at the door, which made the two obviously feel different.

"Where, as a friend of Germany, my country, I, the Foreign Minister, should greet you."

Weizsäcker also smiled, casually characterizing Italy as a friend of Germany.

The two men, who were also foreign ministers, chatted casually as if they had been friends for many years, and only after the Italian negotiating delegation had gotten out of the car did they walk to the conference room of the chancellor's palace under the leadership of the Count Weizsäcker.

When they arrived at the conference room, De Pretis exchanged a few words with Bismarck and began negotiations again.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we in Italy have negotiated with you with sufficient sincerity this time, and in order to show our goodwill, let's talk about the conditions first."

Although he felt that Germany's attitude was different, in order to avoid possible miscalculations, Depretis planned to test Germany's attitude this time. So he took the documents that had already been prepared and began to report the conditions of Italy.

"In order to strengthen the economic exchanges between the two countries, I think the tariffs of the two countries can be appropriately reduced, from the current 25% to 18%, which will help the economic development of our two countries. And we ......"

Subsequently, De Pretis also gave Germany considerable convenience in terms of investment, education, cultural exchanges, tourism and people-to-people exchanges. It can be said that this is basically the biggest concession that Italy can give, and if Germany still does not agree, then this alliance will not be concluded.

So after DePretis finished speaking, the Italian delegation was waiting for Germany's reply.

"Your Excellency De Pretis, we have felt the sincerity of Italy, and our country naturally very much wants to reach a more comprehensive friendly relationship with your country......

When Bismarck said this, when the Italian delegation present chuckled in their hearts, they secretly came.

"However, the issue between your country and Austria needs to be resolved, and we do not want to see two allies quarrel over this, leading to an irreparable situation."

Yes, the German chancellor had said that this was the end of the story, which made many of the Italian delegation feel weak and felt that there was no progress in the negotiations with Germany, but then Prime Minister Bismarck's words surprised them.

"Therefore, I believe that by mediating the issue between your country and Austria, we can better promote the relations between the three countries. That is why we intend to act as an intermediary to help your country reach an acceptable outcome with Austria. ”

Well, Bismarck's explanation of Germany's previous behavior startled many people, but the meaning of the expression made the delegation ecstatic, although they did not know what was happening, but at least it was good for Italy, and even the smile on Prime Minister De Pretis's face was more sincere.

"Thank you for your willingness to act as an intermediary in the dispute between our country and Austria, which is very good news."

In the face of the gratitude of the Italian people, Prime Minister Bismarck did not say much and went straight to the point. "Well, then, let us first discuss the cooperation between our two countries, and then Count Weizsäcker will take you to Vienna to negotiate with Austria."

"No problem, then we will thank Mr. Earl first."

"It's okay, that's what I'm supposed to do."

Well, after first clearing Austria, which was stuck between the two countries, the negotiations for an alliance between Germany and Italy went well, and one was willing to accept it, and the other was anxious to find an ally, so there was nothing to hinder it.

In the following three days, the two countries reached an agreement, mainly on military diplomacy, and finally reached a total of eight articles, the main contents of which were:

(1) The High Contracting Parties undertake to maintain peace and friendship with each other, not to participate in alliances or agreements against any of them, and to exchange views and support each other on general political and economic issues that may arise.

(2) In the event of an attack on Italy by France, Germany must come to the aid of all its troops; If Germany were attacked by France, Italy would have the same obligation.

(3) In the event that one or both of the High Contracting Parties is attacked and a war is waged against two or more Powers which are not signatories to this Treaty, all the High Contracting Parties shall enter into the war at the same time.

(4) In the event that a Power not signatory to this Treaty threatens the national security of one of the High Contracting Parties and that High Contracting State is compelled to wage war against it, the other High Contracting Parties shall be obliged to remain neutral towards their allies and reserve the right to enter into war when appropriate.

(5) In the event that the peace of any of the High Contracting Parties is threatened under the circumstances envisaged in the preceding articles, the High Contracting Parties shall consult on the military measures to be taken with a view to the eventual cooperation.

(6) The High Contracting Parties undertake not to conclude an armistice, peace treaty or treaty unless they have unanimously agreed in the case of joint participation in the war.

The newly drafted treaty was signed by Kaiser Wilhelm I and Carlo in a hurry, and was made in triplicate, with Germany and Italy each retaining one copy. As for the extra one, it was reserved for the Austrians.

It is believed that under the persuasion of Germany, His Majesty Franz Joseph will wisely choose to sign the daimyo.