Expedition to Europe

The taste of power is indeed fascinating, and it always makes those who have tasted it unable to stop, even William II, who is over 60 years old, cannot escape the temptation.

According to the agreement between Qin Zhiyuan and William III, William II will be sent to Lan Fang. Qin Zhiyuan will definitely not indulge William II's bad habits. Qin Zhiyuan is not William II's father, and he has no obligation to teach William II how to be a man.

Of course, compared to this unpleasant meeting, William II should have some understanding of Qin Zhiyuan's toughness. If William II is smart enough, William II will be restrained, and Qin Zhiyuan will not mind giving William II treatment that matches his status.

If William II still shows off his style everywhere, I'm sorry, the present of Emperor Taisho is the future of William II.

It was obvious that William II was not stupid. After hearing Qin Zhiyuan's words, William II was silent at first, and then said bitterly after a while: "Paul, he is right, I am no longer the emperor, call me Friedrich from now on."

Frederich, this is a very common German name. I am afraid this is the first time that William II said this name so hard.

"Your Majesty--" Hindenburg tried to make a standing posture. Although it was not standard, it did not prevent Hindenburg from looking serious: "No matter what you are, in my heart, you will always be the German emperor, the greatest German emperor."

The relationship between Hindenburg and William II was very complicated. In 1908, Hindenburg, then commander of the Fourth Army, defeated the army commanded by the German emperor in an exercise, which led Hindenburg to think that he had no hope of promotion, so he retired in 1911.

The World War gave Hindenburg the opportunity to come back. In 1914, Hindenburg returned to the army and rose rapidly from then on. He has been competent for the Chief of Staff of the German Army and the German Field Marshal. He is known as a "politician" and "military strategist".

Regardless of the personal relationship between Hindenburg and William II, it was under William II that Hindenburg reached the peak of his life. During Hindenburg's tenure as Chief of the German General Staff, William II gave Hindenburg enough freedom and basically did not interfere with Hindenburg's work, which allowed Hindenburg to fully exert his talents and fight the British and French coalition forces in a difficult situation with insufficient troops and shortages of supplies.

So Hindenburg was grateful to William II. This was a standard traditional soldier. The idea of ​​"loyalty to the emperor and patriotism" was deeply rooted in Hindenburg's heart, so that William III had to send Hindenburg and William II to Lanfang together.

Hindenburg's life was also a legend. He had a boss who appreciated him, a companion who cooperated tacitly, and a platform for him to give full play to his abilities. It was a pity that he had no luck, so he ended up like this.

"Okay, you can perform the drama of the monarch and the minister later. Now is the rest time." Qin Zhiyuan didn't want to watch the two old men perform a big drama of mutual appreciation, and was ready to go back to continue repairing his vineyard.

"Your Majesty, when will we get on board?" Hindenburg did not object, but just asked a question.

"Get on board", which means that Hindenburg and William II will leave Germany for the distant Lanfang. Although from an objective point of view, Lanfang is more suitable for retirement than Germany, it is hard to leave the homeland after all. At the age of Hindenburg and William II, it is estimated that there will be no chance to come back after going to Lanfang, so this is really a heavy topic.

"If there is no accident, this afternoon or tomorrow morning." Qin Zhiyuan did not want to have more dreams.

A fixed route has been opened between Lanfang and Germany. There are passenger ships or cargo ships traveling between Lanfang and Germany every day. It is not difficult for Qin Zhiyuan to arrange for William II and Hindenburg to leave Germany, and it can even be done at any time.

Of course, given William II's status, it is not easy to find a cruise ship that matches William II's status, but given William II's current situation, it is estimated that William II does not have much thought.

"So soon-" Hindenburg's expression is also bitter.

Until then, Hindenburg realized how eager William III was to send them away. Hindenburg had also spent his whole life in the military and dedicated his whole body and soul to Germany. Now he was abandoned by his own country. The bitterness in Hindenburg's heart can be imagined.

"You should know the consequences of staying in Germany. Leaving as soon as possible is the best choice for you and the whole of Germany." Qin Zhiyuan still couldn't bear it, so he asked Hindenburg to sit on the sofa and motioned Misha to serve tea.

Yeah, Misha was still a little curious about a big man like William II.

Of course, because of William II's arrogance just now, Qin Zhiyuan didn't greet William II at all, and didn't even mean to be polite.

But Hindenburg couldn't bear to see William II embarrassed, so he took the initiative to invite William II to sit down, and still followed William II politely.

William II did not reject Hindenburg. He probably knew that if he continued to be arrogant, he would not get any good results. He should be honest.

William II was not stupid. He would bow his head when he should. Otherwise, he would not have chosen to flee to the Netherlands at the end of the World War. If he followed the normal procedures, William II should have chosen to live and die with the German Empire.

Not everyone has the courage to express their feelings in extreme ways. William II obviously did not. So after Hindenburg gave William II enough steps, even if Qin Zhiyuan's attitude was still not good, William II still chose to back down.

"We are not greedy for power, but we are worried about the current Germany, so we hope that Germany will run in our way. We have no intention to target anyone, including the attack on the Palace of Sanssouci last night, which was not our intention." Hindenburg still explained a few words.

Hindenburg was right. Germany was the country of William III, and also the country of William II and Hindenburg. Although the actions of William II and Hindenburg had a negative impact on Germany to a certain extent, it was not the original intention of Hindenburg and William II. William II and Hindenburg hoped that Germany would run according to their will until it got out of the current predicament.

"Germany used to run in your way, but what was the result? If you decide everything in Germany now, will Germany repeat the same mistakes? Will the German people still give you the trust they once had? Is Germany still able to withstand another toss?" Qin Zhiyuan's questions came one after another, making Hindenburg sweat profusely.

Actually, before the World War, Hindenburg was still in retirement. Hindenburg was able to take office as the Chief of the German General Staff after Moltke stepped down during the World War. If the reasons for the defeat in the World War were all attributed to Hindenburg, it would definitely be unfair to Hindenburg, but if it was attributed to William II, it would be extremely appropriate.

Hindenburg had no way to refute Qin Zhiyuan's words. Even if William II and Hindenburg succeeded in "seizing power", William II would still be the German emperor, and Hindenburg would at most continue to be the Chief of the General Staff.

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"But look at what Germany has become now? Does Germany still have anything to show for it? Our GDP used to be ranked second in the world. What is it now? I'm afraid that Germany's name cannot be found in the top 20, so I have enough confidence. As long as I am given time, I will definitely bring Germany back to its due glory." William II was still confident.

Strictly speaking, what William II said was not wrong. It was under the rule of William II that Germany made great progress and had the strength to compete with Britain and France.

"It's useless to say these now. The international situation facing Germany is different from before, so the British and French will not allow Germany to rise again, and they will not allow you to return to the throne, so face the reality." Qin Zhiyuan was not polite at all and immediately tore off William II's fig leaf.

"Don't think I don't know. Marx is negotiating with the British now. The British are not as tough as they appear. Germany still has value for Britain, so Britain will not let Germany sink. This is an opportunity we can use. As long as we show our value, we can definitely restore our glory." William II is not completely ignorant of Germany's current situation, and he is also very clear about the movements of the German government.

"Look, in front of me, the King of Lan Fang, you can actually reveal the government's secret behavior unscrupulously. Don't you know that Lan Fang is also a member of the Allied Powers? Do you know what the consequences will be if this matter is heard by the French? How can you return to the position of king like this?" Qin Zhiyuan also laughed unscrupulously, regardless of the fact that William II's face had turned livid.

"You won't, we are very sure." Hindenburg couldn't help but speak up to rescue William II.

The relationship between Qin Zhiyuan and William III is also well known in Germany. After the World War, Lan Fang's behavior in Germany also caused an uproar, but under the suppression of the German government, all different voices disappeared silently, which is very telling.

If this is not enough to prove the friendship between Lan Fang and Germany, then the Lan Fang merchant ships that arrive at German ports every day are a clear indication of the relationship between Lan Fang and Germany. The things unloaded on them are not fake.

"Yes, I won't, so I hope His Majesty the King will go to Lan Fang. No matter what you think, whether it's house arrest or retirement, it's necessary. I also hope you can calm down and stop tossing Germany, which is already in turmoil. Your era has passed. What you need to do now is not to be lonely, but to accept this reality calmly." Qin Zhiyuan's tone was indeed calm.

But these words sounded extremely harsh to the ears of William II and Hindenburg. Accept calmly?

How is it possible!