Chapter 2414 Doing Business One
"It's really hard to say. Maybe the Russians will launch a war against Finland in a few years, maybe fifteen years later, or the Russians didn't think of it at all. Who can say for sure? I just made a point. This is a possibility. But if I were the chief of the Russian General Staff, I would consider this suggestion if my strength and international conditions allowed, and it would be best to call directly to Oulu!" The crown prince said with a smile.
"If the Russians do this, it will be quite troublesome for your country, right? Once Germany and Russia go to war, after the German army captures St. Petersburg, the north will be the water network area dominated by Lake Latoga. And the farther north it gets colder, the army will have difficulty going north. And if your army wants to cut off the Murmansk railway line, it will be easier to start from Oulu! So, I think, you don't want to see the Russians either step across the border between the two countries," Mannerheim said.
"I've been thinking about a question. I'm thinking, should we form an alliance with Finland before the Russians start the war against Finland, or wait until after the Russians start the war and then form an alliance. From the Finnish point of view, I think It would be better for the two countries to form an alliance before the war, because Finland can receive continuous military aid from the German Empire, and the Russians will also be wary. Of course, since the alliance is formed, Finland must also fulfill its obligations, otherwise, friends will become enemies .”
"But from the perspective of the German Empire, I think it would be better for us to provide assistance after the Russians set foot on Finland's territory. The reason is simple. Finland will definitely not be able to defeat Russia. Maybe Russia will If you lose on a certain battlefield, you may have to pay some price, but the result is certain. At that time, I think the empire can gain more benefits. Because you have no choice at that time!"
"By the way, apart from military and politics, public opinion in Finland was also very favorable to us at that time. War means casualties, and it means that there will always be tragedies for some families. In addition, the Russians have never been a country that can effectively restrain themselves. A nation with a killing instinct. In this case, I think the Finnish people will be educated by the cruelty and blood of war, and then understand who is the real enemy and who is the real friend. That kind of thing has nothing to do with you The hanging speculative thoughts will probably disappear completely, right?" Although Ruprecht smiled, but in the eyes of Stahlberg and Mannerheim, the crown prince at this time is an out-and-out devil!
The meaning of the Crown Prince is very clear, although Germany needs Finland to join the Allies. But if Finland refuses to fulfill its obligations as an ally, then Germany will also let Finland understand the cruelty of the war. Germany does not care about Finland’s losses in this war. Germany only cares about Finland’s ability to fulfill its promise. If Finland wants to steal and play tricks, Then Germany is willing to watch Russia severely injure Finland, and then beg Germany to let Finland join the military alliance of the Allies. The so-called situation is stronger than people. Moreover, compared to forming an alliance now, Finland will still lose a large number of people in vain!
"His Royal Highness, I think you misunderstood us, we..." Stalberg tried to ease the tension between the two parties. So he spoke, but he was interrupted by the crown prince before he finished speaking. Judging from the crown prince's expression, he was already very impatient.
"I already understand what you said just now. Man is a creature of both sensibility and rationality. Sometimes he will do some things beyond reason because of his personal preferences. For example, we can help Turkey because of Turkey's loyalty. Against Italy. Offending a country with important influence in the Mediterranean for the sake of a patient on the sickbed of Europe, but we do not regret it, even though we paid a great price, even though Italy chose to be neutral in this war."
"We can also help Holland retake some colonies from Japan,
As Holland's return to the Empire in this war! In fact, it was clear to anyone that we could get more in return if we handed over the recaptured former Dutch East Indies colonies to the Americans. I am afraid that giving the Dutch will not have any substantive help other than thanks, but we will still do it, and write the relevant content in the treaty with the Americans! "
"On these issues, our principle is very simple. When a country is willing to become an ally of the German Empire and has assumed certain obligations for this alliance, we are willing to give more than normal standards. But for the same reason, we hate Deceit, hate being used by certain countries, for these countries, we will instinctively hate! We don't want people to be taken advantage of."
"In the talks just now, we only saw Finland's use of the German Empire and its shirk of its obligations, but not a trace of responsibility and recognition as a friend. Anyway, I don't care what the German Empire's attitude is towards Finland. I just regard Finland as a friend who can do business, understand? A friend who can do business means that our next negotiations are all business, and pay attention to the equality of giving and return! Imperial military aid to Finland It's over, and every bullet the empire gives to your country will be rewarded!" The crown prince said firmly!
"What shall we do?" Mannerheim looked at Stalberg and then gestured with his eyes.
"Continue to talk." Stahlberg made a decision not to be impatient. What Crown Prince Ruprecht said just now is already very serious. If it is a representative of another country, even if he does not walk away He will euphemistically say that both parties need to calm down, and everyone will adjourn the meeting temporarily.
But Stalberg will not do it, or he cannot do it as the President of Finland! Even though the crown prince who walked away and even contradicted the crown prince in front of him was comfortable verbally, it would definitely do harm to Finland and no benefit at all! Because, what is happening now is that Finland needs Germany, not the other way around. What Finland needs is not only military assistance and political support from Germany, but also economic help! Finland itself lacks mineral resources. So where do the needed coal, iron, oil and non-ferrous metals come from? Naturally, it is most convenient to come from Germany! Moreover, the newly established Finland is very poor, and Finland also needs German loans to develop its economy!
People have to bow their heads under the eaves. As a politician, if you can't even do this, you might as well stop watching it as soon as possible, so after stabilizing your emotions, Staberger decided to continue talking!
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