The more I explain, the clearer it becomes, and the more I explain, the more clear it becomes! With Xiao Letian's in-depth analysis of the situation, the haze on William I's face gradually dissipated.
The king never expected that there was such a big difference between the real strength of Prussia and the reports he received! Now he finally knew that Bismarck had concealed a third of Prussia's strength from the world.
This can be said to be a shocking strategic deception. Bismarck played with the whole world, making those arrogant kings and prime ministers mistakenly believe that the strength of the Prussian country is still as weak as before!
In this way, the European powers will make all kinds of wrong judgments, and their ideas will be misled!
William I himself was also an excellent politician. Of course he knew the benefits of this deception strategy, but the feeling of being kept in the dark was really annoying!
William I suppressed the anger in his heart. Xiao Letian could see that his fists were clenched tightly and beads of sweat appeared on his bald forehead.
Xiao Letian regretted a little. He really shouldn't have agreed to be this mouthpiece for Bismarck before. God knows whether William I would be angry with him because of this shocking scam. Thinking of this, he quickly said with a smile.
Dear Your Majesty, the Prime Minister also has good intentions for committing such strategic deception. In any case, this deception strategy has now reached the harvest season, and we Prussians have received great benefits.
First of all, because of our strategic deception, the French have become more arrogant. Napoleon III looks down on us from the bottom of his heart. As long as he continues to show weakness like this, he will despise us even more. At this time, as long as we stimulate him a little bit, this The madman will definitely declare war on us.
As long as he dares to declare war, we can take this opportunity to vigorously promote nationalism!
The various southern German states were alienated from us before, but by fighting against the common enemy France, they will stand with us. The integration of emotions is destined to promote the unification of Germany.
Since France is the party that took the initiative to declare war, then we became the mourning soldiers. There is a saying in China that the mourning soldiers will win!
The sad and angry German nation will definitely unleash its most powerful fighting force! Our soldiers, our brave young men will definitely teach the French a hard lesson!
The second benefit is the British side. Why do we hide our strength? Because we need to skew the British strategic analysis and make them feel that we cannot win.
In their eyes at this moment, our level of national strength cannot compete with France. Once the war enters a protracted war, Prussia will definitely lose!
At this time, in order to maintain its continental balance policy, Britain must carry out an emergency blood transfusion on us!
We need money, we need things, we need intelligence, and the UK has to support us in order to protect their own interests!
To be honest, I have left a detailed secret letter to Crown Prince Edward and the Queen. I have made it clear what I need to say. If the UK is not afraid of another Napoleon I appearing on the European continent, then let them just sit back and watch!
The third benefit is from a diplomatic perspective. Since ancient times, the rise of a great country must encounter countless enemies. If Prussia wants to rise, there will definitely be countless European countries that want to restrain it!
If we had acted too powerful before, then it would be a question of whether France would take the initiative to declare war. Another question is whether those countries that threaten us will unite closely in the event of a war.
For example, in the case of Tsarist Russia, will he and France settle their differences and get together? If we form a coalition to fight against us together, then we may be in danger.
Prussia does have the strength to defeat France at this moment, but I do not have the strength to defeat the entire Europe, which means that France must not be allowed to lead an anti-Prussian alliance.
A quick victory, before the whole of Europe can react, quickly eliminate France, thereby achieving the unification of Germany and the rise of Prussia amidst the sound of consternation!
"That's enough! You don't need to say it anymore. I can understand everything you said. I'm just very sorry that the Prime Minister I personally selected deceived me in the end." The king looked really aggrieved.
"Dear Your Majesty, please don't think so. Bismarck dares to deceive you and do such disobedient things that ordinary ministers would not dare to do. This only shows that he has great trust and loyalty to Your Majesty!" Xiao Letian hurriedly said Enlighten the king.
You can think about it, Bismarck is such a smart person, his reputation can even be ranked at the forefront of famous politicians in history books!
Why would such a smart person commit such a big taboo? Why would you deceive the king without leaving any way for yourself?
After all, Bismarck still believes in His Majesty's mercy? It is precisely because he has not been disloyal to His Majesty from the beginning to the end, and she has believed in His Majesty's tolerance for him from beginning to end, that he dares to commit such a big strategic deception!
There is nothing wrong with him! That’s why he’s not afraid of ghosts knocking on the door!
Some people say that Bismarck made Prussia, but I think it was you who made Bismarck. Without your mind as broad as the sea, how could you have allowed a strong prime minister like Bismarck to gain supreme power?
Your magnanimity and kindness have allowed Prussia to win two wars, and the Iron-blooded Prime Minister has also made a name for himself under your hands!
The stage for hegemony is about to come to an end! Why are you complaining now? Do you have to make trouble at the most critical moment?
A wild victory is just around the corner. After this war, it is inevitable that you will ascend the throne and proclaim yourself emperor. At the most critical moment, I hope you will believe in him again.
Xiao Letian's frank words moved the king!
Of course, William I himself was also a benevolent monarch with rich emotions, a humble gentleman who knew tolerance and patience! When he thought about what Xiao Letian said, he really couldn't refute it.
"Okay, dear Xiao, let's end the topic here. I'm a little tired and can't accompany you to visit Berlin anymore. I have to go back to the palace early. I hope you can have fun in Prussia!"
With a gloomy face, William I bypassed the huge statue of the Goddess of Victory and appeared in front of everyone again. The officials present immediately stood at attention and saluted. William I looked at Bismarck lightly and said calmly, "I'm a little tired and need to go back to the palace." , you will continue to accompany the head of state to visit Berlin."
When he walked past Bismarck, William I paused and said coldly, "Dear Prime Minister, you said you would give me an earth-shattering victory, but I have been waiting for you! Don't let me down. , don’t let Germany down”
After saying that, the king turned and left!
Without the king, this visit would be boring. The important ministers of the empire left one after another. Even Prince Carl and Prince William accompanied the king to leave the construction site.
Only the head of state and the prime minister were left at the feet of the Statue of Victory. Bismarck said lightly, "Did you tell me all that?"
Xiao Letian sighed, "Don't let me come forward for this kind of thing in the future. Why can't you just go straight to the king and confess it? I was really anxious just now, and I almost got blamed."
Bismarck's eyes were fixed on the tall Statue of Victory. He said calmly, "This German chariot must move forward under my command. Only I can guide the direction, and no one else can!"
"Even the king can never block my way of dedicating myself to Germany! Look at this." After saying this, Bismarck handed something to Xiao Letian.
