"I'm very sorry. I can only use very dark judgments to predict the future of the German Empire... Of course, it's not that I am not optimistic about this empire. On the contrary, I think that the German Empire will definitely create brilliance in many industries in the future!"
"In industries such as technology, art, education, heavy industry, etc., you will lead the world in the future. I mean there are enough people who flatter you, and I am not missing one..."
"Then let me make a dark prophecy! At the same time, I also hope that my prophecy will not come true, because I really don't want to see that scene!"
Bismarck's expression was extremely serious. He nodded to Xiao Letian. They were all old friends and there was no need to be polite. He wanted to listen attentively!
"If the militaristic force that founded the German Empire is not restrained or channeled, the empire will develop in two directions in the future!"
"This is actually an old case that has happened many times in Chinese history!"
"If militarism continues to spread like this, and more and more people are affected by this kind of thinking, more and more people will choose to use force to solve problems!"
"They are not even solving the problem at all, but creating it... After all, only by launching a war can a large number of opportunities for promotion be created. During the war, the lucky ones can improve their class the fastest!"
"I can foresee that the German Empire will set its sights on all German-speaking areas in Europe. Now Austria cannot be alone. The Kaisers of all generations will definitely hold high the two banners of German nationalism and militarism and pay tribute to all the people of the same nation. People wave!”
"You will provide funds to support armed uprisings and referendums on independence by German-speaking people in other countries, and then forcibly annex them!"
"Every newly added territory will once again stimulate the emotions of domestic militaristic believers, and they will think that their way is always right!"
"Gradually, the national self-determination of the German-speaking areas can no longer satisfy the appetite of this empire. Your eyes will be turned to the whole world, and you also need vast colonies!"
"Africa, Asia, South America... you won't even let go of the frozen Antarctica. The German flag will fly in the new colonies. You are eager for the base of raw materials. You need new dumping markets!"
"In order to safeguard maritime interests, the construction plan of the Grand Fleet has finally been put on the schedule. I believe that Germany's military industry will make a lot of money during that period... Haha, I will definitely buy a large number of military stocks by then, and I will You have to make a fortune!”
"Finally, Britain can't stand it anymore. Germany's expansion has become a thorn in Britain's heart. They will warn the Kaiser's cousin. In the end, kinship relations will not affect the interests of the great powers!"
"The arms race has begun, and Germany's wealth has begun to pour into the military like sea water... And military investment itself is a rehearsal for war. This is the advance preparation period for militarism to conduct war business!"
"Finally... bang!" Xiao Letian exaggeratedly made an explosive gesture with his hands. "Britain will definitely go to war with Germany! Of course, both sides will definitely have many allies by then!"
"Britain and France will be allies, and Germany and Austria-Hungary will join forces closely... This is the basic configuration, and other countries will invest in it later!"
"The European War started like this. Isn't it very simple?"
"The war in Europe alone will not end. In this era, global colonization has come to an end. The colonies of various countries will also work hard for the mother country. The all-out war in Europe will suddenly escalate into a world war!"
"Believe me, if your militarism continues to develop like this, the final outcome will be like this, it is unavoidable!"
Bismarck's face was already livid. This was not because he was angry, but because he realized that Xiao Letian's judgment was basically consistent with his own. This was because he was worried about the future of the empire.
"Thank you for your honesty. You are my true friend, a good friend who tells the truth... You also said that there is a second possibility. What kind of possibility is it? Is it dangerous?"
"Haha...of course it's dangerous, very dangerous, extremely dangerous!"
"Remember the example I gave of the violent Qin Dynasty? A gold-eating monster like the military group that does not produce but consumes wealth extremely, if it cannot be nourished by the flesh and blood of other countries, it will definitely suck the flesh and blood of its own country!"
"Maintaining a large army is very expensive. Upgrading new weapons, developing technology, training new arms and expanding the navy all require huge funds. At that time, these funds will have to be passed on to the people of the German Empire!"
"Will the people suffer unspeakably? Of course they will, but that's not what I want to say... because it is only natural that the people pay taxes for their country's military industry!"
"In human history, there have been many times when excessive taxes were imposed for war. If the people want national security, they have to pay more taxes. This matter itself will not cause trouble!"
"But exorbitant taxation is a kind of inducement!" At this point, Xiao Letian's eyes turned towards Paris.
Bismarck's heart skipped a beat. "You mean... the empire's increased taxes will eventually trigger workers' revolt?"
"Well! It's not just resistance. What you will encounter in the future will be countless demonstrations, violent conflicts, and various ideas competing for the hearts of the people!"
"Opposition parties will spring up like mushrooms after a rain, and some extreme ones will even directly want to overthrow the emperor's throne and change the entire German state structure!"
"Don't think it's impossible, but I say it's inevitable!"
"Because you know very well the current technological level and industrial strength of Germany! In the next few decades, Germany's industrial technology and productivity levels will definitely reach the highest level in the world!"
"But it's a blessing and a curse! Once such a huge productivity is released, industrial development will definitely create millions or even tens of millions of industrial workers!"
"Oh my God! Millions of workers in France have organized themselves to cause trouble, and they have already reduced the empire to this. What if it's tens of millions?"
"What's even more terrible is that you haven't been able to change the scale of the development of this military group. They will definitely reach out to plunder wealth from the people, and any plunder will intensify the antagonism of this group!"
Xiao Letian rubbed his temples, "If my guess is right, the two possibilities I mentioned above may both happen!"
"In other words, there will be a world war, and the surging revolutionary force in Germany will also break out! How can you survive the two extreme chaos?"
Bismarck was completely dizzy. He knew that Xiao Letian was not trying to scare him, nor was he just talking nonsense. He was a colleague who spoke clearly and clearly!
He let out a long sigh, "It seems that I have to dismantle this military group that I created with my own hands! As you said, I can only take the initiative to weaken this force!"
"Oh my God, Xiao Let! Sooner or later, you Chinese people will also encounter this kind of problem. How are you going to solve it?"
