Although Kai was angry about Diana's disobedience, there was nothing he could do. After all, Diana's position was never the same as his. Simply put, both of them have different views on the entire world. Diana could simply believe that Ares started this world war.
But if Kai thinks so, then he is a big fool.
The reason why Diana thinks so is entirely due to the limitations of the times and knowledge.
Before the outbreak of this world war, no one in the entire world would have thought that this war would be so cruel and large-scale. The same goes for all participating countries. The Germans have always been superstitious about the Schlieffen Plan.
The core of the so-called Schlieffen Plan is to move west first and then east. The plan envisioned that 79 divisions of the Western Front troops would be deployed on the Western Front to attack France in two ways, while only 10 divisions would be deployed on the Eastern Front to defend Russia. Germany imagines that it will take Russia 6 to 8 weeks to complete mobilization and launch war. Germany only needs to defeat France in this time period, and then it can turn around and slowly deal with Russia.
And how much time is left for France - 39 days!
The Germans always believed that the most tragic period of the war was only 39 days, a little more than a month. Once the battle is over, it's over. The Western Front is over. The Russians will only fight with them if they eat too much.
France and the United Kingdom actually thought the same way. France and the United Kingdom were holding Germany back on the Western Front, and then Russia could take advantage of it and conquer Germany in one fell swoop. The estimated time is no more than two months. (As a result, both sides were tricked by Russia. Details can be found on Baidu)
Several participating countries believed that the war would end in a short time.
No one expected that the war would start from 1914 to now!
Many people still can't figure out why the war was so tragic. It's not that Europe had never fought wars before. It can even be said that the wars in Europe have never stopped from beginning to end. But past war experience is completely useless for this war.
This confuses many people.
Anyway, everyone is sure of one thing now, that is, this war is definitely the most cruel war in history, and it is also the war to end all wars!
Like Diana, she thinks that the war will be so cruel because of Ares. The idea that killing Ares, the god of war, will bring balance to the world is actually not too much. But Kai knew very well that human beings' ability to commit suicide definitely exceeded human imagination. Twenty years later, another war more cruel than this war would start on this land.
At that time, more people died and the impact was greater.
As for whether humans will commit suicide again in the future... Kai is pessimistic.
Maybe one day the whole world will start dropping nuclear bombs on each other.
Although Ares is the god of war, it is never the gods who initiate wars. Only humans initiate wars.
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That night, Kai came to the banquet in advance in order to find Diana in advance and ask her to be honest so that things wouldn't get out of hand!
The dinner was not held in the city, but in a castle outside the city. Although it was not gorgeous, it had a good view and was quiet enough. It was the best place to hold an intimate banquet.
But obviously, Diana wasn't stupid and didn't show up at the meeting in the first place so that Kai could catch them. Kai waited for a long time and didn't see these two guys until the dance started. But the dance had started, and there was no way Kai would still be standing there waiting for them.
But Raven was very happy. For the first time in her life, she put on an evening dress and entered the upper class society. She didn't conjure up this evening dress. She had never worn an evening dress before, and she hadn't even seen it a few times. How could she have changed it?
Kay paid for the evening gown.
Although the dress is not new, at this time, everyone is very tolerant of this kind of thing. The whole of Europe is in a mess. Where can you find someone to make new evening dresses? Even if there are tailors, there are no raw materials.
A 80% new uniform is enough. The attendees are all soldiers, and all of them are high-level military officials. They are all veteran generals in the army and don't pay much attention to pomp and circumstance. As for the local celebrities... there are no celebrities, but any upper-class people with some ability have already run away. Either they go abroad, they follow the king to England, or they go to the coast and the capital. Where did Arlon come from? celebrity?
Although the level of the dance was really not high, it was still very grand under the arrangements of the local German command.
During the dance, both Ruiwen's beauty and Kai's identity received a lot of attention. This was also thanks to the fact that everyone present was a high-ranking member of the German army. Kai's status was neither high nor low, so he was able to be fooled. Especially Kai’s identity is an officer of the Fifth Army!
This identity is very particular. The commander-in-chief of this army is Crown Prince William! Oh no, this year, Crown Prince William is already the commander-in-chief of the army group. The Fifth Army is also known as "Crown Prince Wilhelm's Army".
To be honest, although there were many accusations against Crown Prince William after World War I, such as his recklessness and disobedience, at this time, regardless of his ability, under the propaganda of the German Empire, the lower-level officers had a poor impression of the Crown Prince. Go. Otherwise, the Fifth Army would not have become Crown Prince Wilhelm's Army.
The most interesting thing about this dance is that there is not a single general of the Fifth Army present! In other words, Crown Prince William was not involved in this party, not even a representative!
Very interesting, right?
If these military generals were just having a normal gathering, it would be impossible for them to make such a mistake and exclude the crown prince! Even if the Crown Prince himself is not invited, the Crown Prince will be asked to arrange a representative!
The Kaiser's prestige in the German Empire was still acceptable, at least much stronger than that of George V next door. Many military and national affairs could not bypass the Kaiser. Now on the front line, the German generals excluded the crown prince. The significance of this is self-evident.
However, this helped Kai. There were millions of German troops in France. Kai's disguised identity was just a school officer or a major. It was normal for other people in the army not to recognize him. Besides, , the people who came this time were all high-level people, so it was even more impossible for them to get to know Kai, a small character.
But thanks to Kai's identity, a group of high-level officials were still a little bit wary of Kai's arrival. Although they didn't think he was a spy of Crown Prince William, they still had to be polite. Of course, it was inevitable for a group of people around him to secretly stare at Kai. It is even very possible that after the banquet, Kai will die under various names.
There is no way, this thing is too strange. A group of high-ranking German military officials gathered in a small town without the Kaiser's knowledge. Who would believe it if there is no ghost? In order to ensure that the news is not leaked, it is really normal for Kai to be silenced.
But it's impossible to say for sure. With so many high-level officials gathered together, let alone the Crown Prince, even if the Kaiser came over now, it would be useless. He is just a little shrimp. It just depends on what the big guys at the meeting think. But necessary surveillance is absolutely indispensable.
If Kay was really Major Aldridge, he would really be worried about his life right now.
But the problem is that Kai is not Aldridge, so Kai didn't even look at the monitors.
A group of high-ranking German military officials did not engage in secret talks from the beginning, but had a very tacit understanding of eating, drinking and having fun. The dance soon entered a cheerful atmosphere with the support of a group of caring people. Whether it was a German army boss or a 'big shot' who came to make up the numbers, they all acted very enthusiastically.
Rui Wen has been invited to dance several times, but unfortunately Rui Wen can't dance... The court dance of the aristocratic dance in these days is really not something ordinary people can learn. So I could only stand reservedly beside Kai, holding Kai's arm, and declined politely. This is okay, the aristocracy is still very powerful in Europe these days, aristocratic style is still popular, and no idiot will become angry because of a lady's rejection. So most of them just smile and walk away.
Neither does Kai, by the way.
Therefore, I can only decline invitations from many women.
This is a little bit like that. It is very ungentlemanly for a man to refuse a lady's invitation. But Kai himself didn't care, and neither did anyone else. And the Junkers aristocrats... To be honest, they are all useless in the eyes of other European aristocrats, at least most of the middle and lower-class Junkers aristocrats. The Junkers are military aristocrats, most of them are the landlord class, and they are not the same as the mainstream European aristocrats. There is still a difference, and being rude is nothing.
This also makes Kai and Raven become outliers at the dance. A group of people are enjoying themselves, but they are playing one-two-three wooden figures. How can they not be outliers?
But Kai was not in a hurry. Instead, the old god stood there and waited.
wait for what? Of course they are the protagonists! These German generals can only be regarded as hunting rabbits, an unexpected gain.
Soon the main villain finally appeared on the stage. Ludendorff and Madam Viper came hand in hand. The two held hands and looked very close. They were still talking and laughing with each other while walking. Ludendorff was a typical German, tall, with a big beard and a military demeanor when he walked.
In comparison, Mrs. Viper is much more attractive. Except for a scar on her right face, she is absolutely a perfect woman. She has a sultry and beautiful appearance, a tall and plump figure, and although her green hair is a bit weird, it matches That extremely beautiful face is surprisingly well matched.
Others also expressed strong welcome to Ludendorff's appearance. No matter how many things Ludendorff did that made people and gods angry, one thing is certain, he is indeed a star on the battlefield! Because of his presence, the German army achieved a more glorious record than in the original history.
The German army always appears to be more tolerant towards those who can bring victory.
Ludendorff responded to these people's enthusiasm. And joined the dance very gregariously.
Following Ludendorff's appearance, two other protagonists soon followed. Steve and Diana also came in costume.
Steve was wearing a German colonel's uniform with the Iron Cross on his chest. Diana, on the other hand, is dressed in a lady's outfit, which looks quite suitable. Kai also had to admit that she was indeed a talented and beautiful woman, especially Diana. Her appearance directly dimmed the light of all the ladies in the venue, including Raven. Of course, they also put on some makeup, otherwise with Wonder Woman's popularity, they probably wouldn't have been able to sneak in so easily.
Kai patted Raven's hand and motioned for her to come with him.
Seeing Kai and Raven coming directly towards them, Diana was a little panicked. She felt that this was her responsibility and she had to do this. But she knew that what she did made Kai very angry, and she felt guilty for no reason.
"You two, aren't you going to explain?"
Kai stood in front of Diana and Steve with a smile, but there was no smile in his eyes.
"For Ares!" Diana could only stand up. Steve is still a bit unqualified against Kai.
"...I don't want to repeat what I said before. Diana, remember what I said and be patient. At least wait until I figure out what a group of high-level German soldiers are gathering here to do before you can take action!"
Seeing Kai's serious eyes, Diana struggled for a moment and finally chose to nod.
"very good!"
Kai then turned to look at Steve.
"Mr. Steve, my impression of you has always been very good before today. I don't know how soldiers are trained in the United States, but in the education I received, soldiers are never reckless! Let alone casual. Dominated by emotions. I know your little thoughts, but I never cared about them. Because I believe you are a sensible enough person! But now, I must change my mind."
Steve was a little embarrassed to have Kai reveal his thoughts so openly. But he was speechless. He was a spy, and being emotional was the most taboo thing in the spy profession.
"Okay, I don't want to say anything else. Remember your position and don't let me down again!" After speaking, Kai turned and left.
People are here, what can he do, drive them back? Fortunately, Diana should at least not be stupid now. As for now, Kai has more important things to do. Because inadvertently, several high-ranking German soldiers who were originally under Kai's focus of observation actually left the venue one by one.
Kai now had to follow and hear what exactly they were going to do.
Riven also left with Kai. She had to disguise herself as Kai and stay at the venue. There were so many people watching him. Without Riven's help, it would have taken less than a few minutes for him to be betrayed.
Using the excuse of going to the bathroom, Kai and Raven left the venue. After a while, only Major Aldridge came back, and her female companion stayed in the bathroom for some embarrassing reasons. The German army was not too wary of Ruiwen, a civilian, and they would not be suspicious for a while.
Kai relied on invisibility and followed a senior German officer to the basement.
In the underground conference room, many high-level German military leaders have gathered, and the number is still increasing. In about ten minutes, everyone who was supposed to come had basically arrived, the only thing missing was Ludendorff.
But Ludendorff's adjutant was in the conference room.
"Okay, everyone is here, we can start. Lieutenant Engel, let's hear what news Field Marshal Hindenburg has brought us." One of the German generals spoke to another adjutant. said the soldier.
Kay learned from the previous chats between these people that Lieutenant Engel was the aide-de-camp of Marshal Hindenburg, now the German Chief of Staff.
"Yes!" Although he is the adjutant of the Chief of General Staff, Lieutenant Engel's military rank is really not high enough in front of the generals here, so he still reported as a subordinate. "Marshal Hindenburg wants to tell you that the Kaiser is planning to sue for peace!"
boom!
This sentence made all the generals talk! In the eyes of these German generals, this was definitely a betrayal. They have the advantage on the front line, but the leaders at the rear are planning to surrender? That's right, asking for peace means surrender in the eyes of these soldiers!
Soldiers and politicians are always two different creatures, and they look at problems in completely different directions.
In the eyes of politicians, Germany has reached the point where it has run out of fuel. Especially in the eyes of the civil servant group headed by the black prime minister Theobaden von Bertmann Hollweg, Germany would have no future if it continued to conquer.
Germany has been running fiscal deficits for more than ten years and the entire country is breathless. Coupled with the continuous wars, Germany's domestic food and strategic material reserves are close to critical points, and Germany can no longer afford to consume them.
In addition, the advantages currently obtained on the battlefield are enough for Germany to end the war with dignity. They cannot exhaust the Allies. Especially after the Battle of Verdun, they seemed to have gained an advantage, but in fact, because of the unity of France and Britain, and the With the United States joining the war, their advantages are gradually losing. Maybe one day Verdun will completely collapse.
Rather than this, it would be better to negotiate peace as soon as possible and withdraw from the war with dignity. According to their current advantages, even if they cannot gain any territory in Europe, they can still force Britain and France to make concessions in their colonies.
The war has reached this point, and Britain and France can no longer hold on. If this continues, besides giving the United States a chance, what else can they get?
And I believe that the United States is also willing to let Germany cease the war, because a Germany that maintains a certain strength will also be of great help to the United States' international strategy. At least Germany's presence can distract the attention of Britain and France, allowing the United States more room for development.
Compared with the United Kingdom, the United States is most willing to see Europe hostility and containment of each other, especially to contain the United Kingdom. That is the situation the United States wants to see most. This was also part of the reason why the United States supported Germany after World War I.
In short, in the eyes of Prime Minister Holweg, now is the best opportunity.
It's a pity that the German generals didn't see it that way.
"Does this mean that we are fighting this war in vain? Not only can we not get any benefits on the Eastern Front, but we even have to keep France, our biggest enemy?"
"We have paid such a high price and fought this war, just to let those politicians sacrifice our interests in exchange for peace? What use is such peace to the great German Empire?"
"This is treason! This is betrayal!!!"
From the military's perspective, peace talks are undoubtedly unacceptable! This means that Germany has to give up a lot of the benefits it has already obtained. Or to put it another way, the military has to give up those benefits.
Germany's militarism did not happen overnight. The military's strength in Germany was so strong that even the Kaiser had to give in. In fact, after the death of Kaiser Wilhelm I (that is, the grandfather of the current Kaiser Wilhelm II), the royal family could no longer suppress the military's surge in strength. Being powerful means that the interests are great. This is not playing house. When the game is over, everyone goes back to their respective houses. The entanglement of interests involved can be written in hundreds of thousands of words.
At least from the military's point of view, it is undoubtedly foolish to negotiate peace when the war situation is favorable. As for the things that the civilian group is worried about... what does that have to do with generals like them? They are soldiers, do they still have to worry about this?
Kai's sense of these soldiers suddenly dropped a lot. Due to his experience as a soldier, Kai has always felt close to the soldiers. But now the soldiers who were supposed to protect their families and the country still had to continue this tragic war because of their own interests. This was something Kai couldn't accept.
It seems that not all politicians are dishonest!
"The Kaiser's attitude is biased towards our Chancellor?"
Lieutenant Engel said solemnly: "Your Majesty remained silent..."
Obviously, although the Kaiser did not speak, his attitude said everything.
"Then Field Marshal Hindenburg means..."
Lieutenant Engel did not answer directly, but talked about other things: "Marshal Hindenburg has asked General Ludendorff to prepare a feast for you. I believe that after you see those things, everything will be clear."
Ludendorff was Hindenburg's best partner, and the two were surprisingly consistent on many issues. It was also because of the support of Marshal Hindenburg that Ludendorff got to where he is today.
"So it turns out that this is why General Ludendorff hurriedly came back from the front line? Could it be that it is rumored that the new poison gas studied by General Ludendorff has been successful?"
Lieutenant Engel did not speak, but nodded silently.
"That's great! We..."
Before the German general finished speaking, he heard a huge artillery sound coming from outside!
Kai's expression changed immediately, Damn it! These guys came here to see the effects of weapons! The sound of the cannon just now was...
Gas bombs!
But why was it cast in advance!
Kai couldn't care about these people at this time, and directly showed his body shape and rushed out! This shocked the German generals!
