World War 202 (2)
North Britain’s diplomatic power extended even to Russia.
Until now, Russia had remained neutral in the British civil war.
They had kidnapped Princess Ophelia and were preparing for a war to devour Europe, so they thought they could be invaded by Easterfield if they made a mistake.
However, North Britain’s persuasive power was enough to move Russia.
“No matter how powerful the Easterfield Navy is, it will never be able to defeat us if we cut off the supply lines with our new cannons.”
Romansky was blinded by Northern Chester’s plans.
Even though it was a new country, it was thought that it might be possible to overthrow the superpower that dominates the whole world, Easterfield.
As Northern Chester said, the army would naturally collapse when supplies were cut off.
Now, Northern Britain was stimulating Greece and Eastern Europe by making Italy independent, which meant that it could cut off support from the Netherlands and Austria.
“If we can completely separate Poland and Hungary from Austria and persuade the Balkans to reach the North Sea, Easterfield’s expeditionary force will have no choice but to retreat. You can’t starve to death in the North Sea, can you?”
“right. If France were on your side, it would be natural for the supply routes to be blocked, whether by sea or land. Besides, the British navy is in your hands, right?”
“That’s it. The reason we have no choice but to win this war. If we open up the sea route for you, the army will easily flow in, and if we advance south, the war will be over. Is that all? Spain, Lisbon, and beyond to Africa, we can advance with great force.”
“… … Africa!”
In the past, Africa was often called the land of fire and was often ignored, but now, along with the Middle East, it has become a more prosperous country than Europe.
Even though there was a fence in the Easterfield Federation, they thought that as long as they landed on their land, they had a chance to win.
“How are you? We will help you advance into the land of opportunity. We will eat up all the foundations of Easterfield between us!”
“… … Good. You’ve been so cramped all this time. Now that my back hurts, I will fight it without getting hurt anymore!”
Northern Britain finally agreed to form an alliance with the Russian Empire.
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Taken from noblemtl.com
Meanwhile, Hungary, Poland and the Czech Republic expressed their intention to separate from the Austrian Empire.
This expression of intent was causing a military clash, because of the persuasion of Northern Chester in Northern England.
Lee Hwan thought that he should not delay any longer.
Easterfield dispatched Deputy Foreign Minister Hans Palmer to the Italian Peninsula.
Tuscany and Sicily were astonished at the sight of Hans Palmer and his soldiers who appeared on the Italian peninsula within a few days from the mainland.
It was even said that the 300 soldiers who landed through a submarine were ‘the reaper of the sea’.
Hans Palmer visited the Kingdom of Sicily.
Northern British troops had not yet been stationed, but Easterfield’s army came first, so Sicily was at a loss for what to do.
“… … Are you trying to invade our land?”
“no. We, Easterfield, want to establish the Italian Republic and restore your sovereignty.”
“republic?”
“Until now, the Italian peninsula has remained de facto made up of city-states, deprived of sovereignty by the great powers. Despite the fact that the kingdom was established, it was still under the control of the Austrian Empire. We came here because we want to completely break that chain of domination and give us the right not to be invaded by powers.”
“The right not to be violated?”
“If you join our Easterfield Federation, you will be able to exercise sovereignty by local autonomy in a united Italy.”
From Italy’s point of view, who would be better protected from the North British or Easterfield?
Italy, which until now had been living in a state of disrepair under Austrian rule, could have been restored to its sovereignty by Easterfield.
Also, they could have their land deprived of powers and live on a throne with only a name.
Excluding all those risks, it was a really attractive proposition for any region belonging to Italy.
But Easterfield taught them one most important thing.
“If you join our Easterfield Federation, you will be free from any invasions in the future. As you can see now, we have taken over all the roads of the world. That our strength and economic power can be a part of it.”
“Oh oh… … !”
“There is only one condition. In order to join our federation, we must achieve democracy in some way.”
“democracy… … ?”
“Even if there is a royal family, a constitutional monarchy or a parliament must be formed to return the sovereignty of the country to the people. It’s okay to have a dynasty. It doesn’t matter if you wash it. But the aristocracy and tyranny that can oppress the people is unacceptable.”
The reason Easterfield was able to become a powerful federal state as it is today was because the people were living as the masters of the state.
If Lee Hwan had usurped them with such great power and power, Easter Field would not have been able to cover such a vast territory.
Officials of the Kingdom of Sicily in trouble.
Hans Palmer gave them a decisive shot.
“For reference, we at Easterfield will never tolerate hostile forces. It does not forgive the axis of evil that harms democracy. We have made Northern England and Russia the axis of evil. Keep that in mind.”
“… … The axis of evil.”
“The Federal fleet is advancing. Please make a prudent decision.”
Will it be the one that cheers the Easterfield Federation forces as they move, or the one who trembles in fear and weeps?
There was only one thing Sicily could make in that decision.
“… … I will join.”
“We do not recommend joining by force. Think again.”
“I’ll do it. From now on, we will wave the black hammered flag whenever the Federation moves.”
Hans Palmer grinned.
“You made the right decision.”
***
A few days later, Italian cities and countries, including the Duchy of Tuscany, joined the Federation of Easterfield.
The Federation of Easterfield recognized the sovereignty of Italy and declared the region to be the Italian Democratic Republic.
Now, the Italian nobles will turn their bases into businesses, and the people will vote to decide the representatives of the parliament and the heads of the executive branch.
Easterfield’s actions provoked anger in North Germany.
A letter was sent to the Austrian Empire Central Conference stating that the nobles of Northern Germany could no longer stand on the side of the Empire.
George Holland I had a perplexed expression on his face.
“Are the empires going to split in the end?”
“It was planned anyway. Together with Easterfield, we will end the civil war and end the world war in Europe.”
Roan felt content that everything was going his way.
However, George Holland I was not like that.
“But if we fight Russia like this, it is clear that our territory will be devastated. Then, aren’t all the arguments my father has made so far distorted?”
Wolfgang Schberreitz, the son of George Holland I and Roan, refuted his father’s claims head-on.
Roan then scolded him lowly.
“… … Your Majesty, look at the current situation. Our land can be invaded by Russia at any time, and many countries in Eastern Europe want independence. Even though our national fortune is gradually declining, are you not seeing the big picture?”
“The land is devastated. No matter how big the picture is.”
“The land is not desolate.”
“… … What do you mean?”
“Easterfield’s forces will send a fleet to the heart of the Russian Empire, and before land forces can reach them, they will be doomed. The same goes for Northern England. The only survivors now are the Greeks, and they are not safe either. This is because the number of Easterfield federal forces in Africa and Middle East Asia is close to 500,000. In addition, military supplies are directly produced there, and fuel can also be supplied. How many days do you think it will take for such a federal army to clear Greece? no how many days? We should be able to clear things up in a few hours.”
Wolfgang didn’t feel very well because his father seemed to keep shrinking the empire’s territory.
But Roan already had a plan.
“… … The boy’s thoughts were too short.”
“Your Majesty, everything is subject to trend. When I first saw Easterfield I, I was sure he was going to be a hit. Everything in this world revolves around Easterfield.”
“Uh… … .”
“Thanks to the Easterfield Commonwealth, we have been able to thrive as we are today. If we force ourselves to isolate ourselves from them and build our own independent power, the luck of the country will run out as it is. Rather, I think it would be more appropriate to borrow the power of Easterfield in the pursuit of a peaceful point of view.”
Wolfgang had no choice but to sympathize with Roan’s words.
He couldn’t find anything wrong with his father’s words.
Roan advised Wolfgang to focus on suppressing the rebellion in North Germany and turn off the attention of Russia and Italy.
“Italy is now part of the Easterfield Federation. It’s not something we can do any more. If this is the case, while maintaining the current territory, it is judged that it is better to strengthen the territory by negotiating with Hungary and Poland. We will subdue North Germany and embrace the rest of the powers.”
“Should all this be done at the same time as Easterfield’s military intervention?”
“of course. If we keep an eye on the Easterfield Federal Army advancing into Russia, the rest of the forces will take care of themselves.”
Power is the best way to achieve balance.
So far, Europe has been driven by the logic of power, and it will always be.
This is because the power of the world was power, and it was like the truth that explained all logic.
Of course, there is an order to wielding power.
“In order for the Easterfield Federation to overwhelm North Germany, wouldn’t it be necessary to organize Belgium first?”
“Belgium… … . That’s right. That is the biggest problem.”
Belgium is the second heart of the Netherlands, with one-third of the wealth accumulated in the United Kingdom.
In the northern Holland region, even if the Benheren family held it tight, Belgium was a force that rebelled against the royal family.
If Belgium moved against the will of Easterfield, it was clear that Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary would seek their support.
“You’re going to lead the Easterfield Army to the Netherlands first.”
“All right. I will convey my father’s will to Easterfield.”