My Italy

"Thank you very much for the information from your country."

Although it has not been verified, Prime Minister Cecil, who has a good education, still expressed his gratitude.

"It's nothing. Our country has the same worries about this."

Buckner made a sympathetic comment, and the conversation became better.

Having a common enemy can indeed build relationships, not only for individuals but also for countries.

Feeling that the time was ripe, Bacona took the initiative to focus on France and Russia.

"Actually, our country believes that we are not too worried about the proximity of Russia and France because it is located in Western Europe and is surrounded by my country and Germany to balance it, so the French should not make any surprising moves. However, the Russians are not too That’s easy to say…”

At this point, it was natural for Bacona to stop there.

As for Prime Minister Cecil, he heard the mysterious sound and knew the elegant meaning, but Britain did not have much to do with Russia. This European steamroller spanning Asia and Europe has always been a headache for the British Empire.

Greed and insatiable appetite have always given Russia a bad reputation in Europe. Although there had been the Crimean War before, Britain and France worked together to teach this arrogant polar bear a lesson. But the subsequent Tenth Turkish-Russian War showed that the Russians had completely healed their scars and forgotten the pain.

Thinking of this, Cecil couldn't help but sigh, "The Russians are really troublesome to the civilized world."

At this time, Bacona took the opportunity to speak. "The ambitions of the Russians are known throughout Europe. They want Warsaw and Constantinople. Now that they have obtained Warsaw, the next step should be Constantinople. We must take precautions against this."

Facing Bacona's words, Cecil was somewhat silent, because this was an obligation for the British Empire. You must know that the UK has always refused to be involved in the affairs of the European continent, and if the UK is held responsible for this, it will inevitably let them get into the muddy waters of European affairs.

As Prime Minister, Cecil certainly didn't want to see it. He hesitated for a while and then spoke. "Your Excellency Bakona, you must know that the treaty signed between our country and your country and Austria-Hungary two years ago has already made the Russians retreat in the face of difficulties. If they continue to want to sign a new treaty because of Russia, our people may not be willing to sign a new treaty. See."

Cecil obviously misunderstood what Bacona meant. He thought that Bacona wanted to drag Britain into the water and re-sign a treaty against Russia.

During the Bulgarian crisis (because Ferdinand I ascended the throne of Bulgaria), Britain, Italy, and Austria-Hungary signed a Mediterranean treaty, mainly to deal with possible Russian intervention in Bulgaria. In this treaty, Britain had almost no responsibilities, and Italy and Austria were mainly responsible.

Obviously, Cecil believed that this was Italy's dissatisfaction with Britain's failure to assume its obligations, and he intended to drag Britain back into troubled waters.

"But Your Excellency, that was two years ago. France and Russia were not so close two years ago. At that time, we only had to deal with the pressure from Russia. But now we have more potential opponents. It is impossible to be the same." ”

Facing Cecil who refused to accept the attack, Baccona wanted to throw the blame on the opponent.

"But this has not reached the point where we need to re-sign the treaty. Even if France and Russia really form an alliance, we can wait until the treaty expires and then renegotiate."

Prime Minister Cecil, who was an excellent push hand player, simply refused to accept this move.

Faced with Cecil's rogue-like behavior, Bacona no longer wanted to provoke him, so he spoke immediately. "Our country believes that under the current circumstances, if we want to continue to lock Russia in the Black Sea, we must add another layer of insurance."

Facing Bacona's words, Cecil asked with interest. "Then what do you think of your country?"

"Our country believes that at present, the Ottomans simply cannot bear the heavy responsibility of blocking Russia, and it is necessary to add an insurance policy."

Facing Bacona's words, Cecil did not speak, but continued to wait for the next step.

Seeing that the Prime Minister of the British Empire was motionless, Bacona lost a bit of momentum. But there is no way. The British must agree to this matter, or at least acquiesce, otherwise this war will not be fought at all.

"Our country believes that if we want to block the Russians in the Black Sea, we cannot rely on the Ottomans themselves. It is best to add a powerful country to the region. And our country is very honored and willing to assume this responsibility."

"Ha ha ha ha!!"

Facing Bacona's words, Prime Minister Cecil suddenly burst out laughing with joy. His expression was as if he had seen something very funny, and he was not fake at all.

Facing the hearty laughter of Prime Minister Cecil, Bacona knew what the other party was laughing at. He was laughing at Italy's overestimation of its capabilities.

Prime Minister Cecil's unabashed laughter can tell how much Britain attaches importance to Italy.

After Prime Minister Cecil stopped speaking, he spoke with a hint of apology. "I'm sorry, I just thought of a funny thing and couldn't hold it back. I lost my temper."

Although Bacona wanted to ask him if his wife had given birth to a child, considering the relationship between the two countries and the fact that he wanted to ask for help, he could only choose to be generous.

"Nothing, I believe this must be a very joyful thing."

After exposing this embarrassment, Cecil continued to ask. "I think your country plans to go to war with the Ottomans, and seeking help from our country is the purpose of your visit."

Seeing his purpose, Cecil pointed it out without hesitation. As a qualified diplomat, Bacona immediately considered the gains and losses in his mind.

"Yes, I admit that our country does have this idea, but considering the current situation in the Eastern Mediterranean, I think it is necessary to do so. The corrupt bureaucrats of the Ottoman Empire have always been unwilling to make progress. Our country believes that instead of letting them If we continue to be swallowed up by Russia, it is better for us to take action first. Of course, your country's opinion is the most important, and our country will also respect the interests of the British Empire."

This is Bacona's way of expressing Italy's attitude to Britain. I respect Britain's opinions and am willing to guarantee Britain's interests in exchange for Britain's acquiescence.

Faced with Bacona's words, Cecil stood up and looked motionless at the portrait of St. George slaying the dragon in the living room. As the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bacona certainly knew what the other party was thinking, so he didn't dare to interrupt. Then the entire living room immediately became quiet, and apart from the ticking of the clock, there was also a solid atmosphere in the air.

Not long after, Prime Minister Cecil suddenly turned and looked at him. "Your country needs to withdraw from the Tana River Basin, and Crete must be autonomous. The other conditions are the conditions your country has promised."

Obviously, this is the bottom line given by the British. Faced with Prime Minister Cecil's words, Bacona thought about it and said. "Our country agrees with your proposal in principle, but the specific decision still needs the approval of Rome."

"Go ahead, I'll wait for your news."

After sending Bacona away, Prime Minister Cecil looked at the oil painting with a trace of ridicule and said softly. "Even Italy wants to do the Balkans. It's really lively here."

That's right, in his opinion, Italians have no idea how much they weigh. It's not that easy to get out of that broken place in the Balkans.