Chapter 956 The only one I can trust is the French army

Charles was convinced that Russia would continue the war.

It is not only because of historical inertia, but also because of interests.

This is like investing in a project. When the time for harvest has come and you can make back your money with interest, you give up at the last minute. Not only will you lose all your money, but you will also have to pay a large amount of compensation.

No one would do such a stupid thing.

However, Charles knew that this would be disadvantageous to Russia, and what awaited it in the future was the "October Revolution".

But this is not a problem that Charles needs to consider. At present, the best, cheapest and fastest way to save Romania, or to save his own oil fields, is to pull Russia back into the war.

Queen Marie did so. Instead of returning to her country, she flew to Russia to lobby Brusilov.

Brusilov sent a telegram to Charles: "Your analysis is correct, but do you really think that we are in a situation like this, and it is still suitable to fight the Germans?"

Charles felt guilty, but he called back without hesitation:

"You should know, General."

"This is not up to you, nor is it up to me, nor even up to Russia."

"The Germans have absolute control. Perhaps you should ask the Germans this question!"

After saying this, Charles's guilt completely disappeared.

This is none of my business, thought Charles.

Brusilov thought about it and felt that Charles was right. This was not a situation that could be controlled by human power.

The victorious Germany would not easily stop the war. They wanted land, money and reparations.

Russia had only two options: surrender or resistance.

Brusilov chose to resist. He nodded and called Charles back:

"I'll do what you say. Your suggestion is good."

"It would be much easier to reinforce Romania than to organize a defense in Russia itself, because it was behind the Germans."

"At the same time, Romania has a large amount of food, minerals and oil. If Romania falls, it means that Russia will lose hope of resistance!"

Charles breathed a sigh of relief.

The next thing to do is to send transport planes to Romania with 2,000 paratroopers to buy time. Russian reinforcements will arrive in a few days and Romania will be able to hold on.

Before he could even turn around, Charles received a thank-you letter from Queen Marie:

"Incredibly, we actually convinced General Brusilov."

"Thank you very much, Lieutenant General. You have saved Romania again. Your wisdom is unmatched."

"I really wish I were right here with you right now to express my warmest gratitude to you!"

However, Queen Mary was still a little worried. She asked: "Can General Brusilov convince the Provisional Government? I heard that the Provisional Government is in chaos and they lack experience in governing the country."

"Don't worry." Charles called back: "Even if there is chaos and even if they all have their own agenda, they can reach a consensus on this issue. It won't take long."

The only thing that unites capitalists is profit.

It is impossible for them not to see such a huge benefit in front of them.

…

As soon as Charles sat down at his desk, the guard came forward and reported: "General, King Constantine I of Greece is at the door. He wants to talk to you."

Charles frowned. King of Greece?

About whether the British should withdraw their troops from Greece?

Why not just let the representatives in Paris come to negotiate? Why do they all come from thousands of miles away in person?

Then Charles realized that this seemed to be a kind of etiquette they considered: it seemed too hasty to let the representative in Paris come to see a big man like Charles to talk about matters of life and death of the country.

Unconsciously, Charles found himself becoming an important figure that made the queen and the king be cautious.

"Let him in," said Charles.

Constantine I, dressed in military uniform, walked into the office with a smile on his face. When he saw Charles standing up to greet him, he quickly took off his military cap and stepped forward to shake hands: "It's nice to see you again, Lieutenant General."

"Me too, Your Majesty." Charles originally planned to invite Constantine I to sit down on the sofa, but when he saw Constantine I looking in the direction of the British army's office, he understood his concerns.

"Let's talk in the conference room." Charles waved his hand behind him.

Constantine I felt relieved and nodded to Charles gratefully: "Thank you, Lieutenant General."

The conference room was much quieter. Although some radio beeps and signalmen's calls could still be heard, they were no longer a big deal.

Charles handed Constantine I a cup of coffee. Seeing that he was still tense and fidgeting, he comforted him, "Don't worry, Your Majesty. This is France. No one in France dares to do anything to you, not even the British."

Constantine I breathed a sigh of relief and looked at Charles gratefully:

"Thank you very much, Lieutenant General."

"I know this, and it's ironic to me."

"I'm sorry, I mean no offense. I mean, I'm even safer in France than in my own country."

The voice was bitter and helpless.

Charles sighed inwardly, this is what the law of the jungle means.

If the country is not strong enough, the king will become a fish on the chopping board of others at any time.

If not, it is because it has no use value!

Constantine I complained to himself, as if he was complaining, or accusing Britain of its crimes:

"I have been the target of several assassination attempts, and although the assassins were Greek and disguised as accidents, I believe they were connected to the British."

"They can do anything for profit."

"I'm glad you're different from the British, and I'm glad you lead France!"

…

Charles listened quietly, giving encouragement from time to time.

He could understand Constantine I very well. He had never encountered any setbacks in his life and was deeply influenced by German military thought during his training at a German military academy.

After commanding several battles and wanting to revive Greece, he suddenly found that he was nothing in front of a big country. Not only his throne but even his life was threatened.

Powerlessness, frustration, and humiliation were things he had never experienced in his life.

All this suddenness made him panic and he didn't know what to do. Charles was his last straw.

"I will keep my promise, sire," said Charles.

"France will respect the sovereignty of every country, and Greece has joined the 'League of Nations', so we are allies."

"I believe it won't be long before Parliament withdraws the French troops from Greece."

Constantine I became nervous: "No, General, I hope you don't withdraw the French troops."

"What?" Charles thought he had misheard.

Wasn’t it Constantine I’s wish that the British and French troops withdraw from Greece?

Constantine I nodded affirmatively:

"General, the only army I can trust is the French army."

"With the French troops stationed in Greece, the British will not be too presumptuous, and I still have a place to stay."

"But if the French troops withdraw, I can't believe what will happen."

Charles understood.

Once the French troops withdraw from Greece, the British will take the opportunity to "occupy" the entire Greece.

This was something Constantine I did not want to see.

(End of this chapter)