My Italian

"I don't know, His Excellency Ambassador Furam, what's the purpose of this visit?"

In the office, Carlo looked at the British ambassador in front of him with a smile and asked what he wanted.

Facing the booming British, Carlo, the king, had to put on a friendly expression. No way, the British are so powerful now that no one dares to ignore their existence.

Especially for the current Italy, it is even more difficult to offend. If nothing else, as long as the Suez Canal is closed to Italy, its troops preparing to expedition to Abyssinia will need to sail around Africa by boat. The 200 million lire war bond could not be supported for even two months.

In the face of the polite Carlo, Ambassador Foram would not underestimate it at all. He had served as an ambassador in Rome for three years, and he had a full understanding of the king's abilities and knew that he was not as kind as he appeared.

But this time, he really came to visit.

I saw him say with a smile on his face. "Your Majesty Carlo, this time I am here with a goodwill."

Ambassador Flam's words caused a shadow to flash in Carlo's heart. The ambassador's politeness meant that his visit was definitely not easy.

"Oh, I don't know what this kindness is, but the Ambassador can come in person."

Sure enough, Flam's words immediately made Carlo feel unusual.

"Your Majesty Carlo, this time I brought the goodwill of the Abyssinian Emperor Johannes IV. He is willing to show goodwill to avoid such disputes from continuing."

At this time, how could Carlo not understand that this Ambassador Flam, or the British behind him, wanted to be a peacemaker.

And Carlo's expression darkened immediately.

"The dispute between our country and the Abyssinian Empire cannot be settled with a single sentence."

Facing Carlo's gloomy expression, Fram completely ignored it and continued. "Your Majesty Carlo, let's listen to the kindness of Johannes IV."

Considering the importance of the British, Carlo could only listen to the ambassador's speech.

"His Majesty Carlo, the Abyssinian Emperor Johannes IV, expressed his regret for the conflict between the two countries in Adiquara. In order to achieve peace between the two countries, Johannes IV decided to withdraw his army 30 kilometers to avoid Let the two countries continue to misunderstand. For the Italian officers and soldiers who suffered losses in this conflict, Johannes IV gave 120,000 pounds as economic compensation. In addition, Johannes IV decided to hand over Dallol to your country for management. ."

Carlo looked at him after Ambassador Flam finished speaking. "No other terms?"

"There is none at the moment, but if you are not satisfied, you can discuss it."

Is this ceded land (less than 5,000 square kilometers) and the compensation (only 120,000 pounds) ended?

In this case, Carlo expressed his own opinion. "I have only two conditions. First, Johannes IV came to Rome in person to apologize to the families of the killed officers and soldiers. Second, the Abyssinian Empire exempted Italian goods from tax."

Hearing Carlo say these two items, Flam knew immediately that this condition could not be negotiated. Because the first rule is to completely throw the face of Emperor Johannes IV on the ground. If he apologizes from Rome in person, then the position of the emperor that he has won with great difficulty will also be lost.

As for the second item, it is even more impossible. Who can accept Abyssinia as a dumping ground for Italian goods.

However, Furam still does not give up, because it is London's order to avoid war between the two countries, which is related to Britain's layout in Africa. For the British who were driven out of the Sudan, the Sudan was in their pockets, and they did not want to see Italy occupy Abyssinia and spy on the Sudan.

"Your Majesty Carlo, these two items are too harsh. Can you reconsider them?"

Facing the words of the British ambassador, Carlo said without hesitation. "This is the biggest concession I can see for your country's face. In exchange for the previous idea, my country hopes to bring Johannes IV to Rome for trial."

Now Ambassador Furam knows what the Italians think, and he has no idea of ​​negotiating peace with Abyssinia at all.

"It is very regrettable that this will bring disaster to both countries."

In the face of Ambassador Flam whose tone changed, Carlo also responded without showing weakness. "If this happens to the British Empire, please tell me your country's decision."

"These are two different things that cannot be confused."

Facing such a double-standard performance by Ambassador Fram, Carlo couldn't help but ask. "I don't know if this visit is the idea of ​​your government or the idea of ​​Your Excellency the Ambassador."

In the face of Carlo's question, Ambassador Furam said. "This is my idea. At the same time, my government is also willing to let your country and Abyssinia resolve their disputes based on the principle of peace."

Ambassador Furam's words mean that the UK will not make trouble with Italy on the bright side, as long as this is enough.

"Thank you for the kindness of the Ambassador, but the gap between our country and Abyssinia is too great, and it is difficult to negotiate."

Carlo's words represented Italy's rejection of British mediation.

"That's a pity."

Since we can't talk about it, there is nothing to say about it~www.wuxiamtl.com~ Ambassador Fulam then left the palace.

After the British ambassador left, Carlo called the captain of the guard. "Send a message to the military and ask them to make another plan, because Britain and France are likely to give Abyssinia military assistance."

When Felipe Mitch heard this, he knew the seriousness of the matter and replied immediately. "I'll arrange someone here, not I will send the news to the military in person."

Although Carlo is vague, he is sure that these two countries will definitely make small moves behind their backs.

The United Kingdom is because of the Sudan, not to mention France. How could the Paris government forget Italy's performance in the Sino-French war.

After Carlo informed the military of his judgment, the original plan was immediately overturned, because he was worried about the small actions of Britain and France. It is rare for the military to be arrogant this time, and a big deal came.

The 3rd Army, which has been stationed in the Alps all the year round, is one of the core units of Italy's defense against France. This time the war against Abyssinia will be based on this army. In addition, the 3rd Mountain Brigade, the 6th Mountain Brigade, the 7th Artillery Regiment, and a part of the 6th Division were added, plus two regiments of the Guards, so that the total war on Abyssinia was completed. The strength is as high as 53,000.

Of course it will take time to transport these troops to the Eritrean front. If nothing else, the amount of transport of weapons and ammunition alone is staggering. The military has set up a temporary transport department for this purpose to take charge of all this.

Of course, regarding the general actions of Italy, Britain and France informed the Abyssinian Emperor Johannes IV through various channels.

Knowing that he stabbed the black emperor in a basket, of course he wouldn't sit still.

Then the cloud of war loomed over the land of East Africa.

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