"So it seems that we have reached a consensus? Although the result is not good, the basis for our cooperation is still there," Caroli said.

"We can continue to cooperate, but the assistance from the British Empire is not free. So we have our own requirements this time. First, we will deliver the weapons and materials you need to you in the next 10 days as agreed. But in return, in the first week after you control the regime, you must pay 30% of all the previous materials quotes." William stretched out a finger and said.

"That means we have to pay £600,000? That's too much," Caroli said.

"Budapest is the richest city in Hungary, with hundreds of thousands of middle-class and nobles here, and hundreds of families that have been passed down for hundreds of years. Therefore, you have no problem with solvency, and it can even be said to be a drop in the bucket. Therefore, we believe that whether to repay is an attitude rather than a skill issue. This is our bottom line!" William did not continue to listen to the other party's explanation at all, and began to talk about the second condition.

"To ensure that the conflict in Transylvania does not intensify, we ask your government to withdraw troops from the above areas immediately after controlling the regime." William stood up and pointed several areas on the huge sand table.

"Is this equivalent to letting us give up the southern part of Transylvania?" Caroli's words have already revealed a strong hostility. "Although we advocate peace, it does not mean that we can be weak."

"You must take practical actions to express goodwill. You must know that this time, the military personnel of the Allies will act together with you. We are just an intermediary. If we cannot make some actions that make them feel good enough, the result of our cooperation will not be very good. Moreover, even if Budapest is taken down, you still need to gather the army and control other areas. Those nobles who have ruled in Hungary for hundreds of years are not so easy to be uprooted." William said.

"Good intentions are mutual. We can withdraw from the above areas, but the armed forces of the Allies cannot enter." Asia's words have already revealed the meaning of compromise.

"We can negotiate this issue in detail, and we have no intention of splitting Hungary." William also made appropriate concessions.

"So how many armed personnel can you provide?" Caroli asked.

"At least 3,000 soldiers who have been through the battlefield for a long time, and they can carry light weapons and ammunition, but the food and accommodation cost needs to be arranged by you. If the road is clear, they can arrive within a week. The command of a French officer. I think you will have a happy cooperation." William said.

"The third condition is that after you take power, you must make actions that essentially cut off relations with Vienna, such as implementing martial law in areas controlled by the Hungarian government, and prohibiting Austrian military personnel and materials from reaching the eastern front through Hungary," William said.

"This is OK." Yaxi agreed very simply, because, judging from the current situation, he felt that Vienna seemed to have realized that there would be major changes in Hungary. A large amount of materials were actually transported to the eastern line through Galicia, Austria. There are also several channels in Hungary, but these channels have been controlled by the Austrian military. The British proposed to implement these things in "areas controlled by the Hungarian government". For Caroli, this requirement is not too much. After all, he has the final say what is a "controllable area". Even if the liaison is cut off, Vienna has other channels to use. As long as it is not particularly excessive, judging from the current situation, Vienna does not seem to want to wade into the muddy waters of Hungary.

"Very good, we have reached a consensus on most issues. So, I have one last question. If the German and Austrian troops launch a military offensive after you take power, then what will you do to deal with it?" Only now has William begun to use his knowledge and ability as an officer.

"So do you have any good suggestions?" Caroli said. German and Austrian interference was Caroli's most worried about. After all, in his opinion, killing the nobles is not difficult, but it is too difficult to block German and Austrian army. If you cannot have the most basic self-defense ability in military affairs, the so-called Hungarian independence is a joke.

"Mobilize citizens to collect materials and supplies as much as possible, and then build Budapest or other major cities that you can control into fortresses! I have a complete plan that will allow the German and Austrian army to flow into blood in Budapest!" William said.

"Does that mean we have to give up the vast area, and while the German and Austrian troops are bleeding, the Hungarian nation may have to pay more?" Caroli asked.

"War is a fact, and as an officer, I can only make a proper judgment based on the current situation and conditions. The possible political and moral risks are not within my consideration. At present, this is the only way to choose your country." William said.

William is right. It is impossible to defeat the German and Austrian army in the field. If Hungary really has this ability, it will end up in this current situation? Whether it is history or reality, the Hungarian army is simply unreliable for being good at fighting, but I just don’t know what will happen if I fight with the Italians...

Therefore, William's suggestion was very realistic, and to be honest, William even didn't care whether Carolly could finally block the German and Austrian army. It would be best to block it, but if it couldn't, he could only try to consume German and Austrian power and share the pressure from the Russians on the Eastern Front.

"I hope this situation is better not to happen." Caroli said in his heart. In fact, although he is a firm Hungarian nationalist, as a politician, he is still very clear about the difference in power between Hungary and Germany and Austria, and also knows the current situation in Hungary. Although he really set Hungary's independence as the highest goal this time, it does not prevent him from vaining his sarcasm in actual operations and Vienna... and does not prevent him from setting his goal lower at this stage.

That's right, it's just a false conspiracy! After taking power, Caroli didn't plan to announce the first time that he would draw a clear line with Austria, and just maintain the status quo in politics. After all, Hungary now does not even have enough materials to maintain the normal operation of society. If he completely gets into evil with Vienna, let alone fight, and directly blocking the border, the Hungarian government can collapse! And if this kind of close relationship can be maintained and the wealth of the nobles is checked, the Hungarian government can still survive the most difficult period through trade!
Chapter completed!