Chapter 573 Don’t talk more than half a sentence

As the capital of Italy, Rome is not as prosperous as Paris, but it is not far behind.

In addition, a large number of relics from the Roman Empire era in the city echo with the modern neighborhoods, which have both historical weight and modern sunrise, adding a few different styles to it.

Therefore, even members of the French delegation who have seen a lot of the world praised it.

This time, the French delegation is here to visit, led by the President of Parliament Ribes to visit and visit the operation of the Italian conference.

In fact, what is there to visit in the Italian Parliament, its function is similar to that of the German Parliament, both of which are parliaments under the dual constitutional monarchy.

Of course, according to President Ribes, every parliamentary model has its own role. As a parliamentary country, France needs to learn from each other’s strengths, absorb the democratic political experience of any country, and provide enough experience for French political activities.

Look, the speaker of the Ribes parliament is at a high level, and he said this visit so noble.

Since the noble French delegation came to Rome, in addition to normal visits and visits, it is also necessary to walk around to see and appreciate the folk customs of Rome. So in the past two days, the French delegation, led by the Italian parliamentary staff, had a good time sightseeing.

This kind of sightseeing at no cost is indeed pleasing to the body and mind, but the pleasures of business cannot be forgotten.

No, President Ribes, who just returned to his residence to rest, received a piece of exciting news. Italian Prime Minister Cruz agreed to a secret meeting with him, scheduled for tomorrow evening at the Prime Minister’s home.

Since agreeing to the secret meeting, it shows that Italy does have its own ideas. As long as it is not Italians and not obsessed, then this matter has enough operability.

Speaking of which, Ribes is the No. 3 figure in French politics after all, and it is necessary to secretly meet with the Italian Prime Minister. The reason for this makes people cry.

The next day, the President of Ribes announced that he was not feeling well and needed to rest for two days under the advice of the doctor. As a result, the French delegation’s sightseeing tour has lost a big man.

“Hello, President Ribes.”

“Hello, Prime Minister Cruz.”

In the study room of the Prime Minister’s house, the disguised President Ribes met with Prime Minister Cruz. Apart from these two people, there was no one else at the scene, and the Prime Minister’s butler was standing at the door, staring at any possible daredevils,

When there were only two people left, Prime Minister Cruz took out a bottle of red wine and two glasses from the cabinet beside him and asked. “President Ribes, how about some red wine?”

“Very happy to taste.”

Then two glasses of red wine appeared in their hands.

Prime Minister Cruz raised his glass, looked at the less pure red wine and said. “This is my favorite red wine. It comes from my hometown. Although it’s not a good-tasting red wine, it has the taste of my hometown and my childhood memories. I would like to invite the President of Ribes to taste it. ”

In the face of Prime Minister Cruz’s invitation, President Ribes took a glass of wine and tasted it carefully. “The taste is mellow and long, although it has a hint of sweetness. Prime Minister Cruz, you are right, although this is not a good wine, it has a unique flavor.”

“Good point, I just like the imperfection of this wine. No one or anything will go smoothly all the time. There are twists and turns and efforts can make it appear real.”

“Your Excellency the Prime Minister is right, nothing stays the same. It’s like the relationship between our two countries, there are good times and disputes, but as long as our two countries work hard, it will still be normal. on track.”

The two of them saw it as a topic of small talk, and under the initiative of President Ribes, they slid towards the direction of negotiation.

“You’re right, as long as both parties work hard, they can return to the normal track, but that’s normal. If there are boulders blocking the track, then the effort may not be fruitful, so I want to get back to the normal track. , we have to remove that big rock.”

Facing Prime Minister Cruz’s words, President Ribes said with a smile. “Your Excellency the Prime Minister has some truth in what he said. The big stone needs to be removed before the track can be restored.”

Speaking of this, Council President Ribes is no longer hiding. “Actually, our two countries have caused serious differences. It is because our country has not consulted your country to occupy Tunisia. For the sake of this Tunisia, our two countries have been in constant disputes over the past 30 years, which has caused many losses to our two countries. The purpose of my visit to Your Excellency this time is to resolve the grievances between the two countries, to bring our two countries back together, and to set a good example for reducing tensions in Europe.”

Prime Minister Cruz scoffed at the words of the President of Parliament of Ribes for European peace. Didn’t you and Germany bring about the tension in Europe? Now I just want to resolve it with empty vernacular, what are you thinking about?

“Mr. Ribes, in fact, our two countries are small grievances. It will be fine after a while. You don’t need to make such a special trip.”

Cruz’s remarks are ostensibly discouraging, but in fact they are saying that if you only come with words, then the meeting can be over.

As a veteran who has been ups and downs in the political arena for many years, how could Ribes not understand Cruz’s words, so he said directly. “Your Excellency Cruz, this time I have come here with enough sincerity. In order to reconcile our two countries, our country has decided to withdraw from the whole of Tunisia and let your country take over. Will the relationship between the two countries be restored?”

Ribeth’s words made Cruz look surprised, looking at each other with his eyes. “Is what you said true?”

“Yes, our country does have this idea.”

Ribes’s words are obviously conditional. There are no conditions, France will be so kind, what do you think?

As for the conditions in France, Cruz can guess a few points, but he intends to listen to what the other party mentions first.

“If you have any conditions in your country, just speak up.”

Facing Prime Minister Cruz’s question, Ribes said with a smile. “Actually, my country doesn’t want much. As long as your country can lift the alliance with Germany, the northern Tunis region will give it to my country.”

“Let’s change the condition. Our country can’t meet this condition.”

Prime Minister Cruz saw at a glance that the French condition was no different from pulling Italy into the pact, and he refused directly.

Because the dissolution of the alliance with Germany is undoubtedly an offense to Germany and Austria. There are so many cooperation projects between Italy and Germany, and it is not a great loss. It is even said that after being hated by Germany and Austria, Italy can only rely on the pact in its diplomatic strategy.

Therefore, a Tunisia is not worth changing for Italy at all. This loss is too great to pass the king’s level, and Cruz himself refused.

In the face of Cruz’s refusal, Ribes, the representative of France, is not angry, because this condition is not favored by Paris, and now he is just thinking of giving it a try.

“Since your country is unwilling to cancel the alliance with Germany, it doesn’t matter. As long as your country agrees not to join the war between our country and Germany, then Tunisia is also willing to offer it with both hands.”

Facing Ribes’s words, Cruz said. “This should be the last condition of your country.”

“Yes, this is the greatest sincerity that our country can show, and there will be no such good sincerity in the future. UU Reading www.uukanshu.com”

“To be honest, this condition is indeed not bad. If we looked 20 years ago, the first condition would be acceptable to our country. If it was ten years ago, then the second condition would also be acceptable. But now, these two conditions are unacceptable to our country. ”

What Cruz said is the truth. Allied relations over the years have made Italy’s ties with Germany and even Austria-Hungary closer, not only in terms of diplomacy, but also in military, economic, and cultural aspects.

So one can only blame the French for coming too late.

In fact, this is not a question of whether it is too late, but the reason why France did not pay attention to Italy before. When it finally came to light, it was too late.

Not to mention, Germany still has an ace in hand.

These French people, not to mention.

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