Mainz's fall is more dramatic than Frankfurt. In fact, everyone knows that after Frankfurt, the princes of Mainz have completely become a mess and have no strength to deal with the Prussians. However, some ill-hearted princes still hope that Mainz can take over the banner of the Imperial Army and continue to resist the Prussians.
The result was undoubtedly disappointing. Just after Mainz surrendered to Prussia, just as Dafilia led his army toward Wiesbaden, the letter of surrender of Wiesbaden had been handed to Dafilia. In addition to Wiesbaden, the Principality of Württemberg, the Principality of Berg and the Principality of Baden were also praying for peace to Prussia. In this way, it can be said that Prussia had won a great victory in the Main River War Zone!
After sending the Second Division Frank to Wiesbaden to station, Dafilia led the remaining three divisions back to Frankfurt.
After Wiesbaden surrendered, Dafilia knew that the army in the Main River War Zone would be transferred to the Bohemia front. Now, in addition to the 18th Division stationed in Frankfurt and Mainz, the Second Division was also lined up to Wiesbaden. In this way, Dafilia also had three divisions of troops and nearly 10,000 Hanoverian troops.
Just when Wiesbaden submitted his surrender, Dafilia met Ernst. It should be noted that the main purpose of the 10,000 Hanover troops led by Ernst was to help Prussia capture the Main River Basin. Now the Main River area has already fallen in sight, which means that the 10,000 Hanover troops in Ernst can return to Hannover at any time, which is exactly what Dafilia doesn't want to see.
Although there are not many troops of ten thousand, it is extremely important for Prussia at present. Ten thousand Hanover troops appear on the battlefield. This will not only give Prussia some advantage in military strength over the Austrians, but also increase the morale of the Prussian army.
After getting Ernst to his military account, Dafilia said to Ernst very politely:
"I am very grateful to Your Highness for leading the army to help in the war! I would like to express my great gratitude for your country's generosity and your heroic and good at fighting!"
"Your Excellency Commander, you are polite. We are allies. Helping allies deal with the enemy is our obligation!"
Seeing Dafilia's words very polite, Ernst also said:
"The combat experience of following the commander at these times has really given me a lot of feelings, and the strength of your country's army has also left a deep impact on it..."
Before Ernst could finish flattering, Dafilia waved and smiled:
"Your Highness is really polite. The Main River area has been pacified. I wonder what plans do you have next?"
Ernst hesitated when he heard Dafilia ask about his next plan. Originally, when Ernst came to Main River, he had to fight two tough battles to increase his reputation, but neither Frankfurt nor Mainz allowed him to die and he was sent to his place for use. This made him a little annoyed and felt a little unwilling.
Ernst came to Main River but had his own political ambitions. But before he could show his strength, the enemy was defeated, which made Ernst feel mixed feelings.
Seeing Ernst not speaking, Daphilia felt a little happy, and he said:
"Our army will definitely draw most of its troops to the front line of Bohemia next. Why not lead the army with our army to move into Bohemia?"
After listening to Dafilia's words, Ernst broke free from thinking, but Dafilia's opinions made him feel a little embarrassed.
"Your Majesty Commander, you also know that the order given to me by Your Majesty is to cooperate with your country to capture the Main River Basin, and the mission has been completed. I think His Majesty the King of Our Country should hope that I can lead my army back to Hannover, this..."
Ernst's words meant some rejection. But Dafilia didn't care at all, so Dafilia continued to smile and said:
"Your Highness, Your Majesty the King of Our Country once said that the king would be away from him and the king would not accept it. Moreover, our two countries are friendly allies. Since your country can send troops to help our army capture the Main River, then there must be no problem in fighting against the Austrians!"
"But, Your Excellency Commander, I have not received the order, so I really can't explain to the people below me!"
Dafilia weighed it in her heart and said:
"That's a pity. I received a war report from Marshal Dessau. A very young colleague and very brave general appeared in the Austrian army. In this case, I hope that an excellent young man like His Royal Highness Ernst can help us deal with that hateful Austrian general!"
As he spoke, in order to show his sincerity, Dafilia's big hand waved hard a few times, but after hearing Dafilia's words, Ernst felt a little curious.
"Oh, is there such a general in the Austrian army? It would be a bit amazing to be praised by Marshal Dessau."
"Your Highness doesn't know anything. You actually know this person. He is really the third son of Leopold II, Duke Carl. Currently, that Karl is playing under the command of Grand Duke Tuha to fight our army on the front line of Bohemia!"
After saying that, Daphilia picked up the teacup on the table and started drinking it, but his eyes were staring at Ernst tightly.
The grudges between Ernst and Carl have now spread throughout the European upper class. Through these days, Dafilia also knew that Ernst hated Carl to death, and it happened that Carl was mentioned in the military newspaper that Dafilia received, so Dafilia, who knew the grudges between the two, would tell Carl out and inspire Ernst.
When Ernst's face changed drastically when he heard Carl's name, Ernst's face became more and more ferocious, and even her cheeks turned red.
"Your Excellency Commander, are you right? That Carl is really in Bohemia?"
Hearing Ernst's question, Daphilia pretended to put down the teacup and said with some distress:
"Your Highness, why should I lie to you about this? I also have a Bohemian military newspaper here. Carl's name has been mentioned many times. I think there will definitely be no mistake!"
Hearing Dafilia's tone, Ernst said with a hideous face:
"Can you please report it to me?"
"Of course, there's no problem at all!"
As he said that, Dafilia handed Ernst the military report he had prepared long ago.
The Prussian military newspapers are common to each other, mainly to allow generals on other battlefields to understand the overall situation of the Dongtai, so that there will be no changes on one side, while the generals on the other side will not be aware of it.
The one in Dafilia's hand was the military newspaper more than a month ago. It happened to be when Carl and Tuha made a comeback to attack the Prussian army. In the military newspaper, Dessau also emphasized that Carl in Austria was a very tenacious young man. Although both sides were enemies, Dessau was not stingy with his praise for Carl.
After reading the military newspaper, Ernst remained silent for a long time, but his face turned red, but his heart seemed so uneasy.
"Your Excellency Commander, please give me a few days to convince the generals of our army. If they disagree, please accept me into the Prussian army. Carl is the top enemy under his command. Please give me a chance to face Carl head-on!"
As he said that, Ernst solemnly carried out a military force to Dafilia, and seeing Ernst's actions, Dafilia felt a little happy.
Although Ernst said he would persuade the Hanoverian generals, Daphilia believed that the Hanoverian generals would never dare to throw Ernst to the Prussians alone and return to Hanover himself. If he really did that, if Ernst had a few shortcomings in the future, these Hanoverian generals would definitely not be able to take advantage of it!
Even if the Hanoverian generals took people back to Hannover desperately, then Dafilia would not suffer any loss. You should know that Ernst's influence is definitely worth an army. This is not because Ernst's talent but because of Ernst's identity.
Ernst is the legitimate son of George III, and George III can be said to be quite fond of this son. Just by appointing Ernst as the commander of the 10,000 Hanover army this time, it can be seen that George III's favor for Ernst.
With Ernst playing in the Prussian army, George III, who was worried about his son, would definitely accommodate the Prussians in some issues, so even if Ernst was the only one who joined the Prussian army to fight, Daphilia would definitely make a profit and not lose money.
On the other hand, Ernst's hatred for Carl can be said to be a bone-like hatred. Although Carl is not Ernst, the shame that Carl left to Ernst in front of everyone that day is still deeply remembered in Ernst's mind today. Otherwise, Ernst would not have made such a crazy move to openly attack Carl on Brandenburg Street.
This time, Ernst also had the intention of competing with Carl on the battlefield, but the result was not as Ernst imagined.
Now, a great opportunity has appeared in front of Ernst, so Ernst decided that he must not miss this opportunity.
After leaving Dafilia's military tent, Ernst hurried back to his camp and summoned all the generals of the Hanoverian army. Of course, when Ernst said he wanted to help the Prussian army fight in Bohemia, the Hanoverian generals were in an uproar.
Then Ernst also said words of voluntary stay, but seeing Ernst's attitude of definitely going to Bohemia, the Hanoverian generals were very embarrassed at all. Then he did not listen to some of Ernst's persuasions. Under such circumstances, the Hanoverian generals decided to continue following Ernst after whispering for a long time.
As mentioned before, if they abandon Ernst and return to Hannover, they might not be triumphal but prisons and shackles.