After Brenodes' words were spoken, the palace instantly became quiet. Although George III felt very dissatisfied with Brenodes' request, this matter involved Charlotte after all.
Especially, it is reasonable for the Prussians to ask to participate in the investigation.
However, in the view of George III, this matter was an internal affair of the British anyway. Even if Charlotte was a Prussian princess, the Prussians had no right to participate in the British investigation.
George III gestured to Little Pitt, and then the British Prime Minister said to Brenodes:
"Your Excellency Ambassador, please rest assured that we will definitely conduct a thorough investigation on this matter. However, I apologize that I cannot agree to your request. This matter will be thoroughly investigated by the British government!"
After Little Pete finished speaking, Brenodes immediately said:
"His Majesty the King, His Royal Highness the Duke of York, Dear Prime Minister Pitt, according to clues provided by witnesses at the scene, the origin of the fire was that a small group of gangsters forced their way into Princess Charlotte's residence and set fire to it, killing two people at the same time.
The Prussian guards also caused serious injuries to four Prussian guards. Since this incident has caused casualties to our country, as usual, our country has the right to participate in the investigation to ensure the fairness of the truth!"
When it came to the casualties of the Prussians, Little Peter was speechless. Brenodes was right. According to European practice, if there are casualties of foreigners, then the country to which the person concerned does have the right to participate in the incident.
under investigation.
Seeing this situation, George III understood the determination of the Prussians, so after a little thought, despite his reluctance, George III agreed to let the Prussians participate in the investigation of the incident.
The energy mobilized by the British government was huge. Only ten hours after the fire was put out, that is, at noon the next day, the case had already made significant progress.
The dozen or so gangsters who participated in the arson have all been arrested, while several other Duke of York's guards have not yet made arrests due to concerns about the impact. But there is no doubt that the mastermind behind this case has pointed to the Duke of York.
myself.
After learning about this situation, the top officials of the British government were shocked. No one thought that the Duke of York would have the courage to send people to attack Charlotte's residence. Even though Charlotte and he had already lived apart, no matter what
How to say. Before the two divorced, Charlotte was his wife.
The Prussian Embassy once again protested to the British government after learning the truth of the case. At the same time, the Prussian Ambassador Brenodes immediately went to the British Palace to discuss with the British the divorce between the Duke of York and Princess Charlotte.
matters.
In this matter, the opinions of the Duke of York and Princess Charlotte were ignored. In fact, this matter has become a battlefield between Prussia and Britain.
Faced with the truth, the top British officials, including George III, were speechless. Although the Duke of York immediately ran to George III to complain after learning that things were developing to his disadvantage, it was the Duke of York who took action.
If the people in the official residence did not have a signal from the Duke of York, then it would be impossible for normal people to do so.
The furious George III immediately sent someone to place the Duke of York under house arrest in his official residence, and all the Duke of York's guards were invited to tea by Scotland Yard. As for the Duke of York's mistress, she was already pregnant with several children.
month. Therefore, he was just under house arrest for the time being.
Fortunately, later that day, Princess Charlotte also woke up from her coma, and after receiving the news of Charlotte's awakening, Brenodes immediately abandoned the discussion with him.
Come and visit Charlotte.
Facing Brenolds who left without saying hello, although little Pete was dissatisfied with his rudeness, he couldn't express his temper at this moment. After all, this matter was simply terrible for the British side.
After Brenodus left, Little Peter also immediately sent someone to send documents about the whole incident to Fox in Brandenburg through the emergency channel.
And now what Fox saw was this document sent by Little Pete.
"This is simply ridiculous, extremely ridiculous!"
Fox did not expect that just when he was about to go to the Prussians for comment, something like this happened behind him, which made him how to deal with it next!
Although the Prussians have not yet sent anyone to hold the British accountable, it is obvious that this matter cannot be delayed for a few days, and the Prussians will definitely know the truth of this matter.
Thinking of the series of consequences, Brenodes felt a headache.
Fox got the news earlier than the Prussian government. After all, the incident happened in the United Kingdom. The British had unique conditions, and even if Prussia wanted to take the matter to Brandenburg, it would naturally not be able to keep up with the British.
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Moreover, Brenodes did not send someone to report to Brandenburg as soon as the incident occurred. After all, Charlotte was still in a coma at the time, so Brenodes was prepared to wait until the truth came to light before reporting to Brandenburg.
On the night when Fox received the news from London, the British ambassador still went to visit Rocks, but different from the previous arrogance, Fox's expression changed a lot.
After arriving at Fox's official residence, Fox's posture was very low, no longer the domineering look he had before. Even Fox's attendants had a smile.
And Fox's posture also made these followers of Rocks feel a little confused. They never expected that in less than a day, Fox who came yesterday had his eyes looking up to the sky, and he didn't even bother to glance at it.
They glanced at each other and wondered why they were smiling at themselves today.
However, although they were a little confused, these attendants reported Fox's request to Rocks immediately.
Rocks met Fox in the main living room of his official residence. When Fox just walked through the door, the British Ambassador unexpectedly laughed loudly:
"Sir Rocks, I am really embarrassed to bother you so late, but I believe that the broad-minded Prime Minister will not blame me for such a trivial matter!"
"Where is it? Your Excellency the Ambassador is a friend of Prussia. It's not too late for me to welcome you. Please take a seat!"
Although Rocks was still confused about Fox's attitude, as a politician, the tolerance he had cultivated over a long period of time allowed Rocks to face it all calmly.
After Fox sat down, Rocks asked people to serve tea and coffee, but Fox was not here to drink tea, so after they were the only two left in the room, Fox said with a smile:
"I'm here this time to ask you something. As my senior, you must not hide your clumsiness."
"Oh, I wonder what happened to the Ambassador?"
After Rocks finished speaking, Fox looked a little embarrassed, but he still said:
"I would like to ask if your country is ready to tear up the alliance agreement with our country?"
Rocks was shocked when he heard Fox mention this. But then he said:
"Sir Fox, I don't know where you heard the gossip, but don't worry, the alliance between your two countries is fundamentally guaranteed. Aren't the reinforcements from your two countries still fighting together in France? I'm here
I can honestly say to you that our country has no intention of betraying the alliance agreement with your country!"
Locks said, with a firm expression on his face as if to cooperate.
Although Fox knew that the truth of the words of people like Rocks could not be believed at all, he still felt relieved. A smile appeared on Fox's face and he said:
"I feel relieved when I hear you say that. Some of the gossip nowadays is just killing people! Haha!"
As he spoke, Fox let out a hearty laugh.
But the laughter sounded somewhat meaningful to Rocks' ears. Coupled with the expression on Fox's face at this moment, Rocks had a suspicion in his mind.
After laughing a few times, Fox, who felt a little embarrassed, stopped, and then the Ambassador also said:
"I wonder what your country thinks of the Duke and Duchess of York?"
Fox changed the topic and mentioned the Duke and Duchess of York. Rocks immediately said:
"Originally, our country is very welcoming to the marriage between the two countries. It is for this reason that Princess Charlotte was married to the Duke of York. However, it is obvious that Princess Charlotte did not receive treatment commensurate with her status after the marriage.
, our country unanimously believes that the Duke of York in your country bears great responsibility!"
When it comes to Charlotte, Rocks' tone immediately becomes tougher, which is also related to William's previous attitude.
After all, everyone in the Prussian government knew that William was quite dissatisfied with the treatment of his sister Charlotte in the UK, and even asked the government to lodge a serious protest with the UK. From this point of view, Rocks' attitude was naturally the same as that of the British.
William remains consistent.
Hearing Rocks say this, Fox felt a little secretly distressed in his heart.
But the current situation forced him to bite the bullet and say:
"Since Princess Charlotte has married into our royal family, she is naturally a member of our royal family. Isn't your country's hand stretched too far?"
But what Fox didn't know was that his words angered Rocks.
"Your Excellency Ambassador, I would like to ask you to remember that every member of our royal family is supported by all the Prussian people. Even if Princess Charlotte marries into the noble royal family, she is still the sister of His Majesty the King of our country and the Prussian
Her Royal Highness the Princess!"
Hearing Rocks say this, Fox actually started to curse secretly in his heart. Of course, it was not Fox that he was cursing, but those guys in London.
"Damn it, either don't do it or leave no evidence if you do it. Now, it doesn't matter that you guys are in London, but I, the representative in Brandenburg, will become a public enemy!"
Fox, who was having some random thoughts in his mind, didn't notice that Rocks had stopped making any sound. After finishing his words, Rocks noticed the changing expression on Fox's face, but he had a bad feeling in his heart.
"Sir Fox, let's get down to business. You are not that humble. There must be something going on here today. Let's open the skylight and talk openly!"
Locks deliberately made a loud shout, and Locks' loud voice naturally made Fox break away from his inner reverie.
"Well, Mr. Rocks. I don't have anything to do today, but I received a document from London. As a deeply emotional ally, I think it's best to discuss this document with you, the Prime Minister first!"
"Well, tell me"
"Today ago, a group of gangsters attacked the residence of Duchess Charlotte. Of course, the Duchess was not harmed in any way. However, several Prussian guards protecting the Duchess were killed or injured."
As soon as Fox's words landed, it was like causing an eight-magnitude earthquake in Rocks' heart.
"What's going on? A group of gangsters! Mr. Fox, a group of gangsters actually appeared in London and openly attacked Princess Charlotte's residence. I would like to ask what your country is doing?"
Rocks' words were full of anger, and this was not beyond Fox's expectation. After all, any Prussian would feel angry when hearing this kind of news.
"This, there are some surprises, but our country has found out the truth of the matter. Our country will definitely investigate and deal with these gangsters to give your country an explanation."
'Okay, Mr. Fox, you don't need to say any more. I will report this matter to His Majesty the King of our country immediately. In addition, it is not easy for me to say anything here now. I will wait until the cause and effect of the matter is sent to Brand.
Let’s discuss this matter after we ascend the fort!”
With that said, Rocks stood up and showed off his guests. Seeing Rocks' performance, Fox felt extremely depressed.
"Wait a minute, Lord Rocks. I think it is best for us to treat this matter calmly. In addition, on behalf of the British government, I do not want the alliance between your two countries to be affected by this matter...
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"see a visitor out!"
Fox was still chattering, but at this time, Rocks was in no mood to listen to the ambassador.
In the end, Fox reluctantly left Rocks' official residence, and Rocks did not go to the Brandenburg Palace immediately afterwards. After all, Fox's words were not complete. And whether this matter is big or small, it is still
Wait until people in London send someone with news.
Napoleon commanded the French army to continuously launch assaults on the Prussian army's lines, but Ferdinand the Younger was not a fuel-efficient lamp. In addition, the Prussian army only needed to stop the French army. Therefore, under the command of Ferdinand the Younger,
For a while, the French army was unable to break through the Prussian army's defense line.
But while Napoleon and Ferdinand the Younger were constantly fighting each other, Prince Condé's Fourth Army could not hold on any longer.
Jarman mobilized heavy troops to attack Prince Condé and the command center of the Fourth Army. Although the Fourth Army had a large number of troops at the front and rear, due to the Prussian ambush, the Fourth Army was divided into three sections.
The legion was suddenly unable to take care of both ends.
And just when Jarmain and Prince Condé were engaged in a fierce battle, Rumelin stepped onto the French camp.
"Your Excellency General, we have wiped out all the French who were trapped and fighting. There are also some defeated troops who were defeated by our army and fled towards the west. Duke Andrew asked for instructions whether to pursue them!"
"Very good, I have ordered Duke Andrew not to pursue the pursuit. All the surrendered French soldiers were gathered in the open space outside the camp and handed over to the Empire's First Division for care. In addition, the wounded soldiers were also asked to take care of the Empire's First Division, so Andrew
The Duke immediately led the British army to join our army and then headed to Trapp!"
Rumorin thought for a while and then issued a military order. After his order was issued, the coalition forces did not bother to clean up any battlefields. In addition to leaving the Imperial First Division to guard the French prisoners of war and captured supplies,
The rest of the coalition forces in Rumolin all repacked their gear and headed towards Trapp.
Although this battle was a surprise attack, the Fourth Army was not a freeloader. Therefore, the coalition forces also suffered some losses. Fortunately, these losses were not very large. In addition to the more than 1,000 casualties caused by strengthening the final attack on the 3,000 French troops,
, in this attack on the French camp, the coalition forces suffered a total of more than 4,000 casualties, of which 1,800 were killed.
The sky was completely bright, and it was already past seven in the morning when Rumelin led the army towards Trapp.
From three o'clock in the morning to about seven o'clock in the morning, the battle to raid the French army camp lasted for four hours in total. Although it took a long time, fortunately, the coalition forces finally captured the French army camp according to the original plan.
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"General, the enemy's cavalry department has returned for reinforcements. Our brothers can no longer resist it!"
An officer hurried to Arman's side. This officer was the commander of the Prussian unit responsible for stopping the cavalry of the Fourth Army.
"Asshole, who asked you to come here? Go back to your army and command the battle. Let me tell you, all the troops I have now are used to attack the enemy's central army. There are not even a single reserve soldier. You must block that army for me.
Cavalry, otherwise no one can bear the responsibility for the defeat of the entire army!"
Although the situation on the scene is favorable to Prussia, don't forget that the French cavalry serving as the vanguard of Prince Condé has 3,000 people. Although Jarman also made some arrangements for this cavalry, who could have expected it?
This French cavalry is surprisingly tenacious.
Although the Prussian army launched the attack when these cavalrymen began to swim across the river, these cavalrymen did not panic after being attacked. Instead, they turned around and attacked the sudden ambush with the ammunition of the Prussian army on the river bank.
The cavalrymen who had already crossed the river began to turn around and recross the river under the orders of the officers.
In this case, the three thousand French cavalry returned to the river bank at the cost of less than 600 casualties. As soon as the two thousand and four hundred cavalry landed on the bank, they launched a fierce attack on the Prussian troops who blocked them. This also directly
As a result, the 56th Infantry Regiment of the Prussian 14th Division, which was responsible for sniping them, paid a heavy price.