Chapter 8

Gao Da understood that if he could not persuade his father at this time, not only would his plan for the Austro-Prussian War vanish, but even the property autonomy he had finally obtained would be supervised by Vittorio Emanuele II again.

Looking at the serious-looking Vittorio Emanuele II, Gao Da organized his words in his mind: "Father, I think there is no harm in letting General Garibaldi prepare the army in advance at this time.

There must be a battle between Prussia and Austria, and as Prussia's ally, we are bound to participate in this war.

Austria is also our enemy. If we want to recover the Venice region in this opportunity, we must prepare in advance, instead of rushing to fight after the war breaks out."

Vittorio Emanuele II nodded, very satisfied that Gao Da could understand these things.

However, satisfaction was satisfaction, but when it came to Garibaldi regaining military power, Vittorio Emanuele II would not compromise so easily.

"You continue." Vittorio Emanuele II had no expression on his face, continuing to look at Gao Da with a serious look.

"Father, you also know that General Garibaldi has high prestige among the Italian people and can easily organize a powerful army of tens of thousands of people.

If we can use this point, we can cause unexpected blows to the Austrian army in the Venice region, perhaps it will accelerate our progress in recovering the Venice region." Gao Da continued.

Vittorio Emanuele II rubbed his eyebrows and asked: "Compared to the role that these tens of thousands of troops can bring, I am more worried about the harm these tens of thousands of troops will cause to the kingdom."

"This is precisely what you don't need to worry about, Father." Gao Da said with a smile.

Looking at Vittorio Emanuele II's surprised look, Gao Da knew that his words had worked, and quickly added: "

After the war between Prussia and Austria breaks out, you can actively order Garibaldi to join the war against Austria.

If Garibaldi's army achieves good results, then the credit will naturally be yours. But if Garibaldi fails in the war against Austria, the public's disappointment will have nothing to do with you, right?"

Such means are not strange to monarchs of various countries, that is, to place themselves in a position where they can share the credit without taking responsibility.

However, this could not completely dispel Vittorio Emanuele II's worries.

"Child, you don't understand how terrible that guy Garibaldi's prestige is among the people. If his prestige is improved again, this will be a fatal blow to the entire House of Savoy." Vittorio Emanuele II said earnestly to Gao Da.

Garibaldi's prestige among the people was already threatening, and he had been close to the republican system.

This is a great danger for a monarchical country, and it is also the reason why Vittorio Emanuele II risked sending a certain number of soldiers to "protect" Garibaldi's army.

"But he is already close to 60 years old, Father." Gao Da replied.

Garibaldi is old, which is the only thing Vittorio Emanuele II is worth comforting.

In this era when medical technology is extremely poor, even in Europe, which is the most developed region in the world, the average life expectancy still stays at a short 30 to 40 years.

Yes, the average life expectancy in Europe at this time is only 30-something years, and it is rare to see someone close to 60 years old like Garibaldi, which is also the reason why Vittorio Emanuele II is relatively relieved.

Looking at Gao Da, who repeatedly output reasons to move him, Vittorio Emanuele II stared for a long time before squeezing out a sentence: "My child, I admit that you have the talent to be a diplomat."

"Then you agreed? Father." Gao Da was a little happy and asked impatiently.

"I need to discuss with the cabinet. Some things are not decided by the king, understand? Gao Da." Looking at Gao Da, who could not freely hide his mood, Vittorio Emanuele II's mood was complicated.

But no matter what, it is good for the royal family that Gao Da shows his smart side. Vittorio Emanuele II also needs more helpers to help him stabilize the royal power, especially a child like Gao Da who is connected to him by blood.

"And even if the cabinet agrees, the country has no funds to help Garibaldi rebuild the army. Okay, regardless of whether the cabinet agrees or not, this matter has nothing to do with you, Gao Da. Someone will notify Garibaldi after there is a result. Your primary task now is to complete your studies at the military academy." Vittorio Emanuele II touched his son's head and finally returned to the role of a father.

After this conversation, Vittorio Emanuele II looked forward to Gao Da's growth even more.

Although there is only one Crown Wang Chu, this does not mean that the future Crown Wang Chu does not need close assistants.

If both Amadeo and Gao Da can grow into excellent military commanders, then a wonderful situation will appear in the future Kingdom of Italy, that is, the Italian Royal Army will be controlled by the royal family, and the status of the House of Savoy will be more stable.

"I understand, Father." Gao Da nodded.

Gao Da naturally knew that he could not directly persuade Vittorio Emanuele II to agree to let Garibaldi reorganize the army.

Although Vittorio Emanuele II said he would seek the opinion of the cabinet, if he, the biggest opponent of Garibaldi, did not refuse, I believe the Italian government would not refuse this opportunity to obtain tens of thousands of troops for nothing.

As for Garibaldi's military talent, Gao Da is not worried at all.

Historically, whether it was the Austro-Prussian War or the subsequent Franco-Prussian War, Garibaldi showed excellent military talent.

It can be said that Garibaldi is now the last fig leaf of the Italian army. At least the army led by Garibaldi can still fight back and forth with the armies of Prussia, France, and Austria.

If it is really possible to facilitate Garibaldi's participation in the war as soon as it breaks out, perhaps the performance of the Italian army on the southern battlefield will not be so bad.

This may have a greater impact on the entire Austro-Prussian War, Italy may be able to eat more meat in this war, and the status of the House of Savoy will be more stable.

If this suggestion achieves good results, I believe that some of Gao Da's subsequent plans will be smoother, at least it will be much easier to persuade Vittorio Emanuele II.

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(End of this chapter)