Chapter 886 Mutation
However, Carlo I was different from Leopold II and Francesco V. He still fantasized about exchanging sovereignty for governance.
"Dear Franz, the Duchy of Parma is also willing to accept the protection of Austria, but I feel that I am born to rule, and I am more familiar with my duchy.
You have also seen that ruling is not a very simple matter, and you may encounter threats just like this time.
I think you are more talented in war and should show off your talents on the battlefield. Leave such boring things to my uncle. "
What Carlo I said was sincere. If he were a young man who was just starting out, or if he didn't know the other person's details, he would most likely be moved by the other person's words.
However, Franz knew very well that Carlo I was unable to manage his own territory well. At the same time, excessive differentiation of political districts would not only increase administrative costs but also reduce administrative efficiency.
What's even more terrible is that a separate political system will affect Franz's plan.
"I think I am more talented in politics, but you should receive more military training.
If you could lead an army to defeat those disrupting the order, you wouldn't need to come here at this point. "
Franz's words to Carlo I were very sharp. To be honest, he didn't want to give an honest and honest impression to such a man who acted according to the circumstances.
Because this may be used as a weakness by the other party. When friends come, they have wine, and when enemies come, they have knives. Only in this way can the relationship be harmonious.
Although Franz's words were a bit harsh, they were also true, and the situation was stronger than the people, so Carlo I had no choice.
At this time, he could only rely on the Austrian Empire to regain lost territory. As for his cousin Louis Philippe and his France, they were already a thing of the past.
Carlo I reluctantly signed his name on a trusteeship document that Franz had prepared long ago.
In fact, Franz's methods have been very gentle. With the chaos outside now, it is normal for one or two dukes to have accidents.
In this way, not only can you save money, but you can also avoid a subsequent fee.
Franz did not seize power directly, but asked them to use their territories as capital to invest in Austrian causes.
In this way, as long as the Austrian Empire exists, they will have a good life without having to worry about their livelihood and safety.
At the same time, the stronger and richer Austria is, the better their lives will be. On the contrary, as long as they have enough ability, they can also receive Austria's inheritance, but then it will all depend on their ability.
The perspective returns to the Papal States.
Pius IX's control over the government was gradually declining, and the liberals attributed the people's dire situation to his blind declaration of war on Austria.
In fact, when the British Mediterranean fleet was completely annihilated and the city of Rome was directly exposed to Austrian firepower, liberals began to become anti-war factions.
The liberals, who had previously aligned themselves with the nationalists and prepared to join hands to unify Italy, now see that the situation is over and they will not bury the losers with them.
As a result, the House of Commons, which Pius IX personally ordered to be established, actually openly opposed him. At this time, Pius IX could no longer take back the power of the Parliament.
What is even more frightening is that in order to bring about the rapid fall of Pius IX, the liberal government began to spread the news of the defection of the Kingdom of Sardinia and the failure of the British.
These two pieces of information were originally kept strictly confidential. After all, no matter how stupid the priests of the Papal States were, they would not be unaware of the evil consequences they could bring.
Compared with the failure of the British, the defection of the Kingdom of Sardinia had a greater impact on Italy.
In fact, the reason for this is not that the Kingdom of Sardinia is more powerful than the British, but that most people do not have high expectations for the British. After all, the war between Italy and Austria was mainly a land war.
However, these two things exploded among the top leaders. Carlo Alberto betrayed Italy, the British Armada was completely annihilated, and even Crete was occupied by Austria.
"How can an army of hundreds of thousands of people be defeated just because they say they are defeated?"
Pius IX mused, and he didn't notice that there weren't many people around him anymore.
At this time, he received another bad news: Archbishop Kawaji died of illness.
The succession of bad news made Pius IX somewhat overwhelmed, but he did not have the chance to grieve.
People were angered by the successive failures, coupled with the accumulated resentment from previous tax increases.
The people who had previously affectionately called Pius IX "Pionono" had now taken up torches and paint.
At this time, most of the troops of the Papal State had been dispatched, and Count Rossi, who was responsible for city security and mutual coordination, was assassinated.
As for Lord Jotel, Secretary of State of the Holy See, he can sit in this position mainly because of his brother's status.
From the beginning of the parade to the burning of the palace, it took only one morning, and the credit of the liberals was naturally indispensable.
Under the banner of a public club, they joined the parade with the Citizen Guard, and even had drummers and bands as accompaniment.
When the first fire was lit, it was out of control. It was not only the huge palace that was ignited, but also the long-suppressed anger in people's hearts.
Someone sets a fire, and someone puts out the fire. The Swiss Guards, who were loyal to their duties, came to put out the fire. The marching crowd tried to stop the Swiss Guards, but both sides refused to give in.
As a result, someone fired first during the chaos, and a marcher was knocked down, followed by even greater chaos.
Since the Civil Guards were among the parade, the two sides immediately exchanged fire.
The battle between the two sides did not suffer much losses, but it affected a large number of citizens. When Pius IX learned of this, the whole street was stained with blood.
Father Antonia urged the Holy See to leave because he had an ominous premonition.
"Your Majesty, given the current situation, I think it is very possible that what happened in France and Austria will happen to us."
"This is impossible! They support us!"
"They support revolution. Now you stand in their way and they want to revolutionize you."
Father Antonia said bluntly, which outraged Pius IX.
"No! Let me tell you, I am different from those monarchs! I am God's representative on earth! If they fight against me, they are violating God's will!"
"Wake up! Look outside, there is fire and blood everywhere! Those prisoners you released formed an army with your permission.
And you sent all your loyal troops to Venice, and now only the Swiss are still fighting for you.
You go quickly! Can't you hear the shots getting closer? "
Father Antonia continued to persuade him earnestly.
"I won't leave! I'm the Pope! Go and tell them that as long as we defeat the traitors in Austria and Sardinia, our good days will come. There will be bread and red wine!"
At this time, there was a deafening loud noise, and accompanied by the sound of shattering glass, a solid bullet flew in, crushing Father Antonia's head in front of Pius IX.