"If we want to show Germany, and even the world, that Bulgaria can win, we must first defend against the Romanian attack in the north."
"Do you think we can't hold on?"
Major Vasily asked.
Hilde nodded.
"Of course, Bulgaria's total military strength is only 450,000, and the total number of troops that can be deployed in the north is no more than 80,000. In addition, your system is in disarray and your logistics are seriously insufficient. Romania only needs to send out 100,000 troops. All you can consider is how long you can hold on."
Major Vasily was speechless.
In the original history, Bulgaria suffered a disastrous defeat in the Second Balkan War after just over a month, the main reason being that the northern Danube front was torn open by Romania.
But since Hilde said so.
"Captain, do you mean to say that you can help us hold it?"
"We can't hold on, but we can still hold on for a month or two."
"What about in a month or two?"
Hilde just smiled and didn't answer.
The meaning is self-evident.
Major Vasily could also guess that Germany believed that Bulgaria could not win, but if Bulgaria could hold on, then intervention from the German Empire would come.
As long as we hold on, there is hope.
"What do we need to do?"
"Is there a map?"
"have"
As deputy leader.
Major Vasily always carried the map with him.
Hilde took the map.
Spread out the map.
"If I'm not mistaken, Romania should start assembling troops from July 5, and the number of troops will definitely not be less than 150,000, but more. Their chief of staff is Crown Prince Ferdinand, and the commander of the First Army is General Alessandro Averescu. This shows that Romania is very confident in this war, and they are ready to show their strength to the world. If you were a senior Romanian, where would you attack Bulgaria first?"
"Of course it's Dobrua. Dobrua is the farthest from the southwest front, the troops can't be transferred back, and it also has the most important port."
"But I think their real target is Silistra."
Hilde stretched out her slender fingers.
Points out the Bulgarian-Romanian border, located in the center of Rousse and Dobruja.
Danube River.
Cilistra.
"That's impossible."
"Why?"
"Silistra is the most important city in the north, an industrial and transportation center. It is heavily guarded and easy to defend.
I am a high-ranking official in Romania. Even if we take the First Army in the northwest as our target, we will never attack from the west.
Listra is the main target of the battle."
"That's why Silistra needs to be the primary target."
"How to say?"
Major Vasily frowned.
"We all know that Silistra is of utmost importance. Dobruja in the northeast is poorly defended, so attacking Dobruja is the best choice. For this reason, Bulgaria will transfer more troops to Dobruja. If Romania attacks Silistra, the risk will be greater, but the greater the risk, the greater the benefit. As long as Romania captures Silistra, it means that the entire northern Danube defense line will be torn open, and Romania can march straight into the heart of Bulgaria."
"We also have this question…"
"Hear me out."
"Please..."
Hilde paused for a moment.
Then he continued.
"But the above are not the main reasons. The main reason is not even on the battlefield."
"What reason?"
"You are a soldier, so you look at things from the perspective of the military, but Crown Prince Ferdinand of Romania is not just a soldier, he is also the future king of Romania. In addition to meeting military goals, he must also meet political goals."
"Political purpose?"
"Yes, this war was caused by the uneven distribution of benefits among the Balkan countries in the First Balkan War, but Romania did not participate in the First Balkan War. It is not legitimate for Romania. Even if they occupied the Southern Dobruja region, they took advantage of the chaos to share the cake. Even if they waited for Bulgaria to surrender and negotiated after the war, it would be difficult for them to truly obtain Southern Dobruja."
It was not the Balkan countries that truly determined the outcome of this war.
But those empires that are behemoths.
After the war, negotiations will be held in London, Berlin or other imperial centers, and the final post-war judgment will be made by the major empires.
Hilde continued.
"If Romania wants to truly obtain Southern Dobruja, it must gain the right to decide this war and become the absolute main force in attacking Bulgaria. Only by completely tearing open the northern defense line and occupying the capital Sofia can they get what they want in the post-war negotiations."
"Damn it…"
Major Vasily clenched his fists involuntarily.
The truth of the matter was even more cruel and worse than Major Vasily had imagined.
But after thinking for a moment.
Major Vasily couldn't help but raise his head and asked.
"Is this the analysis of the German General Staff?"
Hilde did not answer directly.
"In the East, there are three kinds of monkeys that represent wonderful meanings. One of them covers its mouth, one covers its ears, and one covers its eyes. Do you know what they mean, Major?"
"What's the meaning?"
"Don't listen, don't look, don't talk."
"I understand. I understand."
Major Vasily was a little embarrassed.
This is because I am criticized for asking too many questions. Come to think of it, it makes sense. You can't ask questions about the German High Command casually.
Yes, his rank of major is far from enough.
"So what should we do now? Report to General Kutinchev?"
Major Vasily was talking about General Kutinchev.
Refers to the commander-in-chief of the Danube Army Group stationed in the north.
Hilde said with a smile.
"It's all up to you."
Major Vasily felt as if his soul had been seen through.
He really didn't want to do that.
If he reported the truth to General Kutinchev, let's not talk about whether General Kutinchev would believe it or not. Even if he did, he would at most promote him to lieutenant colonel, but he would never become a war hero, and there was a possibility that Hilde would be exposed.
"Do you have any suggestions?"
"Take your army and rush to Silistra as quickly as possible. You don't have much time. The Romanian army will not wait for you."
"You want me to lead a regiment?"
Major Vasily was a little startled.
After all, he was only a deputy regiment commander with the rank of major. If he led the troops out without the commander's presence or orders, it would be a violation of military orders.
Hilde put away the map.
"You have the freedom to choose."
"Let's not talk about this for now. Even if I bring troops with me, I can only mobilize one regiment, which is meaningless in a frontal war."
"Of course I don't expect your regiment to be of any use, but it is enough to give the Romanian army an illusion that Bulgarian reinforcements have arrived."
"No."
Major Vasily clenched his fists and stood up.
If this step is successful, he will be known as a war hero in the northern battlefield, and it can also be confirmed that Hilde has information from the German General Staff, which means that he has obtained resources from the highest level of the German army and has a bright future.
If this step fails, he will be violating military regulations by leading the troops away before the commander's order is issued.
This is against military regulations...
Seems like it's no big deal?
Anyway, the original purpose was to go to Dobruja.
According to Bulgarian military regulations, if one acts without authorization and bypasses the command chain before the commander arrives, he will be punished with reprimand, demotion, suspension, etc. unless serious damage is caused. However, the war situation is so serious now that a major-level officer will not be suspended at will. This is the end of the matter if the bet is lost.
If you win the bet, you will be the hero of Silistra.
Even if it was for Bulgaria, he had to take a gamble.
no.
no!
Major Vasily shook his head vigorously.
He felt like he was being seduced by a witch.
But the temptation was too great.
final.
Major Vasily couldn't help but ask Hilde.
"Captain Hilde, can I ask you a question?"
"Um?"
"Why did you choose me?"
Actually, it's because I was fishing in Macedonia.
You are the fish that takes the bait.
certainly.
The same can't be said for Hield.
With her slender jade-like fingers placed on her chest, the wind blew Hilde's white hair, with a faint smile.
"I did not choose you. My knight will lead thousands of troops to win the victory."
Major Vasily stood up straight.
He touched his chest with his right hand.
Kneel down on one knee towards Hilde.
Perform the chivalric etiquette which has been almost abandon
ed in this era.
then.
He stood up and left without looking back.
This is normal.
Just because of Hilde's beauty.
No one can resist the princess and the knight.
No one!
Even married men in their forties are no exception.