Once the common folk started making a fuss, the whole world knew what the French wanted to do. The Beide Countries began to prepare for war, and their neighbors were not idle either.
Switzerland called up fifty thousand militiamen for six months of military training; Spain expanded five infantry divisions and announced to the public that it was to suppress colonial rebellions.
The Austrian Government announced that this year's retired servicemen had their service extended by half a year and conducted anti-invasion drills nationwide.
Although it was not explicitly stated, everyone knew this was aimed at the French. The situation on the European Continent suddenly became tense, and the French government at the center of the storm became embarrassed.
Explanations?