Arthur's negotiations with William II went very smoothly. Of course, this time it was the German Empire that sought assistance from Australia and Arthur, so William II readily agreed to the majority of Arthur's demands.
In the following few days, William II personally took Arthur to observe the daily training of the German Army and the naval exercises. After experiencing the powerful German Empire's navy and army firsthand, they headed north to the Russian Empire together.
The Russian Empire was the last stop on Arthur's European tour and one of the main purposes of his trip to Europe.
Regardless of whether the German-Russian alliance could be realized, Australia would reap substantial benefits and make a guaranteed profit.
Although the eastern part of the German Empire bordered the western part of the Russian Empire, William II and Arthur still chose to travel by warship to the Russian Empire.