Chapter 11 The Emperor's Shock
In Potsdam Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm II rubbed his aching eyes. Although, it's already eleven o'clock in the evening. But his government affairs are not yet finished.
The imperial meeting had just ended, and the ministers had just left. The British and the French signed an agreement in which France promised not to interfere with British actions in Egypt; the British recognized Morocco as a French sphere of influence. But this undoubtedly violated Germany's colonial interests in Morocco.
William II and the ministers were discussing a solution just now. With the British and the French getting closer, together with France and Russia, which had already come together, the encirclement of Germany had been formed. And this is undoubtedly extremely dangerous for Germany.
"Father, we must not compromise on the Morocco issue this time, otherwise, it will cause serious damage to the interests of the German Empire." Crown Prince William looked angry.
"Well, I see, I need to think about this matter again." William II said.
Of course, he was very angry at the actions of Britain and France that harmed Germany's interests. But at the same time, he also knows that although Germany is very powerful, if it wants to go to war with Britain, France and Russia at this time, Germany's chances of winning are not great, and it is even completely unprepared. Therefore, Germany must continue to endure.
But William II worried that this would be a major blow to the patriotic enthusiasm of the people.
Crown Prince William wanted to say something more. However, seeing that William II didn't want to continue this topic, he had no choice but to say nothing more.
At this time, Essen von Jonareit, the butler of the royal family, walked in.
"Essen, is there anything else?"
"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness Prince Oscar asked me to bring this to you." Essen von Jonneret handed a check to William II.
William II took it and saw that it was a check with a face value of two million marks. Of course, for William II, who controlled the entire empire, this was nothing at all.
"What is this?" William II couldn't help frowning. Qin Tian actually had someone bring him a check, what's going on?
"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness Prince Oscar and my son Carl, they jointly run a lottery sales company. His Royal Highness decided to donate 20% of the proceeds to the royal family free of charge. In addition, they will also give 2% of the profits Ten, use it for social welfare undertakings." Essen von Jonareit approved with a look of approval. After all, Karl has shares in the German Welfare Lottery Sales Company and can share 10% of the profits. It now appears that this investment is simply too cost-effective.
"Twenty percent profit?" William II hadn't paid attention to Qin Tian at all during this period of time. In his heart, he was completely disappointed with Qin Tian, and even planned to give up his son. Although Shuangseqiu has become popular throughout Germany, for William II, it is still out of the question, and he has not paid attention to it.
"Yes, Your Majesty. Your Highness's company has very good income. The two million marks is just less than half a month's income. From now on, there should be four to five million income sharing every month." Right." Essen von Jonareit continued.
"What? So many?" Both William II and Crown Prince William were shocked.
If it was only two million marks, they would naturally not take it to heart. However, if you can earn four to five million yuan every month in the future, then this is a huge sum of money that cannot be underestimated. After one year, there are a full 40 to 50 million marks. The cost of a battleship is no more than that.
"Mr. Jonalet, are you right? Oscar's lottery, is the profit so big?" Crown Prince William looked disbelieving. At the same time, his heart was suddenly filled with jealousy towards Qin Tian. Even though he is the crown prince, he does not have much property, and the wealth in his hands is very limited. Now that Qin Tian actually has such a large property in a very short period of time, it naturally makes him feel very unbalanced.
In a capitalist society, the role of money is undoubtedly greater. If you have money, many problems can be solved. If this wealth can be in his hands, then his status as crown prince will undoubtedly be further consolidated.
"Even if it is 4 million marks a month, it will be nearly 50 million marks in that year. This is only 20%. Then, Oscar's own profit is more than 100 million to nearly 200 million Mark? This is a huge sum of money!" William II sighed.
Although, for William II, more than 100 million marks is nothing. However, for Germany's finances, this is undoubtedly a lot of money. Germany's annual fiscal revenue is only more than 900 million marks.
"No wonder that guy dared to ask Dean Ludwig Birkenhagen to donate a battleship in exchange for four years. If he has so much income, a battleship doesn't count at all. What." William II suddenly figured this out.
He also thought Qin Tian was whimsical before, using such conditions to avoid going to university. But now it seems that Qin Tian simply has confidence in himself! With so many benefits, it is entirely possible to present a battleship to the German Navy. Moreover, this is of great benefit to the German Navy and Germany as a whole.
"Your Majesty, I have to admit that I was completely mistaken before. I didn't expect Prince Oscar to be a genius in business! He is only sixteen years old now, and he can earn so much money. If you give him another period With time to develop, he may be able to become the most successful businessman in Germany and even the world." Essen von Jonneret expressed admiration.
William II nodded, although he did not agree with Qin Tian's business as a prince. However, if Qin Tian could really earn a huge amount of wealth, then it would be nothing. After all, this is a capitalist society where money comes first. Wealth represents social status and power.
"Father, why does Oscar only contribute 20% of the profits to the royal family? And he himself takes 60% of it? If he still regards himself as a member of the royal family, he should contribute most of the profits to the royal family. For the royal family, it is enough to keep a small part. After all, our current financial pressure is very high. If we want to respond to the pressure from Britain, France, Russia and other countries, if we want to expand our military and prepare for war, we will undoubtedly need more funds." Crown Prince William Jumping out, Dayi said solemnly, as if Qin Tian had committed some heinous crime.
