The Rise of the Empire

"1.35 million pounds for a battleship! Is there a higher price?" Earl Schelling asked again. After waiting for a full three minutes, the entire venue was silent.

"Deal!" Prince Ruprecht said with a smile. Compared with the fierce competition in the first round, the whole process was extremely simple in the second round of bidding. After the Spaniard proposed 1.3 million pounds, the Japanese directly proposed 135. 10,000 pounds, such a high price made the Spaniards directly persuaded, and the Russians did not say a word. Then all the dust settled, and the two cruisers originally named Russian class were bought by Japan. Then these two warships were named Nisshin and Hatsun, and began their magnificent life!

"Are the Japanese crazy?" When the auction ended, Major General Tirpitz, who had been listening, wiped the cold sweat off his head with a handkerchief and said.

"Of course it's not crazy, it's just that you can't see through it. Let me tell you, if Spain or Russia dare to increase the price at this time, Japan will definitely follow! Japan will make a lot of money by buying these two ships." Prince Ruprecht said very Said firmly.

"To fight against Russia? Obtain North Korea from Russia? Even if it gains an advantage in North Korea, Japan will not be able to recover the premium cost of hundreds of thousands of pounds in a short period of time!" Tirpitz still has doubts about the prince's previous statement. .

"It's good that you can think of this, but it's still far from the truth! Let's make a bet, up to 3 years! The Japanese government will prove that these two warships are worth their money! How about a bet of 20,000 marks?" Prince Ruprecht is in a very good mood today.

"Forget it, 20,000 marks is nothing to you, but it's a big number to me." Tirpitz waved his hand quickly and said.

"Japan is great, the British are even better, but this time they are not targeting us, so we can watch the show, but when it comes time to match one day, I just hope you don't take it for granted. You are still far away .” Ruprecht said earnestly, regardless of whether Tirpitz could understand or not.

In the future, the opponents I will face will not only come from foreign countries, but also some domestic forces. Even some pig teammates who want to do good things but end up doing bad things. The prince really didn't want Tirpitz to become the latter one day.

After the ownership of the two battleships was finalized, His Royal Highness did not enjoy the rare leisure, but immediately threw himself into the game with the Americans, this time. The dishonest Americans are trying to play tricks again! The Americans headed by Roosevelt have always believed that this so-called "black scroll" with the seal or signature of the President of the United States and the four members of the delegation on it has a special threat.

In fact, the content written on the "Black Scroll" is very simple, to the effect: "For the sake of the friendship and future of the United States and Germany, Prince Ruprecht of Bavaria has accepted the proposal of the United States and prefers the ownership of the two warships. Japan and the United Kingdom. The President of the United States and the people who participated in this agreement believe that the acquisition of these two warships by Japan is more conducive to the stability of the Asia-Pacific. And the United States expresses its gratitude to Germany for its support.” Then there is a long list of signatures below and seal. The document called "Black Volume" has been collected by the prince.

In this regard, Americans have always been more resistant. Even planning to repent, Prince Ruprecht would naturally not agree, but he did not refuse rudely. Instead, he took out another document and handed it to the Americans.

"Your country is happy a little early. Just a week ago, Spain just contacted us. If this bidding fails,

Then they will buy two other warships of the same model at a price of 1.1 million, and the start date will be at the end of this year. If all goes well, the two warships will enter service in early 1899. Do you know how this order will affect your country's plans? "Prince Ruprecht said calmly. At this time, the American's expression was very exciting, which made the prince let out a bad breath.

"Maybe you don't believe what I said before. But you will believe what I say now. For example, your goals are very ambitious, not just the West Indies. Am I right? And if the Spaniards give up at the beginning If the West Indies is mentioned, then what will your country plan to do if you concentrate your forces in the Philippines? From the east coast of the United States to the Philippines, well, it seems that your country’s battleship formation has not traveled such a long voyage, right?”

"How long will this period take? 60 days, 90 days? Or longer? Although the Spanish navy is limited in strength, it still has 4 capital ships, 2 of which are Munich-class armored cruisers. If you get two 10,000-ton armored cruisers, how does your country plan to end? Well, let’s be clear, how do you plan to end?” The prince’s words made Roosevelt’s face change.

"Is that a threat?" Roosevelt said. "The time for us to act can be advanced!"

"Whatever you think. The U.S. government cannot stop the normal arms trade between Germany and Spain. I personally feel that you are more of a threat. Of course, it doesn't matter. That's all I have to say. How should you do it?" It's very clear, even if you don't understand it, someone will figure it out!" The prince didn't care about the anger on the other side, and said to himself.

"Your threat is useless. After all, your country is not the only country that can produce excellent warships. Spain can obtain warships from Britain and France. We can't give them all benefits?" Wilson said.

"The British and French don't know all of your country's intentions, at least they don't think your navy can occupy the Philippines. And you won't tell them this. Naturally, they can't use this to blackmail your country."

"And the most important thing is time! We have ready-made drawings and designs, a strong shipyard and enough labor force! We can guarantee completion within 2 years. How long will it take France and Britain to complete the same warship? At least 2 and a half years! Yes When a weapon appears at the right time, it will double its value! I think I understand clearly?" The prince didn't care about Wilson's words.

"Think about it, now you are asking for me, no matter how this matter ends up, I am still me, but whether your country can get the Philippines depends entirely on your attitude. I can postpone the project, sometimes , time is the most important bargaining chip for you, isn't it?" The prince left the venue first after finishing speaking, and the attitude of the Americans made him certain that the United States would act in 1898 as in history, or even more earlier.

"Things are getting more and more interesting!" Three days later, when the prince got the black paper signed by the American, he said happily to himself.

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