Dai Lin sat in the conference room and saw that all the senior officials of the Hanhai Protector were present. He immediately felt the importance that the Hanhai Protector attached to this strategic cooperation.
"Your Majesty Dai Lin, we unconditionally accept your previous request for cooperation. You can repeat it here and we will both confirm it."
Li De's words can be said to be very unruly. The words "unconditional acceptance" are not said casually. This will definitely put himself in a very disadvantageous position during negotiations.
It can be said that if it is not out of confidence in one's own strength, this negotiation method must not be used indiscriminately.
However, looking at the expressions of other senior officials, Dai Lin knew that this was the result of unanimous agreement after discussion, and he felt the sincerity of the Hanhai Protector for cooperation.
"First, the cost of renting a boat is fifty thousand gold coins per year."
When he said this, Dai Lin himself felt a little embarrassed. You must know that the cost of building a first-class ship is only 70,000 gold coins. Fifty thousand gold coins are equivalent to two-thirds of the cost of a first-class ship.
Dai Lin estimated that he could rent one first, second and third class warship to the Hanhai Protectorate. The three warships would cost 50,000 gold coins just for one year. This price can be said to be ridiculously expensive.
But Dailin could only bite the bullet and offer such a price. He knew that unless it was such a price, there would be no chance of impressing Stormsong. The battleships of Kul Tiras must be returned to Stormsong's shipyard for maintenance on a regular basis.
Even if it is a battle loss, you must truthfully inform the other party.
"no problem."
Li De agreed simply.
Dai Lin admired, this is heroic spirit, decisive and neat in doing things.
"After your country has conquered the shipbuilding technology, it will help Kul Tiras train at least three groups of engineers within five years. The first group is tentatively set to have twenty people. If it is acceptable, I will send you a list.
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This was the first time that someone directly used "country" to define the Hanhai Protector. The negotiation with Dai Lin could be said to be of great historical significance.
It can also be seen from this that Dai Lin is definitely not a leader who just hangs around. Even if he never thought that his partner would be the Protector of the Vast Sea, he had already drawn up a list of people to strengthen his own strength.
"That's no problem. We have a school of history, a school of divinity, and a school of art. You can send people to study abroad at public expense in the name of studying these, and it won't arouse any suspicion from the outside world."
Li De was equally considerate, and Dai Lin nodded with satisfaction. It must be said that it is very reassuring to work with such a person.
"That's all I ask for. You can tell me your requirements. If there are no problems, we can sign an agreement."
Dai Lin said this, but Li De raised his hand to signal the other party to calm down.
"I believe you will promise to provide us with real capital ships. Now we can achieve mutual trust. After our previous discussions, the most important thing about this plan is to make early arrangements. The confidentiality of Hope Port is very problematic.
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After Li De finished speaking, Dai Lin's thick eyebrows suddenly raised.
"This cooperation must be highly confidential, not only to prevent Stormsong's detection, but also to prevent threats from potential enemies. The Bilgewater Cartel attacked us just a few months ago.
We plan to build a highly confidential naval base outside of Tanaris, which can not only conquer technology without being noticed, but also fulfill the function of guarding the Port of Hope.
After the naval base is completed, Port of Hope will become a purely commercial port, and all military functions will be undertaken there. As for this military base, I hope to cooperate with you to build it."
Li De emphasized "you" in order to identify Daelin as the only partner, not Kul Tiras.
After hearing this plan, Dai Lin felt a turmoil in his heart.
Building a military base outside Hope Port will undoubtedly help Dai Lin to the greatest extent.
Before, Dai Lin only thought about laying eggs under the banner of Protectorate of Hanhai, but Li De came up with this grander cooperation plan, which was like starting from scratch!
A highly confidential military base that only belongs to Li De and Dai Lin.
In this case, the engineers trained in this way can even stay there to build a fleet for Daelin. The Proudmoore family controls the most powerful navy.
Even if we prepare for the worst, if there is a drastic change in Kul Tiras and Stormsong and Ashvane rebel at the same time, Daelin's army can use the fleet here to quell the chaos in the country!
"Where was the location chosen?"
Based on Dai Lin's understanding of Li De, since he proposed this plan, he was definitely not unprepared.
Under the signal from Li De's eyes, Nogfogg and Anderson left the table at the same time and hung a nautical chart on the wall.
Due to the small population of the Hanhai Protectorate, one department is actually in charge of many things. For example, Haggard's Civil Affairs Department, in addition to people's livelihood, also manages urban construction, public security, and faith...
The same is true for the Ministry of Finance. Some people did not understand the pairing of Nogfogg and Anderson at first, because Anderson actually had no experience in financial management.
But in fact, Anderson barely cares about finances, and his main work direction is maritime affairs. There is no way, the Hanhai Protectorate is too short of people.
Noggenfogg has the ability to command the navy and is a goblin who understands maritime affairs. Moreover, the trade of the Vast Sea Protector relies heavily on shipping, so the Ministry of Maritime Affairs is actually affiliated with the Ministry of Finance.
While the Ministry of Finance manages maritime trade, it also performs the work of exploring the coast, making nautical charts, and recording routes.
After the sea map appeared in front of him, Daelin recognized at a glance that it was the coastline of the southeastern part of Kalimdor. From the Tanaris Hope Harbor at the bottom to Ratchet City built by the goblins, the entire coastline
The long coastline is clearly drawn on it.
As an outstanding naval commander, Daelin's sensitivity to coastlines is the most advanced in this era. Just on the coastline north of Tanaris, an island instantly attracted his attention.
As expected, Anderson dropped the tip of his baton there.
"Above the Tanaris Desert is an area called Dustwallow Swamp, where the coastline connects the island. We discovered it during our trade with Ratchet City and stopped for rest.
Different from the harsh swamps on land, after our investigation, we found that this is an alluvial island with solid ground, and there are no reefs in the nearby waters. It is surrounded by deep water. It is a natural deep-water harbor and is completely suitable for building a naval base."
After Anderson's introduction, Dai Lin wished he could come to this island in person the next moment. Isn't this the best naval base given to them by God?!
"Great, let's choose here. The geographical conditions are suitable. It is between Hope Port and Ratchet City, and the strategic location is good. The goblin ships will pass through here when they come to Hope Port, so confidentiality may be lacking."
Dai Lin immediately completed the analysis, and Li Deshen nodded in agreement.
"This is indeed a problem, but it also brings us an advantage. Our relationship with Cozan has been tense since the naval battle a few months ago.
We build a naval base here, which can serve as a good deterrent to enemies and potential enemies.
We just have to worry that before the naval base is built, the enemy will not overreact due to leaks and make a desperate attempt to kill our plan."
Dai Lin also took out a pipe and lit a pipe for himself happily.
"This is not a problem. Kul Tiras and the Vast Sea Protector are trading partners. In order to protect the goods of Kul Tiras, our fleet can ensure that any enemy stays honest before the naval base is built.
On the surface, the Stormsong family is also on our side.
To be honest, this plan is just based on the bottom line consideration of my own safety. If Stormsong can change his mind and not try to get involved in dangerous places, I will never use the arrangement here for the nobles in the country.
In Li De's words, the current conflict between us and the Kezan Goblin Group is the main conflict, and the conflict with Stormsong is just a secondary conflict."
Taking into account the feelings of Noggenfogg and Bigwitz present, Daelin specifically emphasized that it was the "Kezan Goblin Group", and this goodwill was also sensed by the two.
"What you said is very good. In terms of the Hanhai Protector's external relations, the Kezan Group is the main contradiction and Stowe Song is the secondary contradiction.
When it comes to building a naval base, Stormsong is the main conflict, and the Kezan Group is the secondary conflict. The two are mutually exclusive.
As the situation develops, conflicts may transform. In order to ensure our own safety during the transformation of conflicts, we will unite together."
Li De smiled and recognized Dai Lin's words. After converting to the light of civilization, Dai Lin was not only promoted to a hero in terms of personal strength, but his understanding of things also made great progress.
"Then there's nothing more to say. Once the matter is settled, we have to get started. Building a naval base will cost a lot of money. The Proudmoore family has savings. You helped with the placement of the orc prisoners of war.
We saved money and now it's time for me to return the favor."
This is true. Building a base is a huge waste of money, and Li De was not polite to Dai Lin.
"On the construction project, we will sit together to evaluate it, and then discuss a share ratio. Van Cleef, the construction of the prison can be accelerated, and we will have new projects soon."
Van Cleef nodded expressionlessly. Previously, due to low domestic demand, the construction period of the First Prison was continuously extended. Now that there is a new project, they will naturally speed up the process.
The general framework of the matter has been discussed, and everyone is free to discuss some detailed issues.
"Marshal Dai Lin, this naval base is very important to both of us. You are a naval authority and a senior. Why don't you give this base a nice name?"
"Okay, let me think about it...
Yes! Let’s name it using the word ‘new life’ in the native language of ancient Kul Tiras, just call it ‘Theramore’.”