Baron Frederick stepped onto the podium, took out the speech he had prepared in advance, and said loudly: "Nowadays, the world situation is changing every day. The Witch God Cult summoned Saladin, and the Harvest God Cult summoned Caesar, not to mention
That Corsican devil."
"These once powerful monarchs have launched a series of measures to strengthen the country after their return. I believe that the Kingdom of Windsor must not sit still and wait for death. Failure to progress means regression. If we want to maintain our leading position, we must make more decisive challenges!"
Everyone nodded slightly, having some feelings about the 'crisis' that Baron Frederick said.
When it comes to Caesar and Saladin, two figures from hundreds of years ago, everyone may not have a real sense of it, but when it comes to the devil in Corsica...
All of a sudden, I was reminded of the unbearable past.
Back then, they underestimated Napoleon and gave him a chance to develop. If they hadn't formed an allied force in time and ambush Napoleon on his way back home, the outcome would have been uncertain.
Ordinary people may not be aware of the crisis, but parliament, the king, and the cabinet must take into account possible drastic changes.
"I hereby formally introduce the Education Reform Bill to Parliament."
Baron Frederick said: "The first article in the bill is to rectify the current chaotic public school environment. The government has spent money, but it has not received the returns it deserves. This is not what it should be."
"How many people are lining their own pockets? How many people are sucking the blood of the kingdom like leeches? They must be found! Punish them severely!"
The echoes from the audience were a little louder, but the eldest prince still frowned, not understanding what Baron Frederick was up to.
Others may be deceived by Baron Frederick's righteous speech, but he will not.
The eldest prince knew in his heart that Baron Frederic was by no means a nobleman who suddenly became kind-hearted.
"Article 2 of the bill stipulates that more public schools should be established according to the situation to ensure that the vast majority of children go to school."
"Article 3: Girls should have the same rights to attend school as boys."
As soon as the third item of the bill was uttered, the echo in the chamber suddenly decreased a lot. No one from the ruling party spoke, and only the opposition party expressed support.
Everyone knows that not long ago, the Educators Association just rejected Freya's request to establish a girls' school, and who was behind this...
Although it is not very clear, there are only a few suspects.
Seeing the mixed reactions from the audience, Baron Frederick, who had been mentally prepared for a long time, used Mawei's words: "Education is the foundation of a country. It is difficult for a country that does not value education to have talents. The Kingdom of Windsor is an island country.
, the reason why we have become a leading empire is because we are not stingy in imparting knowledge and have a spirit of adventure. Now that our status has been challenged, are we going to abandon the ideas that brought us to where we are today?"
The second prince was the first to express his stance. He raised his handkerchief, and the members of the Liberal Party immediately burst into astonishing approval. Freya looked at the back of Baron Frederic and glanced sideways at the unmoved Ma Wei.
, finally raised the handkerchief.
Representatives from the Democratic Party also joined the qualified team. Unfortunately, the ruling party's seats were very quiet. Everyone was watching the reaction of the eldest prince and Earl Austin. Their faces were calm and they did not raise their handkerchiefs at all.
the meaning of.
The eldest prince did not say that Arthur and Gawain certainly would not openly support the Liberal Party, nor did the MPs behind them.
The speaker counted the number of supporters, raised a small hammer and knocked on the pedestal, and said loudly: "If there are not more than half of the supporters, the proposal will not be passed!"
Not being approved was a possibility that Ma Wei and others had thought of before they arrived.
The reason is very simple. Even if it gets the support of the Democratic Party, the Liberal Party will not get more than half of the votes, and it is impossible for the ruling party to provide support before they figure out their path. The fourth prince, Arthur, belongs to the eldest prince.
The prince did not speak, and he would not express anything.
The only unstable factor is the northern MPs, who have dozens of votes. If they can get their support, the proposal can be passed and enter the upper house for resolution.
The situation in the House of Lords is similar to that in the House of Commons. As long as it can get the support of the northern nobles, the proposal can be passed. In this way, the bill only needs to be signed by the king and the cabinet to implement the bill.
It is easier said than done. Today is the first time that the Education Reform Bill is proposed. Why should northern legislators support them? What are the benefits to them?
No representation is expected.
Returning to Kensington Palace, the second prince said: "Once the proposal is rejected, you have to wait until a month later if you want to submit it again. It doesn't matter. We can use this time to win over the northern MPs. We can get Freya's support today, which is already very good."
Not bad.”
Ma Wei did not say anything. He knew the current situation. In the eyes of the second prince, Gawain's northern councilors had nothing to do with the disputes in the royal capital. But in fact, Russell Benjamin had already entered the eldest prince's camp and became the eldest prince's subordinate.
Help.
As long as the eldest prince does not relent, the bill will not be passed.
"Your Highness, we might as well communicate with the eldest prince to see if we can get their support."
"Support?" The second prince raised his eyebrows: "Nicholas, how do you say that? Charles is our obstacle, how can he support us? Besides, to get his support, we must make concessions and share the cake with the Conservative Party
!”
"In your eyes, Your Highness, which is more important, making money or gaining the support of the people?"
"Of course it's money..."
The voice stopped suddenly. The second prince thought about it carefully and suddenly understood what Ma Wei meant.
Money can be made at any time. If you miss the limelight of real estate, there are other ways to make money.
But there is only one throne.
What's more, if he becomes a king, why would he need so much money?
Just like the original Archbishop Umbry, before he became the pope, all he could think about was the struggle for power. After being elected as the pope, he seemed to be a different person, and all he could think about was the interests of the church.
If you are not in your position, you will not do what you want.
Depending on where you stand, your way of thinking about problems is also different.
Money is a tool used by the second prince to gain support from Liberal Party members, not his ultimate goal.
Obviously, the second prince was blinded by money and regarded making money as the top priority. He even reversed the priorities and mistook the key points.
After Ma Wei's reminder, the second prince reacted and began to seriously consider Ma Wei's proposal.
When it comes to real estate matters, it doesn't matter if you cooperate with the prince. The key is who proposed the bill.
"You're right."
After a long period of thinking, the second prince finally defeated his desire for money and said in a deep voice: "I almost went astray, Nicholas, thank you very much."
"Your Highness, it's good if you understand."
"Baron Frederick, I have decided to negotiate with Charles."
"Well, Your Highness, I have no objection to your thinking."
The wife of the second prince is Elizabeth, the daughter of Baron Frederick.
When the second prince becomes the king, his daughter becomes the queen.
From the bottom of his heart, Baron Frederick wanted to see the second prince working hard.
In contrast, making money is not as important as power.
As long as the second prince becomes the king, how much money can he earn?
After deciding to negotiate with Charles, the second prince immediately set off and called Marvey and Baron Frederick to rush to Clarence Palace. When he heard his brother's arrival, the eldest prince who was discussing countermeasures with Earl Austin, Arthur and Russell Benjamin showed up.
A look of extreme astonishment.
The eldest prince knows best about his relationship with the second prince.
Although the two of them have not stopped contacting each other forever, they will never come to visit like this.
Now comes suddenly,
It’s definitely a bad person!
"Your Highness, there is no need for you to see them." Earl Austin said, "This is your private territory. Even the king cannot force his way in, so just say no."
"No, Shukri is here, most likely for the bill proposed in the parliament. I haven't figured out what he wants to do yet. Now that he has arrived, I have to inquire carefully."
After thinking for a moment, the eldest prince said to the maid: "Take them to the living room."
"yes."
"Earl Austin, Arthur and Benjamin, you can go to the side room and eavesdrop, or you can stay here, it's up to you."
Arthur and Gawain looked at each other and said, "I'm also curious about what Shukri has to say."
"Then let the maid take you there, and I will entertain them first."
After sorting out his clothes, Arthur went to the living room on the first floor. When the maid led Ma Wei and others in, he forced a fake smile and greeted him enthusiastically:
"Shukri! Nicholas! And Baron Frederic...welcome!"
The two brothers bowed their heads affectionately, and both of them were a little uncomfortable with each other, but they still had smiles on their faces, a fake smile of hello, me, and everyone, and there was no tense atmosphere at all.
After sitting down, the maid brought hot tea. The eldest prince took a sip of tea and asked, "Shukri, you suddenly came here today because of the Education Reform Act."
"Charles, you are still as smart as ever." Shukri smiled and said, "I have been unable to hide secrets in front of you since I was a child. Yes, you are right. I am here for the Education Reform Act."
"well."
The eldest prince sighed, put down the tea cup and said: "In the parliament, I really want to support Baron Frederick, I really want to support you, but I really have something to hide..."
"What's the unspeakable secret?"
"I personally want to support you, but some people don't want to. As for who it is, I think you should know it well, Shukri."
"I see."
"As long as you understand."
The eldest prince nodded happily: "I guess the Education Reform Bill was Nicholas's idea, right? He has many ideas."
"It's really not Nicholas." The second prince smiled: "This "Education Reform Bill" has nothing to do with Nicholas. It's what I want to propose."
"you?"
The eldest prince showed a surprised expression: "Why do you propose a bill?"
"Well..."
The second prince lowered his head in embarrassment and did not answer the eldest prince's question.
The eldest prince who understood everything immediately said: "For the Kingdom of Windsor and for you, Shukri, as long as the reason is right, I am willing to risk being reprimanded to support you!"
"Really?!" The second prince raised his head, his eyes full of surprise.
"Of course it's true. You are my biological brother. I will support whatever you want to do, even if it costs my life."
"Charles..."
The second prince couldn't help but feel moved, as if he was moved by the eldest prince's words, and said: "The "Education Reform Act" is just a cover, to be precise, it is an introduction."
"Well, keep talking."
"Charles, what impact do you think it will have on the Kingdom of Windsor if we improve the current educational environment?"
The eldest prince thought for a while and said: "Of course education reform is a good thing. The current public schools are indeed in a mess. Arthur has mentioned this to me more than once, but speaking of the benefits... of course it is to find more talents and strengthen
The scientific power of the Kingdom of Windsor.”
"These are all superficial phenomena, and the real benefits are not here."
Smiling slightly, the second prince said slowly: "Once education is reformed, will more children go to school? Will the children who go to school learn more useful knowledge? In the future, will they enter university?
How about becoming the pillar of the kingdom?”
"Of course." said the eldest prince.
"You can think of it, and others can think of it. There are two types of business in the world, one is production, and the other is plunder. Production and invention are very difficult. If you want to make money, more than 90% of business methods are plundering, and plundering
It’s just taking advantage of the information gap.”
The second prince said: "When your ideas are consistent with others, the opportunity to make money has actually slipped away long ago. The most indispensable thing in the world is diligent people. If you compete with them, you will not earn any benefits."
"The most profitable businesses are like treasures that are out of reach of ordinary people. By the time they have access to them, the cake has already been divided."
"Only by taking advantage of the information gap can we make a lot of money and maintain our upper-class status."
Hearing this, even Charles, who usually couldn't stand Shukri, couldn't help but nod his head, fully agreeing with his brother's statement.
Between producers and predators, the most profitable is definitely the latter.
Production requires logic, but plunder does not.
The key is what means you use to plunder.
"A qualified businessman will take the initiative to create an information gap when there is no information gap, such as the Education Reform Act."
The second prince spoke faster and faster: "Once the Education Reform Act is passed, the pattern of the education sector will also undergo drastic changes. For children from lower-income families, learning is the easiest way for them to make progress. As long as they study hard and pass the exam,
If you enter a prestigious university, you will be able to meet children from the upper class, and if you are lucky, you may even get help from your connections."
"Charles, you have thought of this, and others can naturally think of it, so how can we use this to make money?"
With his eyes narrowed, the second prince pointed at the top of his head.
The eldest prince glanced at the ceiling, and the remaining doubts on his face gradually turned into surprise: "The public school has a nearby admission system, and the house...you want to use the house to make money?"
"You finally figured it out."
The second prince nodded and said with a smile: "Charles, no one does not need a house. This is absolute hard currency. As long as we cooperate with banks, we can plunder massive wealth!"