"Father, welcome back." Gao Bin sent a hug.

"Thank you, kid. I'm very happy to see Downton being taken care of so well by you."

"Now that you're back, I can rest peacefully for a while." Gao Bin took the opportunity to return the management rights.

"Why? You can continue to take care of Downton."

"This is not an easy job. Rather than this, I hope to take the time to get married."

"You and the princess..."

"She is willing to marry me, but the obstacle now is my bloodline."

Robert sighed:

"This matter is indeed troublesome. Let's do it this way. I will go to London next month to confer honors. Then I can meet with His Majesty the King to see if there is a chance to talk about this issue."

"Awarded? Can the title be promoted?"

"No, people in the House of Lords are still discussing this issue, and I don't know, but after this time, I will serve in the military."

"What position?"

"General Haig is preparing to form a Royal Legion and intends to appoint me as its commander."

Later generations' evaluation of Haig was full of contradictions. On the one hand, they believed that he was an excellent general because he led Britain to win the largest battle in World War I. He was also a person who helped veterans fight for their rights.<

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When he died, millions of citizens could be seen spontaneously lining up in long lines on the streets of London to mourn him.

But some people think that he is a butcher, and putting such a bad reputation on his head shows that some people have an extremely bad impression of Haig.

The reason is obvious. When he was leading the First World War, two million soldiers died because of the war. In addition, wars in which he participated often ended in "tragic victories".

Therefore, many people put adjectives such as "stupid", "cold" and "disregarding the lives of soldiers" on Haig.

In fact, in the early stages of the war, Haig fought very bravely. He successively launched the Battle of Ensmarne, the First Battle of Ypres, and the Spring Offensive, and won victory in these battles.<

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Because of Haig's outstanding performance, he was promoted to general in 1915 and also served as commander of the First Army. His immediate boss at the time was French, the commander-in-chief of the British Expeditionary Force.

After French was dismissed by Churchill and returned to the British mainland, he was succeeded by Haig.

The Battle of Verdun broke out in 1916. Both Germany and France sent heavy troops to Verdun. The final outcome of the battle was that more than 500,000 French troops died and more than 400,000 German troops died.
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Because of this tragic battle, the main force of the French army was almost exhausted, and the German army also suffered heavy losses.

Then there was the Battle of the Somme, which ended with a "tragic victory".

In the Battle of the Somme, Haig preferred to use cavalry charges to launch attacks.

In the early stage, no attention was paid to the powerful artillery and tanks, so it is obvious that the British army was severely damaged by the opponent on the first day of the Battle of the Somme, losing almost 50,000 soldiers.

Not only that, in this battle, both sides suffered heavy losses. The British army lost 450,000 people, the French army lost 340,000 people, and their opponent, the German army, lost 538,000 people.

This is also the main reason why Haig was criticized by later generations.

Now, Robert is favored by Haig and serves as the commander of the Royal Legion, which is both a good thing and a bad thing.

However, as long as the opportunity is grasped well, Gao Bin feels that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

"You will be based in London from now on?"

"Yes, so the manor has to be handed over to you."

"Do you know about Matthew's situation?"

"I heard that, I'm sorry, he is such a poor kid." Robert was a little depressed. The successors he chose had problems one after another. If he knew Chinese culture, he might have doubts about Feng Shui.

"I think you should talk about it, there are some things you have to face."

He was referring to the issue of heirs.

"I will, kid, maybe you should think about it."

"Me? What are you considering?"

"Do you want to be my heir?"

Gao Bin laughed twice:

"You don't think about bloodline issues anymore?"

"What's important is the name Crowley, isn't it?"

Robert didn't know why he suddenly thought about it and let go.

"I will obey your arrangements."

Patted Gao Bin on the shoulder:

"I'm going to see Matthew."

"Father, why didn't William come back with you?"

"Oh~ He didn't come back."

"This is really regrettable news. Have you told his family?"

"Not yet, I want to tell him the news in person."

"Well, his father must be very sad."

"Arrange a job for his father in the manor." Robert felt compassionate.

"Okay."

William used to be Gao Bin's personal servant, but he died on the battlefield in France. It seems that he has to find someone to replace William.

...

While Robert went to visit Matthew, Gao Bin went to the kitchen where the servants were dining.

As soon as he arrived, everyone stood up to greet him.

"I'm sorry, I didn't know you were having dinner."

"It's okay, Master, what are your orders?"

"I have some sad news for you all. William will stay in France forever."

Mrs. Hughes covered her mouth with her hands:

"Oh my god, how could this happen?"

"This is really bad news, poor William, what should his father do?"

"A cruel war, William is a hero."

The servants were talking to each other, and Gao Bin said:

"Carson, I need a new valet, can you help me arrange one?"

"Of course my young master, I will post a recruitment notice."

"Well, if you have any familiar friends, you can also ask to see whose valet wants to come over and get favorable treatment."

"Yes, Master."

"Okay, you continue to have lunch, excuse me for disturbing you."

Gao Bin bowed out politely. As a gentleman, you have to worry about these things.

The dinner in the evening was of a very high standard, and Mrs. Patmore cooked a specialty dish, which is also a reserved menu of Downton Abbey.

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At the dinner, Robert said with emotion:

"After so many years abroad, what I miss most is the food at home."

Cora smiled and said:

"Then you have to eat more. When you go to London, you won't be able to eat anymore."

"What? You are going to London?" Mary asked in surprise.

"Yes, I may live in London permanently in the future and only come back once every few months." Robert announced the news to everyone.

"Then we all have to move there?" Sybil asked.

"No, my child, you are still living in Downton, but if you are willing to accompany us, you can also go to London." Cora said.

"I'd better stay in Downton. I prefer country life to London." Sybil said decisively.

"You can't let go of Tom Branson, can you?" Edith said suddenly.

"No, I didn't!" Sybil denied decisively.

Gao Bin spoke:
To be continued...