The work of the Lanfang delegation was very effective. That night, hundreds of people agreed to visit Lanfang, and even more people chose to go to Corsica, a total of five to six hundred people.
It seems that there are indeed a lot of people, but compared to the more than 100,000 skilled workers in the Krupp factory, this number is too small.
Fortunately, this is not the final decision. More people are still waiting for news from these people before making the next decision.
Zhang Tianyun and Long Chengxuan are not in a hurry, as long as they have a good start.
The next day, at the Krupp factory, Brand accompanied Long Chengxuan to inspect the equipment on the spot.
Last night, Brand entertained the two Xuanyuan brothers at home. Although almost all the food was brought by the two Xuanyuan brothers, Brand and Alice still showed their utmost sincerity.
After a serious discussion, both Brand and Alice decided to go to Corsica first, and then decide whether to go to Lanfang.
Although not one step has been completed, Zhang Tianyun is already very satisfied with the progress. Brand was responsible for designing artillery at Krupp. In the second battle of Reims, the German army equipped a train gun that could directly hit Paris from Soissons.
, which was designed by the team led by Brand.
Just last night, after Brand decided to go to Corsica, he immediately contacted his team members by phone.
Brand's prestige is still good. Last night, he contacted a total of 12 group members, and these 12 people decided to go to Corsica with Brand.
Qin Zhiyuan was overjoyed by this unexpected surprise and immediately started building an artillery research institute and a light weapons research institute in Thunder City to house these senior engineers.
Just these dozen people can support a factory.
Of course, Zhang Tianyun and the others still have a lot of work to do. Similar to the design teams led by Brand, there are seven in Krupp. Krupp's heritage is evident.
With Brand, who was well aware of the situation, acting as an internal agent, the inspection progress was much faster than expected.
Shop No. 4 went to the workshop that was put into operation six months ago. All the machines are the latest. There are about more than 100 units in total. They can produce various artillery pieces with a caliber of less than 230 mm. If the workshop is operated at full capacity, this workshop can equip it every month.
An artillery regiment. Brand looked at the almost brand-new machine in front of him and said reluctantly.
In 1918, the shortage of supplies in Germany became more and more serious. At this time, it was meaningless to pursue the caliber of artillery. It was more realistic to solve the existing problem first.
In fact, the requirements for artillery in modern warfare have begun to diverge. Accompanying the infantry are small and lightweight artillery similar to Miss 75. The 75mm caliber can almost meet most situations. And infantry support artillery is also mostly
With a caliber of no more than 155 mm, larger artillery has no practical significance due to mobility and cost performance.
There are several Long Chengxuans in such workshops who are so dazzled that they want to throw themselves on the machines and not get up. Of course he understands the significance of machines to the country.
Several Brands were very dissatisfied, shaking their heads and pouting: "In this factory area, there are 21 workshops of this size. This one is not the largest. The largest one is Workshop No. 18, which is almost four times the size of this one, but that is
Those who produce artillery shells do not produce artillery; and Krupp has a total of six similar factories.
Brand's face was full of pride. As a Krupp, he had reasons to be proud.
Are all machines so new? Long Chengyuan wants to know more details.
No, the machines in several workshops are older, but they are not too far behind, and there is no problem in general processing. Most of the other machines are in good condition. Krupp is the pride of Germany, and no one dares to let it fall behind.
Brand was proud at first, but now his expression is gloomy.
So what if it is the pride of Germany?
When a country is defeated and left to be slaughtered by others, everything will become the spoils of others. The newer the condition, the more heartbreaking it is.
You must know that the Krupp people once cherished these machines as much as they cherished their own eyes. Even though the two brothers Brand and Xuanyuan had a very good relationship, they could not help but feel resentment towards the two brothers Xuanyuan deep in their hearts.
Senior brother, don't be like this. Even if we don't take them away, you can't protect them. What's more, Qin and William Long Chengyuan can't bear it and want to reveal more inside information.
Tony Long Chengxuan severely stopped him.
Er, I'm sorry. Long Chengyuan apologizes.
Hey you guys are hiding something from me, this is unethical Brandt protested in disbelief.
Although Long Chengxuan stopped him, Brand still got a lot of information from Long Chengyuan's few words.
Of course Brand knows that Qin is Qin Zhiyuan. Now Qin Zhiyuan is a well-known figure in Europe and one of the few masters of tactics. Although the British never admit it, it can be seen from the French newspapers' disdain for Monash.
Brown also knew that Crown Prince William had been captured alive by Qin Zhiyuan, so since Qin Zhiyuan and Crown Prince William were connected in Long Chengyuan's words, there must be some unknown secret.
Upon hearing Brand's protest, Long Chengyuan spread his hands in embarrassment and made a helpless gesture. Long Chengxuan, on the other hand, looked embarrassed. He stared at Long Chengyuan as if he wanted to pounce on him and beat him up.
Tom, am I not trustworthy to you? Brand was angry. He had decided that if Long Chengxuan didn't give him a reasonable explanation, then he would not go to Corsica.
Even if I'm unemployed and at home, I won't go there
God, can you please stop asking? I can only tell you that it is definitely a good thing. Whether it is for Dezhi or Lanfang. Long Chengxuan couldn't help it and acquiesced that Qin Zhiyuan and Crown Prince William had a secret agreement, but as for the specific situation, he still only
Not a word was mentioned.
You cunning guy, I have decided not to like you from now on. Brand was very dissatisfied, pointed at Long Chengxuan with his finger and made a "I remember you" gesture, and then put his arm on Long Chengyuan's shoulder and spoke affectionately:
Okay, let's go over there and have a look, and let this guy stay here and marry these machines. Look at him, he really has never seen the world. Hey, don't follow us, stay away from us.
This last sentence was of course addressed to Long Chengxuan.
Long Chengxuan had no choice but to remind Long Chengyuan loudly not to say things he shouldn't say.
Long Chengyuan raised his arm and shook it to show that he heard, and then he and Brand disappeared without a trace.
Long Chengxuan had no choice but to stay in the workshop and start counting the machines.
In the evening, Long Chengyuan returned to his residence feeling very light. Judging from his expression, he looked as satisfied as if he had just undergone a major health care regimen.
Long Chengxuan didn't waste any time. He directly pulled Long Chengyuan to the table in the bedroom and pushed the paper and pen in front of Long Chengyuan.
Long Chengyuan scratched his head and head for a long time before he picked up his pen and wrote: What are you writing about?
Long Chengxuan simply: all
Long Cheng grinned, as if he had just remembered something.
Long Chengxuan was immediately furious: Return to Paris tomorrow and go find Qin to explain yourself.
Long Chengyuan responded quickly: I saw all the drawings of the four engines, as well as several recipes, regarding materials, including artillery barrels.
Long Chengxuan sneered: Then you sold Qin and William, can't you see it now, and you won't see it when the handover comes?
Long Chengyuan was stunned for a moment, and then he realized that he had been fooled by Brand.
This is a residence provided by the Germans. It is almost certain that there will be bugs in the room, and there will be more than one. Therefore, as long as Long Chengxuan and Long Chengyuan are in the house, they are accustomed to using paper and pen to communicate. It is impossible for the Germans to
Use a telescope to observe what they are writing.
After a while, Long Chengyuan continued to write: I didn't say too much, I just reassured Brand that he could cooperate with us, and told him that Krupp in Germany might be rebuilt in the future. These are all plans that can be told to Brand.
of.
Fortunately, fortunately, Long Chengyuan is not so stupid that he cannot breathe.
However, Long Chengxuan was not going to tolerate it, so he continued to write: I will write these in the report, and you just wait to accept the punishment.
Since several intentional or unintentional leaks, the confidentiality regulations have been elevated to the level of confidentiality laws. Although strictly speaking this is Lanfang's law and has no binding effect in Corsica, all Chinese, especially those engaged in confidentiality
All working Chinese people conscientiously abide by it.
Please, brother, don't do this. Long Chengyuan finally couldn't help but beg.
Because of the last communication incident, Long Chengyuan has become a negative example. Although Long Chengyuan was not severely punished in the end and was only fined, the fine was a small matter and the humiliation was a big deal.
Long Chengyuan really didn't want to lose this person again. Last time he hid in the laboratory for a whole month without daring to go out. If he becomes a negative example again this time, will he have to hide for a year?
Long Chengxuan sneered, and then he wrote: The second item
Long Chengxuan's meaning was very clear. It meant that Long Chengyuan violated the second provision because of his words, and Long Chengxuan would also write it in the report.
Long Chengyuan wailed and lay down on the bed. He might really have to hide for a year now.
While the two Long brothers were talking in writing, Brand also returned home.
Alice was waiting for Brand. When she saw Brand coming in, Alice thoughtfully went up to take Brand's coat and hung it on the hanger behind the door. She also took the slippers and said, "What time can we leave?"
Brand has decided to go to Corsica, and naturally he will take Alice with him, including their two children.
In these two days, when Tom and Tony finish the work here, we will leave here. Brand suppressed his excitement and did not tell Alice any more news.
At this moment, there was a knock on the door.
It was Alice who didn't open the door immediately, but was full of vigilance.
Brand conveniently picked up the shotgun beside the fireplace.
The security situation in Germany has not been good recently, and Brand's community has experienced several robberies.
I'm Sheriff Carr, Mr. Brand, and I'm here to ask you about something. The voice outside the door was polite.
Hearing a familiar voice, Alice opened the door, and Brand put down the shotgun.
bang
Amidst Alice's exclamation, the door was pushed open with great force.
Alice Brand shouted and grasped the handle of the Great Power's gun again.
But Brand had no chance to pick up the gun. There was a black muzzle on his forehead.
What do you want? Brand yelled angrily.
Brand, don't resist needlessly. If you are innocent, I can guarantee that you will be fine. Carl's hand holding the gun remained motionless, and there was deep sadness in his eyes.
What the hell is going on? Brand still doesn't understand what's going on.
Come on, come with us. It's not just Karl who's here. There are also several soldiers in military uniforms. One of these guys just kicked open the door. Karl wouldn't do that.
Karl is a community police officer. He understands Brand's status at the Krupp factory and would not be too rude, but these soldiers are obviously unscrupulous.
Okay, I'll go with you. Brand changed his shoes, put on his own clothes, gave Alice a firm look, and followed the group of people into the darkness without looking back.
