When necessary, he will use any necessary means without hesitation, and those who regard ethical and moral taboos will be particularly powerful in despicable and dirty power struggles. Richelieu himself is a vivid example, and the same is true for Li Lin, and -
"His ambitions are not small. Do you know the price he proposed?"
The cardinal, the prime minister of the kingdom, showed his expression for the first time since the beginning of the meeting - a smile of anger and chilling.
"The [right to transport and trade goods to Lapland], which has so far been controlled by six large trading companies, the preferential tax policy for the exchange of goods within Lapland and Charlemagne within twenty years, and the right to build and operate roads in the two countries."
"Wait? You promised him?"[
The expression on the Foreign Minister's face is extremely wonderful. Politicians who agree to such harsh conditions do not end well in the end. They are often hanged on the gallows amidst the roars of "National Thief" and "Death".
The answer from the prime minister of the kingdom made the almost chaotic face return to a little bit of normalcy.
"Why didn't you agree? If ve company and its president are still in this world after the epidemic crisis has passed, I may think of this matter."
It is a virtue to abide by the agreement, but people often prefer to default on their debts, especially when the borrower suddenly dies.
Without the support of strong political, military, and economic power, if you want a powerful country to fulfill its agreement with a powerful businessman, there is still no verbal agreement that can only be expressed in words - this is undoubtedly more difficult than the national football team of a large country in East Asia reaching the World Cup finals.
It’s still difficult to win the championship...
Putting aside personal preferences, in terms of national interests, it is better for a group of cartels to control Lapland's trade privileges than for a Concern to monopolize it - the threat of a group of wild dogs and a giant beast is incomparable.
"What are you going to do?"
Heaving a long sigh of relief, Mette realized that after explaining the cause of the matter clearly, it was time to bring up the real issues of the Prime Minister's trip.
"Remember the previous plan? Now it's time to activate it."
Richelieu spoke calmly, as if talking about a trivial matter.
"Are you sure now is the right time?"
After pondering the calculation for a moment, Mette asked Richelieu for confirmation with a sullen face. The Minister of Foreign Affairs participated in formulating the plan, but it seems too risky to launch it now. The slightest leakage of the news will cause a nationwide storm, and their
Political life is likely to be ruined by this reckless action.
"The president of Ve Company said this to me [Danger is always accompanied by opportunity]"
The concerns of the Foreign Minister were understandable, but they could not move the determined Prime Minister Richelieu. A voice full of determination said:
"Get in touch with Albion and Castile, and - send an emissary to the United Principality of Rus."
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"Sir, do you believe that Richelieu will honor his agreement?"
After looking at the scenery, he lowered the curtain and asked in a low voice.
There is actually no need to do this in a carriage carriage with complete sound insulation measures, but the habit of keeping secrets developed over the past few years still works reflexively.[
"Trust him? How is it possible? That bishop is not the type to obey the contract honestly."
With his breath carrying the aroma of noble rotted wine, Li Lin tightened the lid of the silver flask.
"You must know that all precious human virtues are never spontaneous actions, and keeping one's word is no exception."
The conclusions reached by comparing a large number of cases in the database are surprisingly consistent with Richelieu's ideas: when there is no effective means to solve the debt problem, when opponents and potential enemies may use the debt to annex and control themselves, human beings will always
Do not hesitate to choose to default on your debt, and even deliberately use malicious default to harm your opponent.
No matter whether it is an ordinary person, a noble or a king, they will choose to do this. As for the cold-faced prime minister... you cannot expect his credit limit to be higher than that of a banker or lawyer.
"If there is such a necessity, I can come to collect the debt in person. If he would rather destroy his credit than default on the debt, then I will blow Luders away. If he is still unwilling to repay my losses, then I will
Just burn Vichy, then city after city, until every city in the country has been razed to the ground and the Royal Government is completely bankrupt.”
Just like during the Civil War, the great General William Sherman set fire to Atlanta, destroyed everything along the way to Savannah, turned Mississippi into the poorest wasteland, and killed dozens of people along the way.
Citizen of the United States. Or like his equally great colleague, General Benjamin Butler.
.Order to treat all women in New Orleans as prostitutes. Finally, you can also consider imitating the dwarf emperor of Corsica, "expropriating" art collections from the occupying countries, packing away all valuables in large and small bags, and leaving them behind.
The next group of people are full of resentment. Charlemagne’s citizens have only two eye sockets and one mouth to cry...
"These can only be imagined. If I really want to do that, I will have to become an enemy of the entire world, and the war will never stop until all intelligent species other than elves are wiped out. But this will not stop us from revolutionizing the world.
How does it help the goal? It’s so stupid. Using strategy and a combination of interests to force the bishop to fulfill his contract, although this approach consumes time and money, it is better than turning the world into a desert.”
Li Lin kept his unchanging smile, and Tier, who knew that there were some things that he shouldn't ask about, nodded.
"At this stage, we still focus on the work at hand. Starting tomorrow, we will conduct an inspection of Charlemagne's official granary. How are the auditors prepared?"
"Please rest assured, Your Excellency. They have repeatedly trained and rehearsed several times. They have carefully inspected and assessed the classification and registration of various materials, the shorthand warehouse structure, materials, and the topographic map of the storage area... all items have been carefully inspected.
The auditors are full of confidence in completing this mission."
"Very good, tell them not to be afraid of hard work. These seven days of hard work will have a major impact on future national policy decisions. Their hard work will make the greatest contribution to the country and the army in possible future wars."
"Yes! Your Excellency, I will continue to urge them."
"Sorry to trouble you."
As Li Lin said this, the smile on his face seemed to deepen slightly.
In order to strengthen the army [cannon] in future wars and enrich the [butter] on the citizens' plates, the auditors must redouble their efforts and carefully investigate Charlemagne's entire family fortune.
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