Chapter 14： Invitation from Berlin (1/2)
Although I know that the Bavarian royal family can't make any moths. But neither the king nor the prime minister thinks it is necessary to communicate with his chief brother. The future German emperor should also get to know the future King of Bavaria first.
”It is foreseeable that there may be some changes in the balance of power among the states within Germany, and this change will even affect some of our national policies.” Bismarck whispered.
”Affect my national policy? Bavaria does not have this ability, and their king does not have this idea.” Frederick III said.
”It will definitely have an impact. Prussia's dominance is not simply due to military and demographic advantages, but economic overwhelming advantages have also played a considerable role! The emergence of hardened armor will bring great wealth to Bavaria, not only Germany Warships need new types of armor. Britain, Russia, Italy, Austria-Hungary, and even France will buy armor from Bavaria! This number is too large, and the same is true for rapid-fire guns. There are hundreds of thousands of empires and foreign ones. Customers can provide this country with an unimaginable accumulation of funds.” Bismarck's eyes revealed a trace of anxiety.
”They are willing to share the design patent of the rapid-fire gun, and I heard that their current design still has some problems.” Frederick III said. ”There are only these we can achieve, and we cannot share their interests by buying shares.” Obviously, the profit of hardened armor is the largest, but the Bavarian royal family has expressed its reluctance to share this part of the profit. It's interesting that they can make a small head now.
”What about the concessions we made?” Bismarck asked.
”They want to cooperate more extensively with us! Bavaria is, after all, a country with a weak industrial foundation. Their industrial system is not perfect. To make more money, they still need to integrate into the Prussian industrial system. Of course, we Nor can they refuse him, otherwise, they can join forces with Austria-Hungary.” The old emperor said.
”Very well, their choice like this is actually more conducive to our control of Bavaria. A prosperous Bavaria is also good news for the empire. They can take on more obligations.” Bismarck nodded and expressed his agreement with the old emperor. Prussia is much stronger than Bavaria. This economic connection will bring both parties together. And can exert greater influence through economy. Just like Germany did to the Austro-Hungarian Empire! Prussia can't ask for it.
”William can invite Prince Ruprecht in his own name. The young people will have more common hobbies, and they all seem to be very interested in the navy.” The old emperor said with satisfaction.
”And this is what I worry about!” Bismarck said in his heart. His Royal Highness's unusual enthusiasm for the navy made him a little uneasy! If the Bavarian prince babbled in the newspaper to make money, then what the Crown Prince did is purely a hobby!
At the same time, Ludwig III, who was far away in Munich, was also communicating with his son, and the content of the conversation was related to these matters. Ludwig III said that the royal family has agreed to share the rapid-fire artillery technology with Krupp, and that each Krupp rapid-fire gun will pay a certain patent fee to the royal family. The replacement of artillery in Bavaria will be completed by the royal family itself. The export sales will be resolved by the two parties through negotiation.
”The result is not bad.” Ruprech nodded characteristically, no dissatisfaction on his face.
”I thought you would be upset and even furious.” Ludwig III said with a smile. ”Let's talk about it, is your current thinking a kind of unwillingness to change or do you recognize something?”