Father Mavie

Baron Frederick stepped onto the podium, took out the speech prepared in advance, and said loudly: "Nowadays, the world situation is changing every day. The Witch God summoned Saladin, and the Abundance God summoned Caesar, not to mention That Corsican devil."

"These former 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. If it does not make progress, it means regressing. If we want to maintain our leading position, we must make more decisive challenges!"

Everyone nodded slightly, feeling a little bit about the 'crisis' that Baron Frederick said.

Speaking of Caesar and Saladin, two figures from hundreds of years ago, people may not have much sense of reality, but when it comes to the devil in Corsica
Suddenly recalled the unbearable past.

Back then, they underestimated Napoleon and gave Napoleon a chance to develop. If they hadn't formed an allied army in time and ambushed Napoleon on his way back home, the outcome would not be certain.

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 paid money, but it has not received what it deserves. This should not be done."

"How many are enriching themselves? How many are sucking the kingdom's blood like leeches? They must be found! Severe punishment!"

The echoes from the audience were a little louder, but the eldest prince still frowned, not understanding what Baron Frederick was up to.

Others might be fooled by Baron Frederick's righteous speech, but he wasn't.

The eldest prince knew in his heart that Baron Frederick was by no means a nobleman who suddenly became benevolent.

"Article [-] of the bill, more public schools should be established according to the situation to ensure that the vast majority of children can go to school."

"Article [-], girls have the same right to attend school as boys."

As soon as the third item of the bill was uttered, the echoing voices in the chamber suddenly decreased a lot. No one from the ruling party spoke, and only the seats of the opposition party expressed their 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 rhetoric: "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 the 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 out in astonishing approval. Freya looked at the back of Baron Frederick and glanced sideways at the old god who was unmoved by Ma Wei. , finally holding up the handkerchief.

Members of the Democratic Party also joined the suitable team, but unfortunately, the seat of the ruling party was very quiet. Everyone was watching the reactions 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 to knock on the abutment, and said loudly: "The proposal will not be passed if the supporters do not exceed half!"

The rejection was a possibility that Ma Wei and others had thought of before they came.

The reason is very simple. Even with the support of the Democratic Party, the Liberal Party will not have more than half of the votes in their hands, and the ruling party cannot give support until they figure out their way. 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 congressmen, who have dozens of votes in their hands. If they can get their support, the proposal can be passed by force and enter the resolution stage of the upper house.

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 can be implemented only by the signature of the king and the cabinet.

Easier said than done, today is the first time the "Education Reform Bill" is proposed, why should Northern MPs support them?What's in it for them?
Didn't say it should.

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. It is already very good to get Freya's support today." Not bad.”

Ma Wei didn't say anything. He knew the current situation. In the eyes of the second prince, Gawain's northern council 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 assistant. Help.

As long as the eldest prince does not let go, the bill cannot 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, why do you say that? Charles is our obstacle, how could he support us? Besides, with his support, we must make concessions and share the cake with the Conservative Party !"

"In your eyes, is it more important to make money, or to get the support of the people?"

"Of course it's money"

The voice stopped abruptly, the second prince thought about it carefully, and suddenly understood what Ma Wei meant.

Money can be earned at any time, missing the limelight of real estate, and other things that make money.

But there is only one throne.

What's more, if he became the king, why would he need so much money?
Just like the Archbishop of Ubli at the time, before he became Pope, he was full of power struggles. Being elected Pope is like a different person, thinking about the interests of the church all day long.

If you are not in your position, you will not seek to do anything.

The place where you stand is different, and the way you think about the problem is also different.

Money is a tool used by the second prince to gain the support of Liberal MPs, 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 missed the point.

Under Ma Wei's reminder, the second prince reacted and began to seriously consider Ma Wei's proposal.

On real estate matters, it doesn't matter if you cooperate with the prince. The key is who proposed the bill.

"exactly."

After a long time of thinking, the second prince finally defeated his desire for money, and said in a deep voice, "I almost went astray, Nicholas, thank you."

"Your Highness, it's good if you understand."

"Baron Frederick, I have decided to negotiate with Charles."

"Well, if you think so, Your Highness, I have no objection."

The wife of the second prince is Elizabeth, the daughter of Baron Frederick.

The second prince becomes the king, and his daughter becomes the queen.

From the heart, Baron Frederick hoped to see the second prince work hard.

In contrast, making money is less important than power.

As long as the second prince becomes king, how much money can't he make?
After deciding to negotiate with Charles, the second prince set off immediately and called Marvie and Baron Frederick to Clarence Palace. Hearing his younger brother's arrival, the eldest prince, who was discussing countermeasures with Earl Austin, Arthur and Russell Benjamin, appeared A look of extreme astonishment.

The eldest prince knows best about his relationship with the second prince.

Although the two of them have not reached the point where they will never get in touch with each other, they will definitely not visit like this.

Now comes suddenly,

It’s definitely a bad person!

"Your Highness, you don't need to see them." Earl Austin said, "This is your private territory. Even the king can't break 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 to 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 will 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 kissed each other cordially, and they were a little wary of each other, but there was still a smile on their faces, a fake smile of hello, me, hello, and no atmosphere of tension 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 as smart as ever." Shukri said with a smile: "I have been unable to hide secrets since I was a child in front of you. Yes, you are right. I am here for the "Education Reform Act."

"Ugh."

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 unspeakable secret?"

"Personally, I really want to support you, but some people don't want to. As for who it is, I think Shukri should know in your heart."

"I see."

"You just understand."

The eldest prince nodded happily: "I guess the Education Reform Bill was Nicholas's idea, right? He has a lot of ideas."

"It's really not Nicholas." The second prince smiled: "The "Education Reform Act" this time has nothing to do with Nicholas. I want to propose it."

"you?"

The eldest prince showed a surprised expression: "Why did you propose the bill?"

"Well"

The second prince lowered his head in embarrassment and did not answer the eldest prince's question.

The eldest prince understood immediately and said: "For the Kingdom of Windsor, for Shukri, as long as the reason is right, I am willing to take the risk of being reprimanded to support you!"

"Really?!" The second prince raised his head, eyes full of surprise.

"Of course it's true. You are my own brother. I will support whatever you want, even if it means killing me."

"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, you go on."

"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: "Education reform is of course a good thing. The current public schools are indeed a mess. Arthur has mentioned this to me more than once, but the benefits are of course finding more talents and strengthening the Windsor Kingdom. research power."

"These are superficial phenomena, and the real benefits are not here."

With a slight smile, the second prince said slowly: "Once the 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 go to college? How about becoming the pillar of the kingdom?"

"Of course it will," 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. It is very difficult to produce inventions. If you want to make money, more than 9% of the business methods are plunder, and plunder It’s just using poor information.”

The second prince said: "When your thoughts are in line with others, the opportunity to make money has already slipped away. The most indispensable thing in this world is hardworking people. If you compete with them, you will not earn any benefits."

"The most profitable business is like a treasure, which is out of reach of ordinary people. By the time they get to it, the cake will have already been distributed."

“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 doesn't like Shukri, can't help nodding, agreeing with his brother's statement very much.

Between producers and predators, the most profitable must be the latter.

Production requires logic, plunder does not.

The key is how you use to plunder.

"A qualified businessman will actively create information gaps 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 structure of the education industry will also undergo drastic changes, and for children from low-income families, learning is the easiest way for them to make progress. If you enter a prestigious university, you will be able to get in touch with children from the upper class, and if you are lucky, you may even get help from your network."

"Charles, if you think of this, others can naturally think of it, so how can we use this to make money?"

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. House. Do 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!"

"Are you willing to support me now?"