After reading this survey report, Eder has a better understanding of Romania's economic and demographic changes. I forgot to mention that the government revenue report had already been sent by the outgoing Prime Minister Sturre. In 1910, the fiscal revenue was 531 million lei, an increase of 8% from 492 million lei in the previous year, which was still good on the whole.

"I'm very satisfied with Calust's report." Edel spoke to the chief of the guard. Romania has never done such detailed statistics before, and this time it is a statistical report made by the crown prince at his own expense. You can't keep letting the royal family do this kind of thing, Edel thought to himself. He planned to leave the statistics to the government, which would also help them better understand the situation in the country, and the cost would not be much about a million lei anyway. However, it will have to wait until after the election of the new government in February, and the new prime minister will have to be approved by the royal family anyway.

Eder now needs to prepare for a trip to Austria-Hungary, as he will be on the train to Vienna in a week. HE THOUGHT ABOUT THE PURCHASE OF ITEMS AGAIN, AND THIS TIME HE WENT TO AUTRO-HUNGARIAN MAINLY TO PURCHASE FOUR 305MM SHORE GUNS OF ŠKODA COMPANY, AND BY THE WAY, TO BUY SOME OTHER ITEMS. Constanta is now too important for Romania to rely on that navy to ensure safety. In addition, the existing forts are getting aging, many of them were built around 1890, and they are completely unable to defend against modern dreadnought attacks, so they can only buy better shore guns to protect them. In the previous life, Skoda's shore guns were considered famous, although the classic 350MM shore guns had not yet been born, it was still possible to take 305 to make up the number first.

Eder boarded a special train to Vienna on 24 January 1911, after making preparations for Austria-Hungary. A state visit to Austria-Hungary in name is actually a blind date activity.

The train arrived in Vienna on the morning of the third day, and the chief of the guard came over and spoke to the dressed crown prince. "Your Highness has come to greet you with Archduke Otto Franz of the House of Habsburg."

When Edel heard that it was his future father-in-law who greeted him, he hurriedly prepared to get out of the car.

Archduke Otto Franz, who was on the platform, was arranged to welcome his future son-in-law this time, and it also felt a little strange, mainly because of the deliberations of the Habsburg royal family. Because this time the Romanian crown prince mainly came to go on a blind date, it was not appropriate for his brother Crown Prince Ferdinand to greet him, and the others were a little lower, and only the relationship between Archduke Otto Franz and his father-in-law seemed appropriate.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, Your Excellency Archduke Otto Franz." As soon as Eder got off the train, he greeted Archduke Otto Franz, who was standing at the head of the greeting procession. is worthy of being a playboy of the Austro-Hungarian royal family, and the talented Grand Duke Otto Franz. In the Habsburgs they were notorious for their proflicity and misconduct. His wife and children rarely saw him, and he did not want to hold any position in the empire, so he would only sleep in the willows. Even though he married Princess Josephor of Saxony in 1886, his uncle, the Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Joseph, was dissatisfied, and he renounced his succession to the throne. Now he can welcome himself, probably because he is his future father-in-law.

Archduke Otto Franz replied with relief when he saw that his future son-in-law was so enthusiastic. "Your Highness Eder, it's a pleasure for you to come to Vienna." After saying that, he hugged Eder.

After the two exchanged pleasantries, Archduke Otto Franz sent Eder to his lodgings, and at the door he took Eder and told him. "We have a welcome dinner for you in the evening, so be sure to attend it."

"I will attend on time, Your Excellency." Edel said to the old man in front of him with a smile on his face.

After seeing off His Excellency the Grand Duke, Edel moved into the room with the chief of the guard and his party.

"Caust, I need to prepare for the welcome dinner." The crown prince spoke to Calust, who was directing the guards to salute.

"Yes, Your Highness." The chief of the guard replied when he heard the Crown Prince's command, and he pointed to one of the guards. "Vic, you go and get the third white suitcase from the clothes car."

"Okay, go right away." This guard named Vic answered with a cast. Immediately put down the work in hand and went to take out the dress that the crown prince needed.

European aristocratic etiquette was cumbersome, especially for the royal family. Eder prepared more than 20 sets of dresses for this trip, including dinners, luncheons, afternoon teas, trips, hunting, and so on. These dresses are made by well-known designers and cost thousands of pounds each. There were aristocrats who went bankrupt in order to buy clothes, and it is completely clear that the luxurious life of the aristocracy can be seen.

Edel rested until four o'clock in the afternoon, got up to eat, and prepared to put on his black evening dress.

"Carouste, aren't you okay?" Edel asked, standing in front of the mirror, looking at the attendant who had been busy with him for almost half an hour.

"Alright, Your Highness."

The attendant, who was more proficient in clothing, replied.

Edel looked at himself in the mirror, who was obviously dressed in retro, and for the first time became intimidated by dressing. In the mirror, he felt like he had returned to the Eighteen Worlds, which made Eder, who was influenced by the minimalist style of later generations, feel weird.

In the evening, Eder travelled in a horse-drawn carriage on the road to the Hofburg Imperial Palace. It's time to get off work, and the streets are full of traffic. Eder looked out the window and saw cars speeding down the road, most of them Model Ts, but there were other models dotted around. Workers on both sides of the road also rode bicycles on the way home, most of which were classic 28 bars, which also showed the recognition of this bicycle by people from all over the world.

Looks like Bilski is doing a good job at the bike factory, thought to himself Eder, who was sitting in the carriage. Edel hadn't cared about Bileski's work for a long time. It was only in the income report that I saw the figure of this stubborn Pole.

"Your Highness, we have arrived at the Hofburg Imperial Palace." The chief of the guard said to the brooding crown prince.

"Then let's go down."

The chief of the guard opened the door first and led the crown prince out of the carriage. Standing at the gates of the Hofburg Imperial Palace, Eder looked at the sprawling Imperial Palace, which dates back to 1279, and almost every generation of emperors has remodeled or expanded their palaces. As a result, the Hofburg Imperial Palace is a witness to the various architectural styles in Europe. Whether it's Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, or the late Upper Classical, the Hofburg Imperial Palace brings it all together.

It is a record of the enlightened reign of Empress Maria Theresia, the great achievements of Joseph II in carrying out radical reforms in his mother's inheritance, and of course the humiliation of Emperor Franz I's marriage to his daughter in order to settle the dispute with Napoleon. Of course, the era of Emperor Franz Joseph I was indispensable, and the multi-ethnic state flourished and declined.

As Eder sighed at the palace, Archduke Otto Franz saw him and asked. "Eder, isn't it shocking to this palace?"

"Yes, Your Excellency, I am lamenting the size and history of this palace." Edel replied to his future father-in-law.

"Alright, let's go inside. You're the main character today. ”

Archduke Otto Franz led Eder through the gate and through Heroes' Square to the ceremonial hall where the party was held. While at Heroes' Square, Archduke Otto Franz briefly explained to Eder about Prince Eugen, who was invincible in the Battle of the Turks, and Archduke Karl, who successfully resisted Napoleon. It can be seen that Austria-Hungary still attached great importance to Eder, and held a welcome dinner for him in this 1,000-square-meter ceremonial hall, which is usually the place where the emperor ascended the throne and held balls.

When Archduke Otto Franz walked into the ceremonial hall with Eder, the guests who had already arrived knew that tonight's protagonist had arrived.

"Eder is going to have fun today, it's just for you." The playboy and future father-in-law teased Eder.

"Your Majesty has arrived." Just as Edel was about to answer, the officer on duty made everyone stand up. Then a gray-haired old man walked in, and Edel and the others hurriedly saluted. "I've seen Your Majesty."

After everyone had finished saluting, the 80-year-old man walked up to Eder and said. "I'm mainly here to see my niece and son-in-law this time, and sure enough, he is a talented person and a good ruler of the country, I am relieved to hand over Mary to you."

Edel responded politely. "Your Majesty, you're too famous."

"No," Franz Joseph I continued, waving his hand to stop Eder's speech. "I have carefully looked at your performance in Romania in recent years, whether it is in domestic affairs or in the army, you have made the best achievements of your European peers, and Romania will grow and develop under your leadership in time."

Eder did not expect Franz Joseph I to say this about him, believing that the words of the old emperor would not be long before they spread in Europe. Right now, Eder wasn't ready to stand in front of the stage for everyone to study.

Eder immediately denied it, "My Majesty's compliment makes me trekter, and Romania has achieved what it is today thanks to the hard work of my father and all the Romanian people." ”

Seeing Eder's denial, Franz Joseph I did not continue to speak, and led Eder to the steps of the hall and spoke to the guests who had come to the dinner. "This time let us welcome Crown Prince Eder of Romania to Vienna. Let him feel the warmth and hospitality of Vienna. ”

The guests who heard Franz Joseph I's words raised their glasses and shouted together. "Welcome, Crown Prince Eder."

Edel also raised his glass and drank it with the group. Franz Joseph I, who was eighty years old, returned to his room after his welcome dinner greeting, citing exhaustion.

After Franz Joseph I left, Archduke Otto Franz appeared again and spoke to Eder. "I'll introduce you to someone."

After introducing several people to Eder, Archduke Otto Franz led him to a young girl. Edel could see at a glance that this was his main purpose this time, Princess Mary. However, he still pretended not to know him, and waited for the introduction of Archduke Otto Franz.

"Eder, this is my daughter, Sophie Marie."

After hearing the introduction of Archduke Otto Franz, Eder smiled and said to the princess. "It's a pleasure to meet you, Princess Sophie Marie."

Sophie Marie looked at the Romanian crown prince led by her father. Said with a smile. "I'm glad to meet you, too, Your Highness Eder."

"My biggest surprise today was seeing Princess Sophie Marie." Edel complimented the beauty in front of him.

"Your Highness is gracious." Sophie Marie replied a little shyly.

Archduke Otto Franz said to the two after watching them gradually chat. "I still have some business, let's talk."

The two watched as Archduke Otto Franz left, and then went into the women's pile. Sophie Marie said with a sigh as she saw that her father was still a playboy. "Makes you laugh."

Edel persuaded. "It's nothing, everyone has their own way of life, as long as they like it."

"Thank you for your understanding." Sophie Marie said to Edel beside her.

"Mary, can I call you that?" Edel asked the princess beside him.

"Yes."

"I'll come over this time ......"

Archduke Otto Franz watched the two chatting happily in the women's pile, and from time to time his daughter was amused by Crown Prince Eder. Knowing that his daughter had found a good home this time, Archduke Otto Franz had also known Eder before, and knew that he had only two maids to sleep, and there were no other women outside. Although he is a playboy, as a father, he still wants his daughter to be happy.

There was no one at the dinner who was not open-minded to bother the couple, and every guest knew who the protagonist of the dinner was.

Towards the end of the dinner, the two were already like a couple who had known each other for a long time. Seeing that the time was almost up, Sophie Marie said. "Eder, I'm glad to be with you."

"Me too, my only regret is that I've known you for too short." Edel spoke love words.

"It's not early today, you should go back and rest early. How about we see you tomorrow? Sophie Marie said.

Seeing that it was almost ten o'clock in the evening, Edel knew that the dinner party was almost over, and that he needed to go back to rest, and agreed. "Well, we'll see you tomorrow, beautiful princess."

"Goodbye my prince."

After the two said goodbye, Sophie Marie returned to her room, and the maid Anna asked curiously. "Princess, how is this Highness Edel?"

Sophie Marie blushed a little as she thought back to chatting with Crown Prince Eder. "He was handsome, gentle, and funny."

The maid Anna looked at her master's sweet smile and knew that she was in love.

After parting ways with Sophie-Marie, Eder greeted Archduke Otto Franz and walked out of the Hofburg Palace. The chief of the guard, who was waiting at the gate, stepped forward and asked his crown prince. "How is this dinner for Your Highness?"

Edel recalls his experience with Sophie Marie and replies. "Very well, that's a good start."

After speaking, he sat in the carriage and continued to speak to the head of the guard. "Call me at the accommodation, I'm tired today."

"Yes, Your Highness."