After His Majesty the Emperor's personal speech, the Legislative Council was in a very enthusiastic mood, and the Imperial Government's bill to increase the appropriation for the war was passed by a very large number of votes, and in this way the Imperial Government proclaimed the stability of the Empire's domestic politics, and in the midst of successive victories, the fledgling Empire finally looked like it could become a more permanent regime. Pen, fun, and www.biquge.info

The strength of the imperial government has affected not only the country, but its strength and prestige have made it one of the most important and dominant forces in Europe, perhaps it is disgusting, but it must not be ignored, and all the countries of Europe will look at the Bourbon Palace at this time, speculating with bated breath where this unfathomable Emperor His Majesty will drag this power to.

After the bill was passed, the emperor, who was satisfied with his current authority and power, left the council hall with his retinue, and the pomp and circumstance of hugging each other was enough to make everyone who saw it envious.

Even Ambassador von Bismarck, who thinks highly of himself, not only secretly admires His Majesty the Emperor, after all, his actions have made him a legend in history, even if he is often evaluated negatively, the legend is still a legend.

And these loyal pawns of his also have their own legends, and it is precisely because of the assistance of this group of people that such a powerful and rich country actually fell into their hands in a short period of time, and it was firmly controlled.

The arrogant princes and lords in the capitals hated their shamelessness, were shocked by their wickedness, and disgusted that this group of people dared to come to him by cunning, while Bismarck did not have so many scruples, he really admired this group of people.

After all, he was just a country landowner in Pomerania, not to mention a prominent family background, and never so reserved and scruples, in essence he was just like this group of people, he was also an extreme pragmatist, and would never think that there were any guidelines to shackle him to go his own way.

At this time, he was still with the Imperial Chancellor Charles de Treville, intending to go to his house for a feast.

"You must have visited all the sights of Paris lately, haven't you?" In the midst of the traffic, Charles asked the ambassador with a smile. At this time, the two of them sat side by side in the carriage, like close friends. "It's a pity that it's a time of war, and we can't have too much entertainment, so we have to take you to my own house."

"I am honoured to be invited, Madame Charlotte is a gracious hostess, and I am very eager to be entertained by her, and I have heard that if she is to be entertained, it will be tantamount to opening the door to Parisian social circles, which is great news for a Prussian like me, who has rushed in a hurry...... Bismarck hastened to reply.

"Really? What is the outside saying about us? Charles was a little surprised.

But he was relieved to think about it, he was the right-hand man under His Majesty, and Charlotte was a celebrity in front of the queen, so it would be strange if he had no influence in high society, but he usually didn't care about this kind of thing at all, and Charlotte wouldn't show off in front of him, so he would be surprised when he heard a foreign ambassador mention it.

"But...... I've heard that your ministry has a secret club outside? I heard that there are many places to have fun......" At this time, Bismarck suddenly smiled and asked, "When you have time, I would like to ask you to take me there for recreation, do you think it is okay?" ”

Charles' smile stiffened slightly.

At the beginning of his tenure, he used the departmental budget to secretly set up a club, which was specially used to entertain the officials of his ministry, as well as the entrepreneurs and businessmen related to the railway business, and after two years of operation, it had become the most luxurious place of enjoyment in Paris, almost becoming an urban legend in Paris, and people were talking about it secretly, so it was not surprising that Ambassador Bismarck knew about it.

But it would be a bit inappropriate for him to make such a request, not like an ambassador would say it, even if it was a friend.

Charles believed that Bismarck was definitely not a stupid man, so he naturally said this with ulterior motives, although it was not known what he meant.

"If you want to go, I'll take you there when I'm free." Charles replied in a polite but reserved tone, "But...... There has been a bit of buzz over there, and it's really not suitable for our conversation. ”

"It's good to be noisy, isn't it?" Even though he heard Charles's reservations, Bismarck did not give up, "I think that any one of you is worth more than a hundred people at the glitzy banquets of Paris." ”

"Oh?" Charles seemed to understand something.

"Yes, Paris is a lively place and the people are very hospitable, and I have met many people, some of whom are members of prestigious families, and it is a pleasure to meet them." Bismarck waved his hand, "I have to say, however, that what I want to know more is the man who runs this great country, that is, the real elite of this country, who have always lived in seclusion, and I don't know many in the social arena, I'm afraid I will only know a few in you." For example, the big financiers, the big business owners, they are the real driving force of this era, I need to know them, and only then can I really promote the friendly relations between Prussia and France. I am convinced that only people like you can unite this group of people. ”

Charles finally understood what he meant, the ambassador was indeed ambitious, he was not satisfied with his fame in the French diplomatic circles, he wanted to meet some really powerful people, and he was the medium he wanted to rely on.

"I'm afraid you're praising me too much, I'm just a servant of the Empire." Charles still bypassed the topic.

"Please don't be modest, Your Excellency, you are a truly sober-minded person, perhaps even more sober than anyone else." Bismarck, however, stubbornly continued his words, "Your Majesty loves to please the nobles, and you are really quietly building a clique of industrialists and financiers, and I have to say that you have done a good job, at least now that you have brought France into a new era, I think that if I am to do my duty, I must get in touch with this group, otherwise I will be a derelict ambassador!" ”

"Okay, I'm really ashamed if you continue to talk like this......" Seeing that his words were becoming more and more dangerous, Charles hurriedly waved his hand to stop his words, "Okay, okay, I promise you, I'll take you over in a few days, but today, let's make Charlotte happy, she is also very impressed with you, and she really wants to see you again." ”

"I hope I don't make Madame bored." Bismarck finally burst out laughing.

But to be honest, he was still a little disappointed in his heart, because the minister took him home, and the person he saw was still his wife.

These French dignitaries were all dissolute, and he had long heard that if they really felt like they were in touch with someone, they would take them to their mistresses, because there would be no restraint on that occasion, and they could talk about all issues. The current situation can only show that the minister seems to be friendly to him, but he still has reservations in his heart.

Of course, I haven't had a deep relationship with this minister yet, and it's normal that there is still a distance psychologically.

After the carriage bypassed the bustling streets, it began to approach the outskirts of the city, the streets began to become loose, the carriage was much faster, and the strong wind that swept towards the carriage as it galloped also made the mood of the two men more comfortable.

"To tell you the truth, I envy Your Majesty and you very much, because you have freed yourself from the liberal philistines that are now poisoning the world, and have really thrown yourself into the work. You've tamed the hellish council so that the chattering demons inside don't harm the world, and you've really done something to make a country that was in crisis just a few years ago rise up enough to compete with the most powerful nation! Bismarck loosened his collar and then complimented Charles loudly, his words becoming a little fierce, "And we, Prussia...... It's ridiculous, everyone says we're a military country, and now we're tied up in front of parliament, being dictated by a bunch of bourgeol bastards! It's ridiculous! ”

"Parliaments are occasionally useful, but they have to be restricted." Charles nodded, agreeing with the other man's statement.

"So, this is also a difficult problem for our country...... We need money to build up our armaments, but Parliament has been slow to pass appropriations, leaving us without the resources to do so. Bismarck continued, "These bastards shout what peace, but forget that only bayonets can bring peace. ”

"Prussia wants to expand its armaments?" Charles heard the key, "Against whom?" ”

"It's not aimed at anyone, it's just for self-preservation." Bismarck shook his head, "Please understand us, we are a small country, surrounded by strong countries, and we are a plain, with nothing to use to hold back the enemy except our chests...... At a time when the situation in Europe is so chaotic, we must build up our armaments in order to strengthen our ability to defend ourselves. ”

After a pause, he added emphatically, "If I can do this, I will become a celebrity in front of His Majesty the King and His Royal Highness...... Maybe I can even become the Prime Minister of the Kingdom because of this. ”

"What if France did not support the expansion of Prussia's armaments, because it did not consider it necessary?" Charles asked abruptly.

This unexpected reply made Bismarck's face tense immediately.

"Then you could not be more wrong, Your Excellency. It's in France's best interest for us to arm ourselves, isn't it? Because we can be a barrier for France against Austria and Russia......"