Pontianak's great development began more than 10 years ago when it became an Italian colony, and after the first governor and former prime minister Cairoli chose it as its capital, funds from Italy and the Chinese in Nanyang made Pontianak quickly become a well-known city in Nanyang.

At the same time, thanks to Italy's need to make it a model city in the colony, Pontianak also took great care in its planning. Roads, water and drainage systems, electricity and other facilities are also very careful. To put it bluntly, Pontianak can rank among the top three in terms of supporting facilities, even compared with mainland Italian cities.

No way, the colonial government has money, so it can do whatever it wants. And it is precisely with the supporting facilities that are outstanding in Southeast Asia that Pontianak has become a business card and a business card showing the style of Italy. Of course, in addition to this, Pontianak has also attracted people from all over Southeast Asia to settle here.

European and Chinese-style buildings dot the city, and Southeast Asian-style buildings dot the city, giving Pontianak a charming charm.

Today, Pontianak has a population of 480,000 and ranks among the top three in Southeast Asia. If economic factors are taken into account, Jakarta is even better in the hands of the Dutch than Singapore in the hands of the British.

Such a fascinating city that His Excellency the Governor of Ambique never gets tired of seeing.

"What a fascinating city."

His Excellency, who was standing on the balcony of the Governor's Palace and watching the sunset, drank the red wine in his glass in one gulp and handed it to the servant.

Ambik was very satisfied with being the Governor of Borneo. Compared to the desert colonies of East Africa, Borneo is a paradise. With an abundant output, docile people, and a fast-growing economy, it was a perfect colony.

To be able to serve here, Ambique thinks that it is for His Majesty and the Cabinet, for the sake of the sand he has eaten in East Africa for several years. Reward given.

"Your Excellency the Doge."

Just as Ambique was intoxicated by the scenery, he saw his secretary walking quickly.

"What's the matter?"

Facing his secretary, Ambique didn't look back and asked directly.

"Your Excellency, those people agreed to your request. In addition, they want to ask adults, can they take a stake in the Balikpapan oil field? ”

The secretary whispered in his ear.

The secretary's words made Ambique turn his head, and he waved his hand until the servant stepped back before speaking. "These people don't have a good appetite, the oil in Balikpapan is the heart of the oil company, and I don't dare to interfere."

Faced with his own governor's words, the secretary thought for a moment. "Maybe they don't know enough about the field and don't know about the oil company."

"Perhaps."

Listening to the secretary's arguments, Ambique continued. "But they have to stop it, because PetroItalia is a joint venture between the royal family and the government, and it is no weaker than the national grid. Tell them directly, it's simply not possible. Tell them that I'm going to add another 5% to the profit, and if they don't agree then I'm going to find someone again. ”

"Yes, my lord."

After the secretary left, Ambique continued to watch the sunset.

Ambique asked the secretary to do something, which seemed to be mysterious and secretive, but in fact, it was nothing to buy the property of several families.

The root of this matter still lies with Yuan Shikai, wasn't it because there were not enough officers in the new army at that time, and Lord Yuan set his sights on the Italian Chinese officers.

Many officers of Chinese descent were dazzled by the high-ranking officials of Lord Yuan, so they became officers of his new army. Although the Italian side did not say anything about this matter, it was a little wrong on the Borneo side.

In the eyes of the colonial government of Borneo, these Chinese officers who joined the Qing army simply lacked loyalty to Italy. Since it lacks loyalty, it must be punished as a member of its family. Of course, the colonial government, considering the actual impact, was also a small punishment and a big warning, and only needed to divest some industries, and did not intend to uproot them.

If you want to buy some of the Chinese family's property, the best white gloves are of course those Chinese families who are still loyal. And as the supreme governor of the colonial government, it was only reasonable for the governor of Ambique to reap a small benefit.

After all, it is very difficult for the Governor of Ambique to come to Pontianak halfway around the world, so what problems can the Governor of Ambique have to gain some money and make up for it. Even Prime Minister Antonio, who was known for his strength and integrity, brought back millions of lili when he returned from Borneo.

After Ambik's request was sent to Liu's family, Liu Enguan, who was the head of the Liu family, immediately convened everyone to discuss the governor's request.

After telling Ambik's request, Liu Enguan asked. "What do you think of the request of the Governor of Ambique?"

"What else can we say, can we not give it? As I said, the oil in this Balikpaban is not red-eyed, and you can see that the profit is directly reduced by 5%. ”

"What are you talking about, Song Yusheng raised his hand to vote at that time, but I saw that you also raised your hand. Why do you have complaints when you eat and hang? ”

"He Qing, which eye did you see me raise my hand, don't talk nonsense."

"Smack!"

Suddenly, there was a slap on the table, interrupting the two.

"Song Yusheng, He Qing, you want to quarrel with me to change places, for that bit of land, do you still plan to do it?"

After all, Liu Enguan had been the commander of Lanfang before, and the heads of the major families still had to give a few thin noodles, so they quieted down.

"I made a mistake in proposing to take a stake in the oil field this time, I originally thought that I could use this to meddle in the kerosene business, but I always overestimated our strength."

"Commander Liu, where is this, aren't you doing this for the big guy, don't mention this matter again."

Seeing that someone gave the steps, Liu Enguan also borrowed the slope to get off the donkey. "Okay, we won't mention this matter anymore, so what about the Governor's request for another 5%?"

"What else can I do, can I still be evil to the Governor."

"But it is true, you can't do evil to the governor."

"yes......"

The succession of echoes is enough to explain the problem, but of course there are different voices.

"If it is aimed at the Lin, Zhang and other families, whether it has a bad impact is not good."

In the face of the doubts raised, there were immediate rebuttals. "What's wrong with this, everyone knows the situation of these families, since they want to bet on the imperial court, this person must have a move. Do they want to step on two boats, and the colonial government is not allowed to do something? ”

"I didn't mean that. I just want to say, what will the people below think if we wait for me to come forward? ”

"If you don't feel good, you can let it out."

Yes, this sentence immediately made the other voices dumb, after all, this interest is moving, everyone doesn't do it, it's okay to say, just your own family, isn't it going to be isolated?

After seeing that everyone had no opinions, Liu Enguan continued, "Then this matter has been decided, and everyone should pay attention to it next." ”

Now that the decision has been made, everyone naturally disperses.

Liu Enguan called the housekeeper. "Tell that Doctor Sun that I, Liu, am not unfamiliar with his position in the United States of China, and let him leave quickly."

"Yes, sir."