Hamburg is actually not far from Berlin, about 230 kilometers. If you take a horse-drawn carriage, it can take more than ten hours.

Thankfully, automobiles were already born at this time, and although they were not widely promoted for various reasons, they still became a new type of transportation for luxury fashion, and were loved by some nobles and wealthy people.

Although the current production of automobiles is not high, even the whole of Europe and the Americas combined, the annual production of automobiles is less than 10,000 units.

But as one of the most powerful industrial countries in the world, Germany not only has the technology to produce automobiles, but is also one of the first countries to invent automobiles.

It is precisely because of this advantage that the car is a more convenient means of transportation that can be used by the German aristocracy. And as a guest of Wilhelm II, this time to Berlin, Wilhelm II specially prepared several brand-new cars for Arthur.

Although the current automotive technology is still immature, there are a large number of problems in terms of speed, stability and safety.

But compared to the slower horse-drawn carriage, the car has a certain advantage, at least in terms of speed.

For horse-drawn carriages, it is a relatively good speed to reach a speed of about 20 kilometers per hour, and even if it can reach a speed of more than 20 kilometers per hour, it basically will not choose to run so fast.

Because too fast will make the horse more tired, the carriage will also have frequent problems due to bumps, and it will also greatly reduce the comfort of the ride.

The problem of the car should be reduced, and generally speaking, it is safer and more secure to maintain a speed of about 30 kilometers per hour.

At about six o'clock in the evening, Arthur and the diplomatic mission officially arrived in Berlin.

The palace where the German royal family lived was the Berlin City Palace, a sprawling palace with a history of more than four hundred years.

The Berlin City Palace, the former royal palace of the Kingdom of Prussia and now the German Empire, is located in the heart of Berlin.

When everyone arrived at the Berlin City Palace, a welcoming ceremony had been prepared for Arthur on the square in front of the palace.

Under the Poseidon Fountain in the square, a neatly arranged guard of honor is waiting. Next to it, in a separate row, is the military band, ready for cheerful music.

The moment Arthur stepped out of the car, the honor guard immediately saluted Arthur, and the military band began to play.

"His Royal Highness the Duke of Australia, Arthur, on behalf of His Majesty the Emperor, I welcome you. Your Highness has prepared a sumptuous meal and a welcome banquet for your Highness in the Berlin City Palace, please come with me. The old gentleman on the side stepped forward and said humbly.

Walk through the sprawling square and step into the interior of the Berlin City Palace. Arthur found that the palace was not as monotonous and simple as he had imagined, and that the Berlin City Palace had become a luxurious palace on par with Buckingham Palace after centuries of expansion by many monarchs.

Passing through the gardens inside the palace, you will find a large living room area. Led by the old gentleman, Arthur and his party came to a large dining room, which was already full of food and many servants were busy.

"Your Highness, ladies and gentlemen. This is the place where the banquet is about to be held, and His Majesty the Emperor will come at once, so please wait a moment. After bringing Arthur and the others to the place, the old gentleman said politely.

Arthur nodded, took a cursory glance at the banquet setup, and began to wait patiently.

It didn't take long for Wilhelm II and Crown Prince Wilhelm to follow.

At this time, Wilhelm II had finished his busy day, changed into a more daily clothes, and walked over with a smile on his face.

"Your Majesty the Kaiser!" Arthur saluted with the rest of the diplomatic delegation.

Because it is a relatively public occasion, it is natural to follow the rules. According to the identity of Emperor Wilhelm II, it is natural to call it His Majesty.

"Arthur, ladies and gentlemen, please be seated. I know you've worked hard all the way from England and have been in the car for a day. Today's welcome banquet is a little brief, and there are not so many etiquette customs. Sit back and savor the delicacies of Germany. Wilhelm II walked in with Arthur, patted Arthur on the shoulder, and said to everyone with a smile.

After Wilhelm II sat on the throne, everyone took their seats. The large long tables are occupied by many people, and the space between each person is more than one meter, which is enough to store a variety of food and drinks.

At the signal of Crown Prince William, the maid began to step forward and pour red wine into everyone's glasses.

"Come and taste German wine. Cheers to the friendship between Germany and Australia! Wilhelm II raised a glass of red wine and smiled at Arthur.

"Cheers to friendship!" Arthur also picked up the red wine and said with a smile.

The others followed suit and hurriedly picked up the red wine in front of them.

Arthur took a sip, then gently lowered his glass. The red wines at the banquet were all produced by Wilhelm II's private winery, and even the most ordinary bottle was sold at a high price on the market.

What's more, the red wine used by Wilhelm II to entertain guests is naturally selected from the best red wine of the year's grapes, coupled with careful brewing and preservation, the taste and taste are absolutely nothing to say.

"Arthur, I've heard of the treaty you signed with the British. Although the conditions seem to be good, the level of support is really poor. Germany lacks everything, that is, industrial equipment and capital. Don't worry, Arthur. I have communicated with the government and all the conditions promised to you will be implemented. We really see the potential of Australia and want to build a good relationship with Australia. Wilhelm II put down his glass and said to Arthur with a smile.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Arthur smiled in thanks.

"Okay, let's not talk about those government affairs for now. Come, folks, try German cuisine and see how it differs from the tastes of England and Australia. Watching the servants serve the food one by one, Wilhelm II also stopped his conversation and said to everyone with a smile.

Wilhelm II was right, this is indeed German-style cuisine.

The Germans are a people who eat a lot of meat and drink a lot, and sausages and beer are the favorite foods and drinks of the Germans.

Although there was no beer at the banquet, there were plenty of some of the more authentic German sausages, accompanied by Königsberg meatballs and cheese pasta, as well as beef rolls and horse stewed in vinegar, making up a few simple main dishes.

The main dish is a serving of mashed potatoes and potato pancakes, and the side dish is beef broth and half chicken. Paired with a few desserts and lots of cakes, it makes for an ordinary but hearty feast.

The long rush made everyone feel hungry, so they were not polite, and accompanied the servants to serve the dishes one by one, and they all began to taste them.

But after all, it was someone else's home field, and there were high-ranking nobles like Wilhelm II and Arthur present, so everyone was very civilized in their eating, not only chewing slowly, but also very cautious, for fear of showing a foreign appearance on such an occasion.