Rebirth of the Spanish Empire

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"It is now Spanish broadcast time, it is 18:30 pm on December 30, 1908. The city of Messina on the island of Sicily under the United Kingdom of Italy today experienced the largest earthquake in the history of the region, including Barcelona. The earthquake was felt throughout the entire Mediterranean. Preliminary estimates indicate that the number of casualties in this earthquake must have reached at least 40,000, and the data is still being revised..."

"January 1, 1909, Spanish Radio Time, the latest news on the Messina earthquake. According to the news known to Messina, the death toll has reached 30,000 people. Preliminary estimates are that a large number of people are still alive under the houses. and washed into the Mediterranean Sea by the tsunami. The data is still being revised and changed..."

"Unforeseen circumstances, the earthquake disaster faced by Italy this time, once again tells us that life is beautiful, and we need to live a beautiful life that cherishes every day. At the same time, everyone is asked to sympathize with the city of Messina and mourn for them. "

"Spanish radio time, today is January 2, 1909, the death toll in Messina is..."

"Nothing is more valuable than the lives of many people. King Vittorio is said to have rushed to Sicily in person. According to the latest news, Spain has dispatched a rescue team to participate in the rescue operation with the consent of Italy."

A lot of news leaked out. Just like the previous figures, it started out as 40,000 and then expanded to 75,000. Later, the 75,000 in mainland Italy across the sea were added. In this way, the Kingdom of Italy was in such a big earthquake. , more than 150,000 people lost their lives, and it was already January 10, 1909 after the figures were obtained.

"Your Majesty, Princess Teresa wishes to see you." It was Alfonso's habit to take a nap every day. Aragorn knew this, but the return of the master outside made him not be too slow, so he did not bother to disturb His Majesty's nap.

"Teresa?" Alfang, who was a little confused because he couldn't come, became much more awake upon hearing this. Is she coming back? Then I thought of the situation of Mercedes, the eldest sister. As the earthquake was spread further and further by the media, even the United States and the East had already reported it in more detail. As the hostess of Sicily, Mercedes It is not surprising that people knew that Si dislocated his hand in the earthquake. And when something like this happened to Mercedes, who had always loved both of them, it was strange that Theresa wasn't in a hurry to come back.

But before he could ask someone to let him in, he found that the other party had already arrived at his door.

"Since you're here, let's do it." He motioned to Aragorn to pour tea and get up to freshen up first.

After a while, Alfonso walked over and sat down next to Teresa.

"How's Mercedes? I'm scared to death. How could something like this happen? It's so scary." As he spoke, his face turned a little pale.

"It's fine. It's just a dislocation. The doctors in Sicily are very good at their job."

"You're so funny. Mercedes loved you so much back then. Don't forget, she was the one who gave up the position of prince. Alfangsu, you bastard, you're so funny now." As he said that, he slapped Alfangsu. She asked for it, but Alfonso could only sit there with a wry smile and vent to her quietly.

"Teresa, what are you doing?" Maria Cristina carefully held her grandson Medi and walked in while chatting and laughing with Patricia. She had just received news that her second daughter was back. , I was still complaining that this girl didn't see me rarely when she came back, but met her brother first. He was about to come over and "teach her a lesson", but he didn't expect to see such a side. Daughter, are you beating your son?

"I" Mary Theresa didn't know how to answer now. Could it be that he hit Alfonso because he was angry at him when he found out what happened to his sister Mercedes? It was because he was still laughing at this time, but this reason makes sense. So she spoke out confidently.

And Alfonso didn't defend himself from beginning to end.

Christina felt dizzy for a while, and what made her even more dizzy was that Alfonso had no rebuttal from beginning to end.

She glared at him angrily, and then came to Teresa after giving the child to Patricia, and said softly, "You too, you didn't ask clearly before you were angry. As early as a few days ago, Al Fang Suo had already transferred all the last doctors to Hoffman, and was a little relieved after finding out that Mercedes was fine. It was rare to see him take a nap just now, and we didn't disturb him or look into his eyes. Are there some dark circles?" He glared at Teresa again, and the latter glanced at Alfonso secretly, and playfully stuck out his tongue at Patricia next to him. The latter smiled sweetly.

It's not that Alfonso has wandered into the world, but he knows that he can better adjust the atmosphere in this way. Now these relatives of mine need such an atmosphere to surround them. After all, several of them were frightened by that Mercedes guy.

In fact, in addition to observing the Messina earthquake, many people are paying attention to the Mediterranean. They are also paying attention to the island of Menorca, which is also in the Mediterranean. In a few months, the Spanish mainland will officially promulgate a gambling ban, and the same promulgation On this day, Spain's legal gambling venue Menorca also officially opened. People who like gambling and those who open casinos are paying attention to this change. Although many people have complained about the promulgation of this law, it is clearly stated in the law. It was issued in order to reduce the harm to young people and other rumors about gambling and drug addiction, so that our descendants and the future of Spain will not be buried on the gambling table. This ban, let me ask, under such a premise, who dares to stand up to protest? If someone stands up, it is not an indirect admission that he does not care about harming other people's children. Who is willing to do such a thing that offends public outrage? , so people who are addicted to gambling have turned their attention to the small island to the east, where, after May, may be their real paradise.

"Girard, what is going on? Why did the government suddenly issue such a decree? Isn't this an opportunity to cut off our financial resources?"

"Geshé, your question is so unreasonable. Don't I think this is also cutting off my financial path?"

Gilad, owner of Madrid's largest casino, the Crystal Palace. Geshe is the owner of the Casino in Barcelona, ​​and the two are now the talkers of the largest casino in Spain. Today, they got together because of the Spanish government's ban on gambling.

Gilad rubbed the thumb of his left hand, and the maid next to him immediately took out a cigar for him knowingly.

After blowing a puff of smoke, Gilad said: "Your Majesty is making us all feel like we are in the wilderness."

"This is true. If this happens, our annual income will definitely be reduced a lot."

"However, this cannot be blamed on His Majesty. You guys are becoming more and more blatant. Look, there are astonishingly hundreds of casinos in Barcelona. I even heard that you built the capital on many Next to the church, aren't you deliberately provoking complaints from people in the church?" Gilad became more and more angry as he spoke, becoming more and more certain that many people from the church were involved in proposing the law.

"Hey, isn't this because the church is right next to a busy city and other crowded places? In our business, a large population is the basis for us to make money."

"It's fine now. No one has anything to gain from it. What a waste of time."

"However, fortunately, this is not a ban on citizens participating in gambling. Knowledge has just shifted the place of gambling. Fortunately, we still have some money to make, although the share may be smaller."

"This is not bad. I was shocked at first, so I just shouted. Fortunately, after reading it, I realized that Zheng Fu still left a way for us to survive."

To the relief of all casino owners and seasoned gamblers with serious gambling addictions, this bill only restricts gambling, not completely bans it. The new gambling bill clearly proposes to restrict local gambling except Menorca and Pas, with the exception of Menorca and Pas.

Moreover, according to the provisions of this bill, both places must obtain a casino business license before opening, which is also easy to handle. Starting from May 1st, casinos that have not obtained a casino business license will be regarded as illegal casinos. Once discovered, not only will they be forcibly closed, all gambling materials and money will be confiscated, but the casino operators will also be severely fined. In serious cases, they will be sent to jail. Go to court for sentencing. Gamblers caught on the spot will not only have their gambling funds confiscated, but will also be fined a certain amount. Every casino owner has a clean butt, so they naturally understand that this is a warning to them, and the meaning of telling them to abide by the rules is too obvious.

There are only three ways to obtain a casino license: before the casino is opened, the casino holder must pay an investment equal to the proposed investment amount to the newly opened small department under the Spanish government’s Ministry of Finance that specializes in managing the gaming industry. Amount of deposit and registration.

How much you invest depends on how much deposit you must pay. For example, if the investor plans to invest in a casino of 500,000 pesetas, he must first pay a deposit of 500,000 pesetas to the Gambling Authority. After it is opened, the casino will The Bureau will review the scale of the casino again. If the proposed investment amount is exceeded or the investment amount needs to be increased, the casino can make up the difference to the Casino Management Bureau. If the casino refuses to make up the difference, its business license will be revoked and it will become an illegal casino. , the Casino Management Bureau will deal with it in accordance with the methods for dealing with illegal casinos. Boss Sui'an and others had some objections to this, but because of the long guns, short cannons, airships and other weapons, they did not voice their complaints.

Casinos can provide short-term loans to cash-strapped gamblers, but before that, they must pay a deposit to the National Reserve Bank. Casinos that do not pay the deposit are not eligible for loans. The total loan amount shall not exceed the amount of the deposit paid to the bank, and the loan interest rate shall not exceed the bank interest rate for the same period. Moreover, the loan procedures must be complete. Casinos that violate the above regulations will also have their business licenses revoked and will be dealt with according to the procedures for illegal casinos.

Casinos can only be opened in Menorca and Perth, Western Australia. Except for Menorca, which does not have any restrictions, Perth has set a minimum threshold because of its location, which is investment. The amount must reach the above 100 pesetas. All casinos operating outside these two areas under Spanish jurisdiction are considered illegal casinos. It is also impossible to obtain a business license.

"Girard, I heard a statement last time. I wonder if it is worth our reference?" After hesitating for a while, Geshe revealed one of the main purposes of his visit to Madrid this time.

"What's your opinion?" Gilad had some curiosity on his face, but what Geshe didn't know was that Gilad was quickly calculating in his mind.

"After the news of the decree came, I did more research on this issue. Finally, at a party in Barcelona, ​​I heard Catalonia Governor Orbis say that the reason why the government introduced this decree was actually The real purpose is not only to sort out the harmful factors of local gambling, but also has a deeper purpose, which is to make the Spanish gambling industry more standardized and competitive. The reason why we are pushed to Menorca is In fact, it is also to develop the economy there and make it the pearl of the sea in Spain. I also heard him say that the core purpose of Zheng Fu is to build Menorca into the largest capital in Europe. The paradise that all gamblers long for attracts all European gamblers and lets them invest money from all over the world in our Minorca.

At the time, I felt a little puzzled. I even thought that the guy from Orbis had had two too many drinks. But now, the more I think about it, the more it becomes more feasible and credible. With His Majesty’s hard work, he will build the Spanish economy. Combined with the efforts made, combined with the comparison of the profits after building it, it is really possible that it looks like His Majesty's handiwork. ,Girard, what do you think? Gilad? "

"Oh!" Gilad woke up.

"Tell me, is this your Majesty's masterpiece? If so, our investment should not be lost. Don't forget, isn't that person in Spain saying that your Majesty is not only an expert in managing the country, but also manages the economy? The golden finger for developing enterprises, look at the major industry giants under his name, which one was not established and developed under his personal command, and every one of them is a giant in Spain, Europe and even the world. If this If His Majesty came up with the idea this time, with his life-threatening spirit like ours, he will definitely take the lead this time. Maybe, if we seize a good position to take the lead on Menorca and play a leading role, We may get more help from the government, and we may even gain His Majesty's praise and be received..."

Looking at Geshe who was getting more and more perfect as he talked, Gilad didn't feel funny this time, because he thought the same way now, and just before, at a Madrid noble banquet, he also met Madrid Mayor Joe Pu, the answer is the same, a surprisingly similar answer. Is this really the ultimate goal of His Majesty and the Spanish government?

First update, there is one more update. (To be continued.