Romanian Eagle

Eder discussed the details of the list with Prime Minister Bernhard. Capitalists who get news outside the palace are like sharks smelling blood, ready to distribute this delicious cake. The most important ones were taken by Mauser, Krupp and Farben Chemical, and the rest were divided up by others.

After ten days of negotiation, the military part of the payment finally spent 120 million marks on the construction of an annual output of 100,000 Mauser 98 rifles, 1,000 G08 heavy machine guns, 150 105 light howitzers, 50 Five 150 heavy howitzers, 24 210 cannons, 50 million rounds of 7.92 rifle ammunition, 50 million rounds of machine gun ammunition, and a large-scale comprehensive arsenal with 60,000 tons of various explosive shells. The plan is to be fully put into use in three years.

The chemical industry spent 60 million yuan to build a dye factory, a sulfuric acid factory and a pharmaceutical factory. The main purpose is to build a large potash fertilizer plant and to develop Romanian potash mine in depth. And it has a very good role in promoting agricultural production, and it is planned to be completed in three years.

Other internal combustion engines, locomotives, steam turbines, the arms of a division of the power plant, etc., add up to 70 million marks.

The news of Germany's large-scale payment to Romania quickly spread throughout Europe, and countries expressed their unease about Germany's wooing Romania. The British Times wrote that the Kaiser's payment once again showed that this European order disruptor has been looking for allies. Once the power of the Three Emperors Alliance exceeds that of the Franco-Russian Alliance too much, war will come. Britain should play an adequate role in this. The French president and his staff were discussing the possibility of forming an alliance with DeRo, and it was the consensus of France that Russia should turn its attention back to Europe as soon as possible.

Franz Joseph I of Vienna and his ministers discussed the implications for Austria-Hungary. "If Romania were to be drawn into our common alliance, it would be a heavy blow to Russia's influence in the Balkans by cutting off Russia's land connection to the Balkans."

"The Empire's actions in Bosnia-Herzegovina should also be accelerated," Franz Joseph I said decisively.

Although the war against Japan continued. Nicholas II also discussed with the important ministers the influence of Germany's payment to Romania.

"We can't let Romania be pulled away by Germany, otherwise our European borders will be extended by one-third, and the army will have to expand. The most important thing is that the influence of the empire in the Balkans will be greatly reduced, which is quite unfavorable for us." Jilin, the military representative Skye expressed his opinion. "Do you still want to expand the army? The treasury has already asked for money, and even the current Manchurian War is about to be unsustainable." The Minister of Finance heard the military's military expansion speech. "Let France join us to put pressure on Romania. Now the Huang Manchu plan must be successful, and let these Japanese monkeys know about Russia's power. After the war, troops are dispatched to Bessarabia. I believe this will make the Romanians wake up."

After purchasing the equipment and materials from Germany, Eder said to General Pleishan, "The general heard that Denmark has produced a 9KG Madsen machine gun, I hope you can check it out. If the reliability is good, I would like to give the platoon Add some equipment at the first level."

"As you wish, His Royal Highness, I will truthfully reflect this weapon." As a soldier, General Pulieshan would not refuse any increase in the strength of the army.

"How about the cooperation between the German military." The additional condition of this payment is to send students to study at the German military academy, and Germany will send staff to help Romania rectify the bloated army and optimize the command structure. Eder was well aware of Germany's desire to command the Romanian army in wartime. However, it will not be Germany's final decision to get on or not to board the ship at that time.

"It's basically settled. Every year we send 300 students to study in Germany, including 100 for one-year programs, 150 for three-year programs, and 50 for five-year programs. The German General Staff will send a 57-member advisory group, Gulis. General Ta is the head of the regiment. Will go back with us."

Four days later the advisory group met with Edel.

"Captain Gulista is going to trouble you this time."

"His Royal Highness, we will fully understand the problems of your country's military and give reasonable suggestions." Gulista said to Edel seriously.

"This is Lieutenant Colonel Ludendorff, the deputy head of the regiment, a very talented colleague. Previously worked in the General Staff"

Edel paused, watching Gulista pointing at a middle-aged man in his forties next to him, thinking that he was indeed very talented.

Edel and Ludendorff shook hands.

"Welcome to Romania, you can come to me if you have any difficulties."

"Thank you His Royal Highness, we will complete the work conscientiously and satisfy His Highness." He entered the General Staff Department in 1894, was well appreciated by Schlieffen, and participated in the revisions of Schlieffen's plan. Last year, he was transferred to the second department in charge of training and mobilization, which was highly appreciated by the Kaiser. For such a promising person, the Kaiser's eagerness to win over Romania can be seen.

In early June, Eder and his team of consultants returned to Bucharest. Prime Minister Stuart greeted Eder and his party, after arranging the departure of the German advisory group.

"His Royal Highness Edel, because both the French and Russian ambassadors have come to ask us whether we have signed a covenant with Germany, and is deeply disturbed by our relationship with Germany that is too close, and the United Kingdom has also expressed deep concern." Stuerley The Prime Minister was a little uneasy about the recent situation to the Crown Prince.

"Prime Minister, please rest assured, this is just a loan and we have not signed any alliance agreement with Germany." Eder said insincerely, this is because King Carroll told Eder before that they had signed a defensive contract with Austria-Hungary. treaty. The treaty was fairly secretive neither the parliament nor the prime minister knew about it, only Edel told him before he went to Germany. In this very favorable treaty for Romania, if Russia declared war on Romania, Austria-Hungary and Germany would declare war on Russia. And Austria-Hungary and Germany declared war on Russia, then Romania can decide whether to declare war on Russia.

Back to the palace to see Carol I, "This is a good job, Edel." The old king praised Edel.

"This is inseparable from your support, father." Edel said modestly. For this large loan, Edel mainly relies on the memory of his previous life. For a small country, it is difficult to borrow money at one time. This share, but if you borrow and spend it locally, then the money is much better. It just so happens that Germany has the military, chemical, internal combustion engine and other equipment and technologies that Romania needs.

"Edel, go see your mother, she's been reading to me many times during your absence."

"I'll go see her now." Edel nodded to his father and walked out of the room.