This matter is not difficult, and it can be handled by everyone below. But I always feel that there is not much practical benefit in this operation. I need to expand my strength instead of waving the flag to others. The crown prince said with some dissatisfaction.

How could there be no interest? First of all, you are the Governor of the Imperial Polish Governor's District. The Governor's District is positioned between provinces and principalities. You have certain autonomy. From this point of view, if you set up trade barriers for American products, you can get support from a large number of German merchants and factory owners. If you are willing to promote the adoption of relevant trade restrictions policies in the Imperial Parliament, then I think you will benefit a lot from both economically and politically. Do you know how much money they provide for political lobbying every year by Krupp Siemens Bayer Chemical?

Secondly, confrontation with the United States is not just an economic confrontation. Once the U.S.-German alliance breaks down, an arms race between each other will be inevitable! Well, as the prince, you, as you who still have military positions, there are more things to operate. You can use your influence to insert trusted people from the Black Wing Knights into the army in the future expansion of the army. They will become the swords to safeguard your status and rights in the future. Arms development means orders, and this is also something that can be operated. After all, you may only take a few hours to get to Berlin, and Prince Albert does not have much influence on the center. You can always appear in the center of the power stage and play your own role. Are these benefits not enough? Count Marwitz asked back.

It seems very good to say this? The Crown Prince suddenly realized: If this matter is handed over to you, can you help me do it?

That is my honor, Your Majesty, the future will prove that your decision is extremely wise. The old earl said.

Okay, then the next question, Turkey! The Crown Prince said: Turkey is a very important country, not only because it was once our ally, but more importantly, it is the second largest oil producer in the entire allied system. The agricultural and industrial and mining products in Asia Minor and the Mesopotamia are also important resources. No one would think that their money is enough, even the emperor was like this. Bavaria used various means to monopolize Turkey's oil production, but now Bavaria still wants to continue like this, but it is obvious that their ideas are outrageous. The empire is boycotting Bavaria in all aspects. I want to make a difference in this matter!

Especially economically, if possible, I hope that after the civil strife in Turkey ends, we can have an oil field in the Mesopotamia, and then I will invest in building a petrochemical factory. Well, that's it! The prince's words are full of longing for the future!

It is still a bit difficult to do this, because although discussions have begun within the empire, it seems that the situation in Turkey is not anxious. It is not good for us to enter the game too early. We just need to wait and then stand on the side of the person who is most likely to win at the most critical moment. The old earl said.

What if the most likely winner is Bavaria? Should we also stand on Ruprecht's side to deal with my father? The crown prince said dissatisfiedly.

Then you'd better keep silent, but this kind of thing should not happen. His Royal Highness should pay more attention to Turkey's future political trend and domestic situation. Some economic interests can be transferred, such as the distribution of the Caucasus oil fields in the first place. This matter can be taken slowly, and you can do some preliminary work, just treat it as the first important matter you personally handle. The old earl said.

This matter is very challenging. The crown prince said. But I like it, and I want to try it too!

By the way, Marwitz, what do you think of Lieutenant General Estrov? Is this person reliable? The prince said with a flash of eyes.

At least he can do his current job. He can complete the contact with the General Staff in Berlin well, and at the same time maintain the safety of a city like Warsaw. The old Count spoke very carefully.

What if I wanted him to take on more important responsibilities? For example, training my guards? The crown prince continued.

He is a lieutenant general, Your Highness, do you let a lieutenant general take charge of your guard? This is a treatment that His Majesty the German Emperor has never possessed. Your guard has only one regiment. The old earl said.

That's just my guard regiment. In today's Germany, if we don't have enough military strength, we can't defend our power at all. The crown prince said. I don't seek to have an independent army like other kingdoms, but I must have a certain loyalty in the officer regiment! I need people to cultivate some capable people, and then I use my identity and rights to send them to the top leaders of the German army, and then they want me to give my loyalty!

Lieutenant General Estrov is already in his grade, and his position in the army has reached its peak and will not be further improved. What awaits him is his retirement in a few years, but he is a firm royalist after all, and he has a lot of connections in the army, especially on the battlefield on the Eastern Front. If possible, we can make some choices from his descendants or subordinates. And is he? He has shown loyalty to us, and we finally gave him a rank of general and returned to his hometown. The old earl thought for a while and said.

You seem to be more inclined to train an officer from the lower level than to directly brib the senior management? The crown prince asked.

That's right, the officers' regiment is essentially the embodiment of the senior Junker nobles in the army. They have prominent identities, complex backgrounds and relationships, and the effort required to buy them is very great. And these people are sometimes unreliable because their power is too great. Even if they defect to a new master, they can still gain a very high status. So sometimes they are fearless! In fact, after civil strife, I personally recommend weakening the officers' regiment, at least limiting the control of the officers' regiment. Of course, if you can make progress in military affairs and become the same as Duke Albrecht, then it is naturally the best. The old earl said.

OK, let’s talk about this question later. The crown prince said.

The conversation between the two continued until dawn. This time, the two talked about a lot of things, some of which were venting emotions, and some were external plans, but there was no doubt that from this day on, Prince William officially decided to develop an independent political force. He made arrangements and longed for opportunities, which did not make him wait for too long!
Chapter completed!