《Reborn as a small European country》Chapter 5: The Grand Duke's Speech
Advertisement
Looking at the virtual map above the $2.000, Joseph face some difficulties before he forgot one thing, that is, the problem of electricity, although the Central District has a World War II German-built thermal power plant, the power plant to supply the Central District is already a bit difficult, how to support the North City District?
Of course, some people may say that the citizens of the Central District will move to the North Side one by one in the next period, and then the Central District will be a no-man's land, so naturally, it will no longer need the support of electricity. But, one thing is overlooked, the system construction of the North Side is not like the Central District, it is a big consumer of electricity.
The port, low-cost housing, banks, offices, which of these do not need the support of electricity? Using the data to compare, then the North Side power demand is at this time the Central District more than three times, so Joseph talent will be so difficult, after all, the funds in hand now has closed, cannot build a new thermal power plant.
A nuclear power station is no problem, but needs a nuclear test research center to be able to activate, looking at that represents the inactive gray color nuclear power station, Joseph a face of helplessness.
Just when Joseph was worried about the impending shortage of electricity, an inconspicuous scientific laboratory caught his eye: the Center for New Resource Utilization and R&D Projects.
Wind power and solar power are new energy sources, right? Although they take up a relatively large area, these things can not help but be cheap ah! A set of wind turbines, solar panels how much money, especially solar panels, it can be completely installed on the building, just time ......
In the study, Joseph hesitated again and again to invest the remaining $2.000 in the new resource utilization and R&D project center, and the placement of this R&D project center is on the hill on the side of the third street of the North City District, where there is no flat land or Joseph spent $100 to level out by the means of the system.
At this time Joseph discovered another function of the system, reclamation, and leveling of land, although, in reality, the cost of the two is very different, in the system the price is the same, both 100 square $ 10, of course, after the trial period their prices will be restored to 100 square $ 1000.
The approximate geographical location of the Duchy of Noord is: the west coast, the east is a small mountain range with France blocked, the north across the sea is the port of Falmouth in southwest England, and the south is a primeval forest in France, tall trees, vicious mosquitoes, and flies so that the natural borderline of the Duchy of Noord.
The mountain range belongs to the Duchy of Noord, but because the steep terrain has been used as the first line of defense to stop France, the Grand Duke's residence is the only place on the mountain range that calmly can be built, of course, that is only before, now there is a construction system, large-scale construction group is impossible, but some similar, signal tower buildings placed there is no problem.
Advertisement
In the future, Joseph is prepared to open up a road in the mountains, because only then the contact between the Duchy of Nod and Europe or with France will be more convenient and more conducive to the development of the Duchy of Nod.
"Shit!"
Joseph, full of anger, walked around in the study, why is this? The problem still lies in the power or the new resource utilization and research and development project center, waiting for several hours, but the result is that the school is needed to fully activate the research center, for the urgent need of power Joseph he can not be angry?
Anger is anger, such a result he can understand, most or blame himself did not think carefully, people research center can not just give you a few people out of thin air, right!
The system is not yet unbelievable, for example, this research center, compared with other research centers in this world, it is perhaps the only difference is that the building has an academic bonus effect, that is, here to study new energy problems, compared to other new energy research centers easier to think things through.
Do not underestimate this bonus, Edison said that genius is one percent of inspiration plus 99 percent of sweat? Inspiration in front of sweat after this illustrates the importance of inspiration, and in the system-built research center, the most need not worry is inspiration, as long as hard work, then even the average scientist can become a giant like Einstein and Edison.
Joseph once again remembered that the essential medical system, the education system is not yet, patting his head, Joseph felt the hard work of being a ruler, but it is good, there is still a buffer zone on the North Side, and when the second street stores are auctioned off, he has money in hand to do these things.
The first time I saw the world, I was in a trance, and Joseph had come to this world for a month, a month in which Joseph had completely adapted to his identity and could not help but reveal the majesty and grace of a superior person.
May 28, 1980, early morning
Joseph, dressed in a small black suit, looked at himself in the mirror and could not help but smile, today was an extraordinary day for the Duchy of Nod.
Crixus sweaty jogged in, not enough time to wipe sweat, and asked urgently: "Your Highness, I heard that you will speak on the radio today?"
"Yes, it's been a month since my coronation, it's time for my subjects to get to know Ragnar III, why, Prime Minister Crixus?" Winking, Joseph said to Crixus as if with flirtation.
"I ......"
The first thing I want to do is to persuade Joseph to cancel the universal broadcast, but before I open my mouth I see Joseph's smiling eyes, a jolt, this may be a trap, and even if he wants to dissuade, with what reason? You do not want to make a popular speech, because it is not in the interests of the French Republic, will allow you to increase your influence in the Nord?
He could be sure that if he did say that, Joseph would have 80% of the Praetorian Guard at the door to detain him for treason ......
Advertisement
The remaining 20 percent? Poor Crixus, I guess he would be executed on the spot, the time he had spent with him made him realize that Joseph was not as young and harmless as he appeared to be.
"Prime Minister Crixus?"
"No, it's all right. The broadcasting station is ready, Your Highness."
The first time I saw him, I decided not to say anything. But what he did not expect is that because of this speech, Nordic was completely out of the control of the French Republic.
The broadcasting system or the German army stationed here at the beginning left behind, of course, they left behind not only these things, guns, uniforms, a lot of food, etc. Now the citizens of Nod eat, wear, and use most of the spoils of war as the winning side, the Duchy of Nod.
Typical examples are the guns and uniforms of Joseph's Praetorians, which were handed over from the German soldiers who surrendered at the beginning, which is why the Praetorian uniform is so similar to the German Nazi army.
Fortunately, the United States in 1977 to research the atomic bomb, otherwise, Germany can not be defeated is still another story, so even if Joseph crossed over, it is estimated that only as a fugitive government of the royal family (economic and historical link, military slightly backward similar to the end of World War II that time).
When he arrived at the broadcasting room, he looked at the busy staff next to him and waited for a little before the signal came that he could start, and when he got the signal Joseph took a deep breath, after all, it was his first public speech, and it would be a lie to say that Joseph was not nervous.
"Good morning, my subjects."
A very simple sentence, but the citizens of the Duchy of Nod who are listening to the radio heard this sentence hand movement uniformly pause, very confused, why did this morning's announcer speak so young?
"I am Joseph Ragnar, usually you call me Ragnar III, but I prefer to be called His Highness Joseph than that. ......"
Joseph's self-flagellation was not noticed by the citizens of Nord, when the words I am Joseph Ragnar came, the citizens who were in front of the radio were already frozen in place, this is Ragnar III, no it is His Highness Joseph? The Archduke's voice came so suddenly that the citizens of Nord did not react.
"As the ruler of the Duchy of Nod, the current situation in Nod is very sad for me, but fortunately my grandfather, that is, what you call His Highness Ragnar I, left me enough wealth to rebuild the city, the North City District is a surprise to you, I hope you can enjoy."
Joseph didn't have much to say, just a few thousand words before giving the floor to the newly appointed radio director, the second position Joseph had stepped into since his coronation. The previous director of the radio station? Now it should be called Mr. You, but of course, he is only a member of the cabinet.
It was Joseph who informed Crixus of this ten days ago, note that it was a notification and not a discussion, but Joseph did not say anything about his dismissal as Director of Radio at that time, and Crixus was unable to change it when it became a foregone conclusion.
Kress found one thing when Ragnar II was in office, the cabinet that he had been begging for was now completely in his hands, but at the same time, Kress also found another thing, his influence began to be limited to the cabinet, and all the officials below, large and small, began to be out of his control, even the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Transport, which he had always valued.
Dumbfounded, looking at Joseph with a smile on his face, Crixus did not understand where to come up with enough wealth to rebuild the city, what was the surprise of the North Side, Crixus felt that he was a blind, deaf, he did not notice many things in the Duchy of Nod.
The North Side has sealed off half a month ago, a matter known to both ordinary citizens and Crixus, and now Crixus regrets why he did not secretly send someone to take a look?
Of course, Kress had arranged for someone to go there, only to be shot down by the Praetorian Guard as soon as he got close. At that time, Crixus was busy with cabinet matters, did not see the report, and thought that the matter was still under investigation, so he was busy and naturally forgot about the matter. At that time, his inner thought was, an eight-year-old child can make what, there is no need to be so concerned.
But now it is this inattentive thing that brought him a strong sense of unease, he had a false sense that Nod after today will happen a radical change.
It was hard to come back to his senses, but suddenly found his subordinates around him one by one frozen in place, what is the situation? He looked at Joseph but found him smiling at the announcer who was continuing the broadcast and listened carefully.
A series of auctions not only let the broadcasting room of the public officials face uncertainty, but is the two thousand citizens of the Nord are also full of suspicion, but suspicion is doubt, their feet still slowly moved towards the northern city district, although most of them cannot auction stores, the low rent apartment deeply attracted them.
"Your Majesty, this is not a joke, once the citizens know that you lied to them, the reputation and influence of the royal family ......"
The only people who could think of the royal family were the old men of the Ragnar family, and of course, Crixus was not happy at this time, after all, he did not believe that Ragnar was joking about such a matter.
Joseph did not answer the new radio director's concerns, and smiled slightly at him and the French officials in the room and said, "Let's go to the North Side!"
Advertisement
Dragon Child of Thunder
In the World of Zenheim on the Continent of Astarte, where Magic and Sorcery run rampant, Home to The Humans, The Dwarves, The Elves, The Beastmen and The Draconions and the many other subspecies. Mankind has been pushed to the brink of extinction many times by the enemy of the world, Raz Seph the conqueror, his twelve Dark Knights and his legions of mindless, violent dark beings called """"Invaders""""
8 176Heroes and Ancients
The arrival of the frog who was also a self-confessed God brought a variety of changes to Earth that affected the lives of every living being on the planet. Everybody felt a significant change on their bodies as if great power can be attainable even for the most ordinary people. Treasures and abilities await the arrival of their rightful owners as the "patch" that the frog brought to this world was installed and everybody has just started the game that will change their lives.
8 180Accidental Time God
In a world of swords and magic, one man strived for the perfect clock: a pocket watch like no other. Supported by intricate gears within the casing and innovative magic formations etched onto the mana core at its center, never would it rust as it ticked along in perfect sync for eternity.But mana is a tricky thing, so incredibly simple yet far more complex than anyone will ever be able to grasp fully. After many years and many owners, powered by a constant flow of raw magic energy, the uncountable memories and emotions directed towards the little watch since it was created with such devotion finally took form. Fragile and naive, a new type of being came into existence in the midst of war. Watch him as he learns about the world, his owners, the effects of time, and, most importantly, himself.
8 178The Little Things...
Set in the fictional universe of Runeterra (League of Legends™), the story follows four stout spirits known amidst circles of sorcerers and sages as Yordles on their journey across the vast and fantastical world they inhabit. From the treacherous waves outside Bilgewater to the parched deserts of Shurima and the peaks of Mount Targon. The party at first seeks monetary gain in the acquisition of noteworthy artifacts desired by their employer and fellow explorer, but soon finds that there is more to be gained in the relationship forged along the way and the experiences found within them. This series is more a conglomerate of short stories than a fully fledged novel with every two or three chapters being confined to its own miniaturized arc before another one starts. There will be updates semi-regularly and apologies in advance for any niggling grammatical errors, I'm not a published author. (This on-going series features a number of characters belonging to myself and others, half of which are talented artists who deserve your support! More information as to who belongs to who and where to find them down below. Thanks to all three of them for allowing me to use their well-crafted creations in my fan-fiction.)Lois (/Lwa/) belongs to (Myself, @ResidentNapper)Mica (/Mykah/) belongs to (@IVoxxious)Enzo (/Nzoh/) belongs to (@LorikoDingus)Chelle (/Shelle/) belongs to (@TE4MOON)
8 188Demon Contractor Unknowingly Becomes Less Of A Jerk
Alright so I guess the basic summary would be. A demon with the ability to make contracts with the gods themselves, after working for his king for several years decides to hunt his original prey, the humans as the war between humans and demons has ended. He goes to the human land aiming to create pure chaos using his abilities but has to stop as he encounters some strange humans. He pauses his journey is joined by a beast man and a little mage to figure what is going on. (Alright dis is a newbies work and all so I just hope that this is good enough)
8 98Madness combat x child!Gender-neutral!reader
Just a bunch of Madness combat head cannons and one shots with you!The reader :)⚠️DO NOT REQUEST A SPECIFIC GENDER OTHER THEN GENDER NEUTRAL OR NON BINARY/AGENDER READERObviously it's going to be platonic:):::::::Angst 🥀💥Fluff🌸☁️Head cannons ✨❤️One shot🔫Crack🍂🍄IDK⁉️I will not do:IncestPedophillia[email protected][email protected]All those basic no no's(necrophilia,yandere, etc etc)
8 212