Chapter 2111: The Future Development Plan of the Kingdom of Aalburg
The negotiations between the representatives of the Wind Chime and the Aalborg royal family went relatively smoothly.
Several key themes were established.
First, regarding Fengling's proposal to control the diplomatic and military power of the Kingdom of Aalborg.
They had no objection to either of these points.
After all, what diplomatic and military power can a weak country with little military strength talk about?
Since it never existed to begin with, there's nothing to worry about even if you let go.
Furthermore, the Kingdom of Aalborg is forbidden from doing anything that would harm their power, and must unconditionally support them as long as it does not harm the very existence of the Kingdom of Aalborg itself.
After discussing the details briefly, the matter was basically settled.
With these major frameworks finalized, the smaller frameworks became much simpler, and these were precisely what the Kingdom of Aalborg was most interested in.
The first step is the transfer of weapon-related technologies.
The first batch of technologies taught focused on light weapons, but also included some vehicle manufacturing techniques.
But they still control the core technologies.
Furthermore, these items are free of charge if used by the Kingdom of Aalborg itself.
However, if it is for external sales.
They will then receive 50% of the profits.
The second batch of technology transfers involved heavy weapons, such as rocket launchers, rocket artillery, heavy artillery, infantry fighting vehicles, tanks, and even warships.
The time frame for technology transfer for this type of weapon is relatively long, depending on the actual situation.
Then, regarding the core technology, they also maintain a certain level of secrecy.
However, it will meet the needs of the Kingdom of Aalborg.
While they provide these technologies.
The Kingdom of Aalborg needs to provide all of their light industrial plants, as well as a portion of their heavy industrial plants, for production purposes.
They also need to use their existing trade networks to procure large quantities of raw materials for these production needs.
Furthermore, these trade networks and raw material supplies also need to meet the needs of the forces behind Wind Chime.
Basically, both sides finalized these cooperation agreements.
It didn't even take a few days.
Most of the negotiations were completed on the first day, and a final agreement was reached on the second day.
"I didn't expect our cooperation to go so smoothly." The Third Prince shook hands with Feng Ling excitedly.
"XF-17?"
Is this the true nature of the forces behind you?
"I don't think I've ever heard of this name on the Western Continent." The eldest princess looked at the name signed on the agreement with some curiosity.
"We are a country in the middle of the ocean."
We hoped to gain a wider space for development, so we came to the Western Continent.
The quickest and easiest way to gain a foothold on a continent is naturally to find a local agent.
"And after careful selection, the Kingdom of Aalborg is the most suitable one," Wind Chime explained.
"And it's also the easiest to control, isn't it?" the Second Prince said bluntly.
Fengling didn't try to hide her thoughts at all; she nodded and said, "That's right."
This is also a crucial possibility.
Everyone knows that when looking for a collaborator, you shouldn't look for one whose size far exceeds your own.
Otherwise, you might become food for the other party.
As for us, the Falcon Dragon, and as for your Kingdom of Aalborg...
Undoubtedly, we are the most suitable partners for both parties.
We can create a win-win situation on this continent.
Upon hearing this...
The second prince and the others did not show any aversion.
On the contrary, I like this frankness; they are all businessmen, not the kind of simple people.
They are well aware of the unspoken rules of cooperation.
Everyone is pursuing their own maximum benefit and will not do a losing business.
"Then let's work together on this."
"When will these initial steps be completed?" the eldest princess asked directly.
After thinking for a moment, Fengling replied, "First of all, it's about the technology."
We will arrange for technicians to come over within three days.
Our technical staff are our most valuable asset.
Therefore, I hope their safety and well-being can be guaranteed while they are within the Kingdom of Aalborg.
“I can guarantee that.”
"I can mobilize my personal guards to ensure their safety," the Third Prince said apologetically, with great conviction.
Fengling continued, "Our idea is to first renovate your existing light industrial plants."
At that time, our staff will select light industrial plants that are relatively easy to renovate.
You are responsible for coordinating the work.
If all goes well, we will select five factories in the first batch.
After making your selection.
We will upgrade these five factories within a month to enable them to produce weapons such as firearms, rocket launchers, infantry fighting vehicles, and tanks.
With sufficient raw materials, we can build you an elite army of around 100,000 within three months.
By the way, you'll need to arrange the army soldiers yourself, but we can send someone to train them.
Three months, around 100,000 elite troops.
Upon hearing this number, their eyes lit up.
However, the eldest princess remained relatively calm and did not let these things cloud her judgment.
She calmly said, "Please draft a proposal in advance for any raw materials or other assistance you may need."
So that I can make arrangements in advance.
"That's no problem. I can arrange for someone to draft the necessary plan when I get back to the ship."
In addition, regarding the navy...
We observed it for a while.
Your Kingdom of Aalborg has its own port, and you also have your own shipyards for shipping and trade.
However, the shipyard is not large enough to build large warships.
In pursuit of quantity and efficiency.
We may make some modifications to these shipyards.
It will then be used for more efficient production of cargo ships, as well as small and medium-sized destroyers and frigates.
If you insist on large battleships and cruisers.
To be honest, this place isn't suitable for building.
But we can manufacture it for you from our other ports and then deliver it to you.
"All you need to do is provide the necessary raw materials," Wind Chime said.
The third prince pondered and said, "As for the current inland waterways..."
Frigates and destroyers will suffice.
"Let's think about it this way."
We can build you a naval fleet of thirty ships, consisting of destroyers and frigates, within a year.
In addition, there's the army that's been built up over this period.
Your Kingdom of Aalborg will surpass the Kingdom of Baljik to become the strongest military power in this region.
At that time, you can take advantage of the chaos in this area.
They launched wars of annexation against other countries, thus formally stepping onto the historical stage.
They seized control of several surrounding kingdoms in one fell swoop.
Within the next year and a half, the territory of the Kingdom of Aalborg will expand several dozen times.
It occupies at least one-tenth of the territory of the entire western continent.
Look.
Are you satisfied with this arrangement?
The blueprint described by the wind chimes ignited the passion of these members of the Royal Family of Aalborg.
The fact that their Kingdom of Aalborg could survive and thrive in such harsh conditions is enough to show that they all longed for their Kingdom of Aalborg to grow strong and powerful.
And now, such a bright future is laid out before them.
How could they not be excited?
"I wish us a pleasant cooperation." Several members of the Aalborg royal family shook hands with Fengling in turn.
After that, the cooperation began in full swing.
These five princesses of the Kingdom of Aalborg became known as the Five Sages of the Kingdom of Aalborg in later generations.
The eldest princess is mainly responsible for coordinating this aspect, after all, she is now the theoretical heir, and her power is the greatest among those present.
The second princess was in charge of site management, including the docks and factories that needed to be modified.
Under what pretext, and in what way, without alerting surrounding forces, can they be quietly upgraded and transformed?
It's important to understand that once these industries are affected, the production of those products will inevitably be impacted. A sharp decrease in production will naturally arouse suspicion from those who were originally partners.
Therefore, there must be a suitable reason.
"This factory... announced that all its equipment was to be upgraded, and that we had purchased advanced production lines from abroad."
The production of related products will decrease within the next three years.
Anyway, we originally planned to upgrade the production line for this product within the next five years.
That makes perfect sense.
"As for this factory, let's just say it's because its original profits were not good."
We're demolishing it now; we're going to build a new...car factory here.
We are going to produce a large number of cars.
Is that reasonable? After all, tanks and infantry fighting vehicles are also a type of automobile, aren't they?
"This shipyard is advertised as being upgraded and renovated to build larger merchant ships."
The second prince finalized each plan one by one.
They were actually quite used to this kind of deception.
In the business world, they've done plenty of things like this to compete for orders and market share.
The Fifth Princess is responsible for the placement of personnel provided by the future Xiaolong, as well as the recruitment of necessary personnel.
For example, she will be responsible for recruiting the 100,000 troops needed for the army's construction in the next three months.
This is not just a simple matter of recruitment.
Such a large scale requires an excuse.
"Excuse?
One is definitely not enough; you need several.
Firstly, we have some farms, fishing grounds, mining operations overseas, and we need to transport a group of people.
At that time, we can secretly hide these people somewhere for training.
I heard that JF-17 can also provide training facilities, but we would have to bear the cost, which is acceptable.
Secondly, there was a shortage of personnel.
We have a group of criminals we can use, as long as they are willing to serve us and their crimes are not heinous.
We can send them to receive training and serve a certain number of years. Not only can they be exempted from their original crimes, but we can also provide them with some good protection.
Wealth, status, identity—anything goes.
..."The Fifth Princess talked on and on about various methods, as if she could handle any number of people, even more than 100,000.
The last one, the seventh prince, was the youngest among them.
However, the work he was responsible for was anything but easy.
Because he is responsible for the supply of all the necessary raw materials.
It is not only necessary to ensure supply, but also to ensure secrecy.
We must not allow outsiders to have any doubts because of the procurement of these raw materials.
Therefore, it can be said that the Seventh Prince had the most difficult job.
As for the third prince who brought all of this to fruition.
He will serve as the Crown Prince's assistant, helping her with some tasks.
And he was mainly responsible for negotiations and communication with the JF-17 team.
The Third Prince's job seems quite easy.
However, he also saw through the trick.
He looked at the eldest princess with a wry smile: "Eldest sister, you didn't need to assign me this kind of work."
You can also take charge of the negotiations with the JF-17.
I really have no idea about the position of heir.
Please let me go!
The eldest princess looked at the third prince with a half-smile: "Once this series of plans is completed, you will be a great contributor to our Kingdom of Aalborg."
No, no, no, no!
Don't give me this kind of treatment.
"When that time comes, I'll run away from home." The third prince was both amused and exasperated.
He genuinely had no interest in the position of heir.
But judging from his sister's arrangement, it was clear that she wanted him to familiarize himself with this part of the work first.
In the future, they might actually dump these jobs on me.
The Third Prince felt a headache coming on just thinking about all this.
This further solidified his idea that once he had accomplished these things, he would leave the Kingdom of Aalborg and travel the world.
right!
That's it!
after.
The Kingdom of Aalborg's attitude towards foreign affairs was somewhat ambiguous, regarding the threat posed by the Kingdom of Gebuchi and the attempts to win over the Kingdom of Baljik.
The Kingdom of Aalborg claims to be a neutral country and will not provide direct military assistance to any nation.
Such an attitude naturally displeased the Kingdom of Gebuchi and the Kingdom of Baljik.
But there's nothing we can do about it in the short term.
Although the Kingdom of Aalborg itself is not strong, its trade networks and connections are something they desire.
If you push too hard and cause the other side to side with their enemy, then you will suffer a greater loss than you gain.
After we've dealt with our opponents, we'll figure out how to deal with this damned little country.
Both sides held this view.
This also allowed the Kingdom of Aalborg an initial period of development.
Neither of these kingdoms could have imagined this.
In their eyes, the Kingdom of Aalborg should have been a plate of meat on their table.
Soon I will become the host at this table.
And they will become a dish for the Kingdom of Aalborg.
Even if you told this to the rulers of the two kingdoms now, they wouldn't believe you.
They might joke that it was just a kid's joke.
They might believe some of the claims if they were told about threats from other kingdoms.
But can a kingdom like Aalborg really turn the world upside down?
They rely on the money in their hands.