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Chapter 342: This Is the Emperor’s Responsibility, Not That of Us Common Folk

Charlot was just about to leave his house when he noticed a frail young man waiting outside. The youth seemed uneasy but had a resolute look in his eyes.

It was Yan Melianne, an old acquaintance from Seagull City.

Charlot greeted him with a calm expression. “Yan, what brings you here?” His tone was as neutral as one would use when discussing the weather with an old friend.

Yan Melianne spoke softly. “I’ve joined the army, but we haven’t been issued weapons. You kno...

Chapter 341: The Just Deserts of the Evil God

After Sophia Gallanord departed, Charlot Mecklenburg found it difficult to calm his emotions for a long time. He spent some time alone at the Mecklenburg Manor before heading out at noon to pick up Annie for lunch.

Annie, working in the Central Government Office, particularly in the pivotal Department of Law Enforcement, had access to a wealth of internal information. As they ate, Annie remarked, “The naval battle in the Giant Whale Sea cost us dearly. I’ve heard they’re planning ...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 98

Chapter 98: Do Not Insult the Old and Poor!

Morneau looked at the angry glances of the young ladies around him and awkwardly bowed to Prince Joseph, saying:
“Your Highness, are you not going to dance?”

Joseph replied: “I don’t have time to dance. I have serious matters to discuss with you.”

Morneau glanced again at the lively crowd dancing around him.
“You mean, here? To discuss serious matters?”

Joseph thought to himself, ...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 97

Chapter 97: Enormous Pressure

Di Boer sighed but did not rebut Liao. On the matter of opposing the Supreme Court, their positions were aligned.

However, the situation was stronger than the individual.

He glanced toward the door. The representatives of the Supreme Court were in the room across, shaking their heads as they spoke, "But no one imagined it would turn out like Count Vezinier's case..."

Before he could finish, several key officials a...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 112

Chapter 112: Gallieni’s Money is Hard to Earn

Carter’s aviation club was located in the 10th district.

The Gare de l'Est train station was in this area, and Carter believed that airplanes and trains were both modes of transportation. He thought that setting up the aviation club here might attract more business.

In reality, most people only knew that airplanes existed. Seeing one flying in the sky might make them exclaim in surprise, "Look, there’s a giant kite...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 111

Chapter 111: The Capitalists' Price War

Eric's airplane factory was located in the 20th arrondissement of Paris.

The 20th arrondissement was a poor district. Eric believed placing the airplane factory there would allow him to hire low-cost workers.

However, the reality was: if he couldn’t sell even one airplane, no matter how cheap the workers were, he couldn’t afford to hire them.

When Charles went to the factory to finalize the contract, he brought Djoka...

Chapter 340: The Rose Sets Out

Charlot Mecklenburg merely learned of the news from the newspaper and was already deeply shocked. For the imperial officials, great nobles, and even His Majesty the Emperor who received the news through the war report, their astonishment was at least tenfold greater.

The losses of the Fars Imperial Navy caused heartbreak across all levels of society. These assets, accumulated over a century, were by no means the work of a day or even a year.

At the same time, the empire acted with...

Chapter 339: God of Merriment

• Invent a custom associated with the Serpent of Fate and ensure it spreads widely, establishing a stable source of believers for the Serpent of Fate. Reward: One portion of Fate’s Joy.

• Eliminate several key believers of the evil god—for example, Morgan Aladdin, residing in the Picardy District, a follower of the God of Delight; or Neal, from the Galon District, who is also devoted to the God of Delight. Other followers include T...

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The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 96

Chapter 96: Finding You a Father

After the ruling by the judges of the Royal Court of Justice was announced, a court official stepped forward and presented to the public a decree issued by His Majesty the King—declaring that the Royal Court of Justice would be responsible for judging all cases related to Vezinier.

The crowd immediately erupted in cheers: "Judicial authority! The Royal Court of Justice has judicial authority now!"

"Long live His Ma...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 95

Chapter 95: "Kick Someone When They're Down"

A few judges from the Special Court immediately withdrew to one side, and the Chief Justice of the High Court, Count Vadié, stepped forward, trembling as he repeated the earlier verdict and signed his name, stamping the seal.

Since the Special Court did not have judicial authority, the procedure had to be formally handled by Vadié to meet the legal requirements. Only then could Vezinier be truly convicted. 2025-03-23 20:05:00 +0000 UTC View Post

Chapter 338: The Whisper of Fate

Charlot was startled and asked, “Respected Priest, could you have mistaken me for someone else?”

The young priest smiled and said, “The one who possesses the Whisper of Fate is bound to the Serpent of Fate. How could I mistake you?”

“Besides, even if I made an error, the High Priest would not.”

Charlot was slightly surprised and asked, “The Whisper of Fate?”

The young priest nodded and said, “It’s the golden serpent ring you carry.”

Charlot ...

Chapter 337: The Serpent of Fate's Favored

The temples of the Nine True Gods also managed cemeteries, as this was traditionally a core function of deities.

What surprised Charlot Mecklenburg was that the Bretagne family’s cemetery was located in the Temple of the Serpent of Fate. This temple, situated in the Lukavaro District, boasted a long history, having been built during the Sherlock dynasty and enduring through six epochs to the present.

As the commander of the City Patrol Guards and head of the Administrative Burea...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 110

Chapter 110: The Collision Upstairs and Downstairs

Upstairs was Gallieni's lounge, while downstairs housed the officers' mess hall. Though separated by just a wall, the discussions taking place were on entirely different planes.

Upstairs:
"We're critically short of pilots. This current number is far from meeting our needs. In the foreseeable future, we'll require even more."

Downstairs:
"Do you think the military will take us?...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 109

Chapter 109: Demand Determines the Market

In the operations office, Gallieni signed supply orders rapidly while asking Charles, “So, have you made up your mind?”

“Made up my mind about what?” Charles asked, puzzled. He didn’t recall Gallieni asking him to make any decisions.

After signing a few more documents, Gallieni tossed them aside and strode toward the lounge with a stern expression. Charles wisely followed.

The moment the door closed, Gallieni...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 108

Chapter 108: The Fallen Pilot

The police station was right next to the command center. Charles went downstairs and walked a few steps to reach it.

Charles initially thought he would have to introduce himself—something like, “I am so-and-so, here for such-and-such.” After all, the military and the police were two separate entities, each carrying out its own duties. Even during wartime, though both were under Gallieni's command, their operations were distinct.

B...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 107

Chapter 107: Casting a Long Line to Catch a Big Fish

Early the next morning, Charles, as usual, headed to the City Defense Command under Laurent’s escort.

Unlike normal days, the streets of Paris were lined with crowds of people who had gathered early. At first glance, it looked like a protest or a parade. The police were also on the scene, nervously holding the crowds back to leave the middle of the street clear for vehicles to pass.

As the car carrying Charles a...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 106

Chapter 106: Colonel Estigny

The atmosphere in the living room grew somewhat awkward. Armand, ever perceptive, stepped in to steer the conversation.

“This is no longer something we can change, Francis!” Armand seemed to defend Grevy. “We all know that perhaps it could have been altered before the conscription orders were issued, but once the orders are out, it’s an announcement to everyone that he will become a soldier. If we try to intervene…”

Armand ge...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 105

Chapter 105: Grevy's Surprise

The Chamber of Deputies in the Palais Bourbon was perpetually noisy, with spittle and scraps of paper occasionally flying through the air.

Republicans took turns delivering impassioned speeches from the rostrum, staunchly supporting Joffre’s continued role as Commander-in-Chief of the French Army without holding him accountable for any failures. Even though Joffre’s so-called “Plan XVII” had been discredited by the immense casualties ...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 104

Chapter 104: The Belated Draft Order

Francis only learned of Charles's return near noon from the butler. This news coincided with his recent significant reductions in workforce and production—he had dismissed most of his workers, many of whom left without being paid. As a result, Francis had become the enemy of the working class.

“How did he come back?” In his second-floor bedroom, Francis, dressed in his favorite pajamas, sat in his rocking chair, puffing silently ...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 103

Chapter 103: The Purpose of the Tractor

However, when Camille and Djoka tried to put their plan into action, they realized it was not so simple.

Djoka held the phone and said, “Please connect me to the City Defense Command. We’d like to speak with General Gallieni!”

On the other end, the operator’s sweet and professional voice replied, “I’m sorry, you don’t have the clearance!”

“I’m Charles’ father. He works there!” Djoka persisted, “...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 102

Chapter 102: The Ingenuity of Le Petit Journal

After dropping Charles off at home, Laurent drove back to the factory alone, pondering whether to reinforce the defenses near Charles’ house.

Additionally, it was time to expel those anti-capitalist troublemakers from the guard battalion!

If Colonel Durand could be manipulated by capitalists into persecuting Charles, then these elements in the guard battalion could undoubtedly become "instabilities."

Since the g...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 101

Chapter 101: I Am Telling the Truth

It was a sunny day. The morning sun rose faintly from behind a narrow band of clouds, casting bright yet gentle rays that bathed the town of Davaus in a light rose-colored dawn.

Laurent steadily drove the car into the small town. Sitting in the vehicle, Charles gazed at the familiar streets and waved to the neighbors greeting him. A sense of warmth welled up in his heart.

Simple, friendly, peaceful, harmonious...

Charles had...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 100

Chapter 100: Dismissed by God

Two rows of torches stood neatly along both sides of the runway, like a double line of sentinels, marking the plane’s position and direction.

Before long, the faint rumble of an engine came from the sky, growing louder and closer.

Gallieni looked up into the pitch-black sky, instinctively taking two steps forward, only to be stopped by a guard: “General, it’s too dangerous to get that close!”

Gallieni grun...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 99

Chapter 99: The Flying Club

Paris, Carter Flying Club.

In the cluttered office, smoke swirled amidst the gentle, soulful notes of jazz music. Carter, a man with a full beard, sat with half a cigarette between his fingers. The pungent smoke from the Gipsy cigarette rose in spirals, the dark tobacco burning steadily. A long trail of ash clung precariously to the tip.

But Carter’s focus was entirely on the paper and pen in his right hand as he perfor...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 98

Chapter 98: A Different Kind of "Protection"

Charles didn’t sense anything unusual; he only noticed that the number of guards outside the airport had doubled or even tripled.

This seemed normal enough. Once people learned that Charles was directing operations at the airport, they flooded toward it like a tide. Crowds encircled the area layer upon layer, leaving not even a single gap. The runways meant for takeoff were even packed with people.

At t...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 97

Chapter 97: The Guessed Plan

Apologies, there will only be two updates tonight. An old university friend, who was a former roommate and whom I haven’t seen in years, made a long trip to visit. I turned him away last time, and this time, I simply couldn’t refuse.

Tomorrow, updates will return to three chapters!

...

The battlefield fell into a lull after "Big Bertha" was destroyed.

This time, the "lull" was a true calm. German morale h...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 96

Chapter 96: Knowing When to Quit

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

...

Rockets exploded one after another near "Big Bertha."

From the outside, it was impossible to tell whether they had hit their mark. All that could be seen was "Big Bertha" engulfed in flames and smoke. Several artillerymen were either killed or injured by the blasts, while others caught fire, flailing and screaming in agony as they burned.

Through Charles' binoculars, he couldn't se...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 95

Chapter 95: Once Again, Charles Has Fooled Me

Within the city of Antwerp, hundreds of thousands of citizens witnessed the entire battle unfold.

They had thought that this time, Antwerp was doomed. Many even clutched their children, weeping softly, or trembling as they pondered where to hide their children—or whether surrendering might be the only way to save their lives.

However...

Before they could come to a decision, the monstrous object t...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 94

Chapter 94: The "Hot Air Balloon"

The appearance of the Zeppelin disrupted Charles’ plans.

Initially, he intended to attract the attention of German aircraft by destroying reconnaissance balloons:
Destroying one reconnaissance balloon would draw the Germans’ biplanes. When these planes rushed toward another balloon, everyone—including the German pilots—would believe the biplanes were targeting the balloons. The Germans would then cluster around...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 93

Chapter 93: It Must Be Charles

King Albert I was not mistaken; the airship's target was indeed the water supply system behind Fort Wavre.

This was mainly because General von Beseler could no longer wait—or rather, he had been forced to lose his patience by Charles!

“It must be Charles; it must be him!”

After two "Big Bertha" cannons were destroyed, General von Beseler limped back to headquarters, covered in dirt and dust.

He had fa...