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The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 44

Chapter 44: The Powerful Shareholders' Group

Joseph noticed the crowd's attention focusing on him and continued:

“The total share capital of the bank is ten million shares, each priced at one livre. For now, it will not be open to public sale.”

Count Morneau nodded with a smile and said,
“Since Your Highness has invited us, of course, we’re willing to invest. But may I ask, what is the total investment for this bank?”

“Approxima...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 43

Chapter 43: Money Power

In truth, Joseph had long planned to establish a bank.

To reform a nation’s finances, a bank is an indispensable tool. Especially after the decline of the Royal Bank, France no longer had even a symbolic “central bank,” and the government’s control over financial matters was nearly nonexistent.

Moreover, the Industrial Revolution was on the brink of a breakthrough. This period required massive financial support to ens...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 74

Chapter 74: Secret Mission

It was a cloudy day in Paris. The city, always shrouded in mist, seemed even darker without the sun, giving the illusion of imminent rain and an inexplicable sense of oppression.

This day, the Paris Defense Command was unusually busy.

Ordinarily, the front-line battles no longer concerned the Paris Defense Command. The warfront had moved far from Paris, and with the city no longer in danger, there was little need for its defense.

How...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 73

Chapter 73: Why the Rigid Suspension of the "Mark I" Could Not Accommodate Artillery

In the last chapter, I wrote about why the "Mark I" tank did not utilize artillery, which raised questions from many readers. Allow me to provide an explanation.

Before discussing tank-mounted artillery, let’s use machine guns for comparison:
When a machine gun is mounted on a bipod and placed on flat ground, the gunner can aim freely in all directions, sweeping targets vertically an...

Chapter 286: The Rebellion of Saint Michael City

Saint Michael Island falling into Menielman Soumet’s hands would mean Charlot Mecklenburg would gain a little. If it fell into Count Lamorak's hands, Ban Lamorak would certainly take a sizable portion. As for Charlot…

Well, he might just end up with an empty city.

In any case, Charlot Mecklenburg would undoubtedly devour all the wealth the Golden Rams Fleet had accumulated over the years, not leaving behind even a drachma or centime for outsiders. Judging by himself, Charlot b...

Chapter 285: The Gunslinger’s Second Appearance

Due to a previous incident where an entire set of tableware was smashed, Miss Annie Bretagne refrained from another tantrum. Instead, she generously hired the same writer who had created the side stories to make a second appearance, adding a new plotline to The Chronicles of Charlot.

In this newly added segment, Charlot Mecklenburg courageously dueled the youngest lion of Britain for Miss Annie Bretagne. After emerging victorious, he presented the spoils of his triumph to Miss ...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 42

Chapter 42: The Loan Crisis

“You will not regret your decision today,” said Brent with an exaggerated tip of his hat, his tone rich with persuasion. “Viscount Baudouin, congratulations on becoming a member of Paris Angel Trading Company!”

Count Albrau had not expected such decisiveness from the young viscount, but he reacted swiftly and declared, “I have also decided to invest in one of the franchise stores.”

“Oh, excellent, Count! You...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 41

Chapter 41: Absolute Monopoly

Brent’s heart stirred as images of noblewomen and young ladies purchasing cosmetics and then casually adding a hat or a pair of shoes to their carts flashed through his mind. He couldn’t help but admire the Crown Prince’s remarkable business acumen.

Beside him, an elderly man wearing glasses suggested, “Your Highness, nearly half of yesterday’s customers were noble ladies from the Palace of Versailles. Should we con...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 72

Chapter 72: The Mark I Tank

The historical "Mark I" tank was divided into "male" and "female" variants.

The "male" variant was equipped with two 57mm cannons (one protruding from a gun sponson on each side) and four Hotchkiss light machine guns.

The "female" variant, on the other hand, was armed with six Vickers machine guns.

This configuration required a crew of eight to operate: a driver, a commander, and six gunners—or alternatively, two gunners and four ...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 71

Chapter 71: The Development of the Motorcycle Factory

Charles first made a visit to the motorcycle factory, even though he knew that Djoka wasn’t there.

The motorcycle factory had become one of Charles’ major sources of income, generating approximately 20,000 francs in monthly profit. This was no small fortune, especially considering that a worker’s monthly salary was only 28 francs.

While the factory operated steadily, Charles understood that neglecting it en...

Chapter 284: Mr. Roger Otaree Rivers Changes His Name to Guillaume

Charlot was certain—Ban Lamorak was the kind of Englima native who had no tacit understanding with pirates.

Thus, he spoke plainly, “We’re going to eliminate the Golden Rams Fleet of Saint Michael Island.”

“However, this is a military secret. You can’t tell anyone.”

Ban Lamorak was ecstatic and exclaimed, “As a man of honor, I shall achieve glory today! Mr. Mecklenburg, rest assured, I, Ban Lamorak, will spare no effort!”

Charlot honestly had no idea ...

Chapter 283: Princess May's New Ride

Charlot woke up in the morning at his residence on 698 South Riverside Street, Seventais. The place had already been cleaned, and new furniture had been moved in. Looking out over the Seventais River, he saw an incredibly peculiar "big ship."

It was none other than the Queen Bee.

The Queen Bee was docked quietly, but its mere presence exerted immense pressure on all the other ships along the river. This was an ancient magical warship, one that even the Ingrima Empire's alchemical ...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 40

Chapter 40: Hunger Marketing and Low Margins

The long-legged girl waited for Joseph's carriage to disappear into the distance before slipping into the alley leading to the back door of the Paris Angel Company. After ensuring there was no one around, she crouched by the keyhole and peered inside. There, an elderly doorman sat in the entryway, listlessly staring at the main door.

After observing the structure of the house, she bit her red lips lightly, move...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 39

Chapter 39: The Crown Prince's Blessing

The Angel Water was initially popular only within the Palace of Versailles. However, after some time and the enthusiastic recommendations of noblewomen and young ladies, its miraculous effects had spread throughout Paris.

Now, among the noblewomen of Paris, none were unaware of this extraordinary cosmetic.

Claims such as "clearing acne in two days," "smoother skin in five days," and "fading spots in a week" we...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 70

Chapter 70: Uncle’s Conspiracy

When he returned home, Charles found Camille full of questions. She grabbed him and bombarded him with inquiries: How was the army? How was the food? How were the living conditions?

It felt as though Charles had been away for two years instead of two days. Camille, who had never shown interest in the military, was now curiously asking about its daily routines.

More frustratingly, she still refused to let Charles go out alone.

�...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 69

Chapter 69: The Uniform Effect

Charles returned to the small town on the morning of the third day.

This was a decision made by Gallieni on behalf of the Chamber of Deputies: "Provide Charles with a relatively relaxed environment to ensure he has the time and resources to continue inventing new equipment."

Charles worked on a two-days-on, one-day-off schedule, spending two days with the military and returning home on the third day.

It was likely that Charles wa...

Chapter 282: Saint Michael Island's Blessing

Princess May seemed to feel her earlier explanation was insufficient. After a while, she added, "Without the golden ring, you can only temporarily house the Queen Bee. Even if you want to sever ties with the Fars Empire, mastering the Queen Bee alone won’t allow you to dominate the Seven Seas."

Charlot sighed and asked, "Is this crystal vial truly the container for the Queen Bee?"

Princess May retorted, "Haven’t you already obtained it?"

Charlot gave a sheepish smile. "I...

Chapter 281: Princess May’s “New Carriage”

Charlot Mecklenburg held the position of a Level 25 Assistant Clerk in Fars and a Level 24 First-Class Civil Servant in the Ingrima Empire, while also serving as the Archivist of the Red Dragon Palace.

In the Ingrima Empire, Charlot had surpassed the insurmountable Unreachable Class, and back in his homeland, his life was even more comfortable and well-connected.

As for High Priest Auguslatin, he was still in Britain.

When Charlot arrived in Britain, he immediately went to v...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 38

Chapter 38: William II's Decision

The Duke of Brunswick immediately ordered the main Prussian forces to hold their positions defensively. He tasked Blücher with quickly assessing the enemy's situation without launching a reckless attack. Meanwhile, he dispatched three infantry regiments and one cavalry regiment to establish a 20-kilometer defensive line from Amstelveen to Utrecht to secure logistics.

Before noon, bad news arrived—Blücher's corps had e...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 37

Chapter 37: The War in Holland

Five kilometers south of Amsterdam.

Outside the brightly lit Prussian military camp, André was directing soldiers to unload two small cannons from the backs of their horses.

Given that this was a light cavalry raid, heavy cannons were impractical. André had brought only a pair of lightweight one-pounder cannons, each weighing less than 200 pounds and easily transportable on a single horse.

He hadn’t even both...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 68

Chapter 68: Charles Is More Useful Than Gallieni

As the sky dimmed into dusk, Major Browning led his troops back to camp amidst the cheers of the 5th Army soldiers.

This marked the fifth harassment operation he had led his men in. Although the results were negligible, safety was the primary goal.

Browning appreciated this tactic, not just because it was Charles' idea, but also because it prioritized safety.

“No one dislikes safety!” Browning joked with his...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 67

Chapter 67: Special Operations

Charles adjusted his military cap, which was as stiff as dry bread. It was clearly uncomfortable for combat and offered no protection.

But to Charles, this was an opportunity. He immediately thought of supplying the French army with helmets.

Helmets may be small, but during the Great War, approximately 8.5 million men were conscripted into the French army. If each soldier required one, the profit might rival that of selling motorcycles...

Chapter 280: The Pure Malice of the "Hive"

A blazing hand appeared in front of Charlot Mecklenburg, catching the thrusting rapier projected by the Mirror Spirit.

Simultaneously, a flaming hand appeared before the Mirror Spirit as well, but despair was evident in its gaze.

Charlot’s Blood Rose was a transcendent weapon, while the rapier thrown by the Mirror Spirit was merely a common mirror projection.

Charlot’s Flame Dragon’s Hand was a secret art of the Adonis Clan, while the Mirror Spirit’s flaming hand was...

Chapter 279: Infinite Mirror World 2

If it were just an ordinary mirror, it wouldn’t matter.
Occasionally, members of the Van Gogh Clan would accidentally break a mirror, and the shattered fragments would give birth to dozens, even hundreds, of Mirror Spirits.

Mirror Spirits could only exist within the Mirror World.

Only by killing the original owner could a Mirror Spirit replace them, leave the Mirror World, and become a dangerous anomaly.

As long as one avoided entering the Mirror World and destroyed the...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 36

Chapter 36: Blood and Courage

“Six hundred and fifty men?” Volst immediately protested. “That’s my entire cavalry! You don’t have the authority to deploy them…”

Captain Dubois interrupted him with a faint smile. “Give me your cavalry, or face the Prussians alone.”

“No, don’t…” The commander of the Dutch forces waved his hand dejectedly. “The cavalry is yours to command. At a time like this, we cannot afford internal confl...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 35

Chapter 35: Beneath the City of Amsterdam

In the middle of the Champs-Élysées, just 600 meters from the Tuileries Palace, one could gaze southward and see the Louvre.

Before Joseph stood a jewelry store with a storefront spanning over twenty meters. The sign of "Nagelt Jewelry" still hung, though the door was ajar.

According to the information Eymond had gathered, the store's owner had married a Spaniard and was planning to sell the property and m...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 66

Chapter 66: Charles' Work

Charles' job was to report directly to General Gallieni, delivering the latest intelligence into Gallieni’s hands.

At first glance, it seemed like a simple job—just passing along information—but there was much more to it than met the eye.

“You must have a considerable understanding of the battlefield!” Fernand slammed a thick stack of maps on the desk, followed by a pile of documents that reached waist-high, as he addressed Charle...

I Became a Tycoon During World War I - Chapter 65

Chapter 65: The Cunning Little Fellow

Charles was assigned a private dormitory. Although it was small, only seven square meters, and simply furnished with just a bed, a desk and chair, and a small bookshelf, it was a privilege reserved for colonels. Majors and officers of lower rank had to share dormitories with two or even four people, cramped spaces outfitted with bunk beds.

Charles had been granted the rank of second lieutenant—a standard rank for officers graduating...

Chapter 278: The Treasure and the Queen Bee

Charlot had spent far too much time in the Infinite Mirror World, and his infiltration of the Queen Bee—where he had killed several individuals—was finally exposed.

He quickly turned his head away, not daring to linger. Golden Ram Herolf, after all, was a Saint Rank powerhouse who might sense something unusual.

Though it was only a fleeting moment, Golden Ram Herolf glanced at the porthole. However, he did not suspect anything. The Queen Bee was no ordin...

Chapter 277: Welcome Aboard the Queen Bee

The Mirror Spirit stood atop the surging waves of the ocean, like a regal prince of the sea. It even performed a formal imperial bow and smiled warmly, saying, “Welcome aboard the Queen Bee!”

Charlot Mecklenburg couldn’t help but reply, “Since when did you get smarter?”

The Mirror Spirit offered a graceful smile. “It’s because your strength has grown.”

Charlot glanced around at the vast, tumultuous ocean. Suddenly, a realization dawned on him. The mirror in t...