Chapter 177 A Strange Alliance
The rain stopped in the early morning and the sun even came out.
Oss Park after the rain is like a fairyland. The whole world is filled with a fresh air. Mist is lingering among the trees in the valley. There are trickling mountain springs beside you and green grass under your feet.
At first Armand wondered why Grevi brought him here, but he understood when they walked up the grass slope and overlooked the town of Darwaz and the industrial area below.
This is a good observation point. With just a pair of binoculars, you can see everything going on at the Shire Tractor Factory.
But this time, Grevi unexpectedly stared at the Francis Tractor Factory.
Following Grevy's gaze, Armand said, "Oh!" "Schneider has moved into the Francis Tractor Factory!"
Grevi said "hmm", which could be seen from the fact that the railway had built a branch line into the Francis Tractor Factory.
The Francis Tractor, which had been deserted, has entered the production process again, with cars coming in and out, creating a bustling scene.
However, they did not produce the outdated "Holt 60", but the "Holt 120" which was more advanced than the Charles.
Anyone with a discerning eye could see that Schneider did not choose to reopen a factory but instead upgraded the already discredited Francis Tractor Factory in order to suppress the Shire Tractor Factory.
"Charles must be feeling the pressure!" Armand smiled softly.
Schneider had plenty of money, but Shire did not.
Schneider did this in the hope of using his own advantages to compress Charles' space as much as possible. Even if he spent 10 francs more and made Charles earn 1 franc less, it was worth it for Schneider.
Grevi shook his head slightly and said, "Not necessarily!"
Armand looked at Grevi in confusion: "I heard that Schneider's 'Holt 120' is only 1,200 francs, which is the same price as Charles' 'Holt 75'. Is there anyone willing to buy the 'Holt 75'?"
You can buy a better and more advanced tractor for the same money, so why not?
Some of them may admire Charles. In the morning, they would surround Charles on the streets of Paris or squeeze in the crowd to give Charles flowers and express their gratitude, but in the evening they would place an order to buy "Holt 120".
"I heard that Charles is working on improving the Holt 75." Grevy said, "The Holt 120 is not much different from the Holt 75. With Charles's ability, it won't be difficult to surpass the Holt 120."
Armand was noncommittal: "Schneider isn't bad either."
Did Greve think too highly of Charles? Charles might be talented in invention and military affairs, but the tractor tests one's technical foundation.
Otherwise, Charles would not have needed to purchase the "Holt 75" production line!
"But this has nothing to do with us!" Armand glanced at the two factories in the distance: "This is what you want to see, to lead Schneider to Shire."
"That's not enough, Armand!" Grevi replied thoughtfully: "Far from enough!"
Armand looked at Grevi in shock: "Don't you think Schneider is not strong enough to deal with Charles?"
Grevi did not answer directly. He picked up his cane, turned around and walked towards the carriage, saying, "If Schneider could deal with Charles, Francis would not have contacted us!"
Armand was confused. What was the connection between the two?
He followed Grevi back to the carriage with doubts. When he sat down, he carefully pondered the words just now and suddenly understood:
Francis is a businessman who only cares about profits and has now thrown himself into Schneider's arms.
If Schneider believed that he could deal with Charles, he could have kicked Francis out and would not have allowed him to continue managing the Francis Tractor Factory.
But if Schneider does not have this confidence, he will hope that Francis will continue to maintain relations with the right wing. In this way, Schneider can form some kind of alliance with the right wing through Francis.
Thinking of this, Armand suddenly realized that this was what Grevi wanted. Francis was not worth mentioning. What he wanted was to join forces with Schneider.
A sense of absurdity arose in Armand's heart. The right wing representing the traditional aristocracy actually formed an alliance with the big capitalists. How unpredictable the world is!
Charles, is he really that powerful?
Can he force the two top powers in France to unite?
Moreover, these two forces are in fundamental contradiction and as incompatible as fire and water!
Soon, Armand knew the answer.
As soon as the carriage returned to Blyde Manor, the butler came forward and reported: "Sir, Francis called and he hopes to meet with you and Mr. Grevy in the afternoon!"
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Charles, who was having breakfast at home, also felt this subtle change.
By some coincidence, Francis, an insignificant person, actually brought together Schneider and the entire right wing, who seemed to be impossible to unite.
Grevy believed that Charles was a more threatening opponent than Schneider, and he planned to use Schneider to kick Charles out.
Or instead of kicking out, Grevi still held out hope, he hoped to force Charles to the right wing in this way.
At that time, the ideal society in Grevy's mind will appear: a France with agriculture as the main body and industry as the supplement. Grevy will be responsible for managing agriculture, and Charles will of course be the one who manages and develops industry.
As for Schneider, it simply did not want Charles to threaten its arms industry, especially the artillery field.
If they join forces, they will instantly gain an overwhelming advantage in the parliament, and even an alliance between Charles and Steed will be of no avail.
It is obvious that any matter that needs to be resolved through Parliament in the future will inevitably be troublesome.
"What are you thinking about?" Djokovic ate faster today and stood up to help Camille clear the plates.
"Nothing, father!" replied Charles casually.
Charles didn't plan to talk about becoming an enemy with Schneider at home so as not to worry Camille.
"Colonel Estiny came last night," Deyoka said. "He knows you're on leave today, and he said he wants to discuss some issues with you. He lives in the factory."
Colonel Estiny now has two identities. One is as an artillery colonel commanding and training tank troops, and the other is the chief designer of the Charles tractor research and development department.
This seems to be suitable for his development. While studying tactics, he can think about the direction in which tanks should develop.
"Okay, father!" Charles took a few sips of milk and wanted to finish his breakfast, but found Camille watching him.
Charles had no choice but to pick up the cup and drink the milk, even though he was already a little full.
Deyoka looked at Charles with a pitiful look, and after Charles finished drinking, he added: "Matthew also wants to talk to you, he seems to have some new ideas!"
Charles said "hmm", with some relief in his eyes. This guy has finally settled down!
(End of this chapter)
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