Chapter 40 Dae Young Bullies People
Sheffield wanted the German patent more than the French patent. This was not to say that the French inventions were not good enough, after all, the film patents and tape patents were very valuable. But he thought more of bikinis, miniskirts, perfumes, and suitcases.
The French innovation reached its peak in clothing. What Sheffield needed was automobile patents, refrigerators, phonographs and even many areas of biochemical engineering. In the world of 1895, Germany was undoubtedly the leader.
"I heard that Mr. William Conrad discovered a new type of ray, named Roentgen ray, which is another pioneer of world civilization. Even on the farm at home, I can feel that Europe is indeed the center of the world. The United States is too far away from these civilizations. It's really too far away." Sheffield said sincerely, "And now the center of Europe, as far as I am concerned, has shifted from Britain to Germany. The country leading the world's progress is naturally the Germans."
To be fair, on paper, William II's German Empire had already formed an overwhelming advantage over the French. If there hadn't been a French girl by his side, Sheffield would have exploded with his German spirit and flattered with a fanatical mentality. However, since there was a French girl by his side, he was able to restrain himself this time.
If Germany had prepared longer before World War I and not rushed into the battlefield, it would not have been able to single-handedly defeat the Allied Powers. It would have been easy to make the Allied Powers pay a heavier price.
Sheffield hoped to get support and help from German chemical companies, so that he could ensure defeat of his opponents after returning. However, Friedrich Bayer seemed unmoved and asked in return, "The industrial scale of the United States is already so strong, does it still need the help of German companies?"
Apparently Friedrich Bayer felt that these American upstarts were merely coming to take advantage.
"To be fair, many factories can imitate European technology without scruples in the United States. If this happens, Germany, France, or Britain can't do anything to us. However, the Sheffield family started a little slower than the northern companies in the industrial field. If they want to catch up with their competitors, they must introduce the most advanced technology. I personally think that this will be of great benefit to German companies." Sheffield stirred the coffee prepared by the other party with a spoon and shook his head slightly. "To be honest, it tastes bad. It's still a little difficult to drink good coffee in Germany. In fact, I can give some to you, sir. In short, we can cooperate, and I will pay a patent fee that everyone can accept. This will benefit both Germany and the United States."
Sheffield did not want the United States to stand on Germany's side in World War I. First of all, this was incredibly difficult. Second, even if it could be done, it could not be done because the Allied Powers were too numerous and powerful. If the United States was tied to Germany, it would probably be retaliated by the Allied Powers.
However, from a personal standpoint, Sheffield could get closer to the loser, and this had nothing to do with the United States. As for using the gold francs borrowed from France to pay the German patent fees, who would know if he didn't say it? Thinking of this, Sheffield glanced at little Anne. Should he control this girl?
"So, it seems that all this is for Bayer, and it may even benefit many Germans." Friedrich Bayer laughed. He really thought it was funny. "What cooperation? Coffee beans?"
Friedrich Bayer never dreamed that there would be a day when a farmer would cross the Atlantic Ocean to the Ruhr area to seek cooperation with him. Are the two parties technically equal?
"The popular coffee is produced in Jamaica and the West Indies in Central America. It is mellow, bitter with a hint of sweetness, smooth and smooth, and slightly sour, which can make the taste buds more sensitive. In fact, the coffee in Haiti, Cuba and Central American countries is very good." Sheffield did not seem to hear the arrogance in the other party's mouth, and narrated calmly, "Coffee beans are not a necessity for people, and the small countries where they are produced can be destroyed by Germany with just a flick of its finger, but..."
"None of these small countries are controlled by Germany, which is very embarrassing." Sheffield stood up and pulled open the curtains that blocked the sunlight. The sky outside was a little dim, just like the common scenery in industrial areas in this era. He exclaimed in amazement, "The land under the sun is so beautiful, very suitable for farming."
The agriculture of the United States is undoubtedly the best in the world today, but in Sheffield's eyes, there is potential to be tapped. He came to Europe for industrial expansion, but he never forgot his family's basic agriculture and animal husbandry.
Of course, agriculture and animal husbandry can be further developed, with machinery replacing livestock, and more land can be cultivated, with fewer people managing more land, which requires industrial support. In the mechanical industry, Sheffield believes in the Germans, not because Germany was already famous for its high-tech machinery and rigorous national spirit in 1895, but because the Germans' prices are definitely cheaper than the British.
Sheffield wanted to seize the opportunity to transform himself into a modern farmer. He would rather find the Germans and pay patent fees than find the Northern Yankees. It was that simple.
"I have brought professional accountants and related personnel to Bayer to inject capital. They can buy shares at twice the value of Bayer, but the contract stipulates that Sheffield will never interfere with any decision of Bayer. This is a gift from me to Mr. Bayer. In exchange, I hope Bayer can authorize Sheffield to produce Bayer's patented products in the United States. As for other chemical companies, Sheffield can pay patent fees. The amount of patent fees depends on how much Mr. Bayer can negotiate. The less Sheffield's patent fees, the more agency fees you will get, sir."
"With this capital input, Bayer can invest heavily in research in areas of interest and become a representative of German companies. If Bayer feels the time is right, it can buy back its shares. Sheffield will never refuse." Sheffield said in a long and eloquent speech, "In fact, I want to sign a broad contract with Mr. Bayer and your colleagues to make up for the shortcomings of both parties."
"It seems that the conditions are too generous." Friedrich Bayer had to admit that this was not much different from pie in the sky. He asked in confusion, "What is the purpose of doing this?"
"Britain is bullying us!" Sheffield reminded the other side of the recent Venezuelan crisis, hoping to create a sense of common hatred against a common enemy.
(End of this chapter)
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