The confidant generals of Moltke the Younger, as well as the generals who had received benefits from Mauser Company and Rheinmetall Company, all stood up to oppose the weapons and equipment developed by German Arms Company. They seize on those disadvantages and continue to exaggerate them, just like if German Army were to replace those weapons, not only would its combat effectiveness not be improved, but it would be further weakened.
The faces of these guys made Oscar very disgusted. At the same time, he became even more determined that once he takes power in the future, these guys must be purged. These guys have completely become worms in the German Army. Keeping them will only lead to the decline of the German Army. Oscar, we will never allow this to happen. He also wants to lead German Army to win one victory after another and become the overlord of this planet.
Gustav? Krupp looked at Oscar anxiously. He never expected that such a situation would occur.
Even Wilhelm II couldn't help but look sideways at it. Obviously, he did not expect that so many people in the army would oppose the replacement of these advanced weapons.
"Generals, do you all turn a blind eye to the excellent performance of these weapons? I am very surprised, what on earth are you thinking." Oscar said with a dark face.
As soon as the generals did it, they immediately became silent. They all saw Oscar's face and knew that Oscar was unhappy. Of course, they received a lot of benefits. But that doesn't mean they are willing to go against Oscar. Especially when Oscar's Crown Prince's position is becoming more and more stable, offending Oscar means that once Oscar becomes Emperor of the German Empire, then they may not have a good life. Therefore, many generals kept silent.
"Crown Prince, everyone is just talking about the matter. Your Highness doesn't need to use his status to oppress everyone." Moltke the Younger said with a sullen face.
"Your Excellency, Chief of Staff, aren't I just talking about the situation? When did I use my status to oppress others?" Oscar replied tit for tat.
Originally, the relationship between Oscar and Moltke the Younger had already eased somewhat. But obviously, now everything is in vain again. The conflict between the two became acute again.
"Okay, you two, stop arguing. You are both important leaders of the German Empire. How can you quarrel over such trivial matters?" Wilhelm II said with a dark face.
Oscar and Moltke the Younger couldn't help but shut their mouths. However, the eyes he looked at each other were obviously full of anger.
Oscar has made up his mind that after he takes over, he will definitely replace Moltke the Younger. And Moltke the Younger is also determined to set up obstacles for Oscar. Of course, he had no way to pull Oscar from Crown Prince's position. However, if we block Oscar step by step and limit Oscar's power, there should be no problem.
"General von Waldow, what do you think of the new weapons developed by German Arms Company? Do we need to carry out a large-scale re-equipment of the army?" Wilhelm II asked.
"Your Majesty, I have to admit that these weapons developed by German Arms Company are very advanced. If the entire army is re-equipped, it will greatly improve our combat effectiveness. However, this will require a lot of money. On the other hand, the logistics pressure on the army will indeed be great. Therefore, I do not recommend re-equipping the entire army." General von Waldow said.
Oscar and Gustav? Krupp's faces are not very good-looking. Oscar is because his plan has been affected, while Gustav? Krupp is worried that German Arms Company will suffer losses. After all, he and Oscar invested huge sums of money in this Arms Company, and spent so much energy at the same time. If you lose money, it would be unacceptable.
Wilhelm II nodded, although he wanted to help Oscar on this issue. However, the Army's opinions must be taken into consideration. After all, although Emperor of the German Empire's power is not small, it can never be compared with the emperor Eastern Empire. Their power is still greatly restricted, and there are many things that need to be considered.
"Your Majesty, even if the current finances do not allow us to carry out large-scale replacement of the army's equipment, we can also carry out large-scale replacement first. Replacing part of the equipment every year will be of great help to improve the combat effectiveness of the army." Minister of War Feng? Falkenhayn suggested.
"Well, this is a good idea, let's do it!" Wilhelm II finally made the decision.
Although, Moltke the Younger and others still want to continue to oppose. But Wilhelm II has already made a decision, and they can't say anything else. If you continue to oppose, you will undoubtedly offend Wilhelm II. When the relationship with Oscar is already very tense, if he offends Wilhelm II again, the consequences will probably be very serious.
Next, Wilhelm II left. By coming to this New Weapon Exhibition event, he has already given Oscar face. He has many other matters to deal with, so naturally he cannot stay here for too long.
As for how much weapons and equipment the Army wants to purchase, Gustav? Krupp went to discuss it with General von Waldow. When His Majesty the Emperor already had instructions, Gustav? Krupp and General von Waldow did not take much time to reach an agreement.
"Crown Prince, the Army promised to purchase two thousand MG09 General Purpose Machine Gun, five thousand MG10 Squad Automatic Weapon, five thousand M2 sniper rifle and twenty thousand M1 semi-automatic rifle, various types of mortars The cannon will purchase two thousand pieces, and Grenade Launcher will purchase three thousand pieces," Gustav? Krupp said to Oscar after reaching an agreement with General von Waldow.
Oscar nodded. "Although this purchase volume is far from what we expected, it can at least ensure the normal operation of the factory. Next, let's continue to think of a solution!"
Gustav? Krupp nodded. Judging from the current situation, it seems to be very difficult to make a big fortune on the German Arms Company project. But Gustav? Krupp also knew that there was no way around it. Who would have expected that so many generals would oppose it? He knew without thinking that it must be Mauser Company and Rheinmetall Company who launched a crazy attack on them. This time, it is good to be able to get some orders. It's better than being completely rejected by the Army. What's more, Oscar is still Crown Prince of the German Empire. As his power grows, he will definitely be able to further increase the army's orders in the future.