To expand German Welfare Lottery Company's business in United States, the support of United States's local forces is naturally indispensable. Previously, according to the agreement between the two parties, 20% of the profits obtained by German Welfare Lottery Company in United States were used for social welfare undertakings, 20% were distributed by the local forces of United States, and the other 60% belonged to German Welfare Lottery Company.
Such a distribution plan naturally makes United States local forces very dissatisfied. However, at that time, German Welfare Lottery Company was developing rapidly and had extremely strong profitability. In addition, the owner of German Welfare Lottery Company, Oscar, has a distinguished status. Therefore, United States local forces reluctantly accepted such a distribution plan.
But now, the three powers of Britain, France, and Russia has begun to block German Welfare Lottery Company. Under the instigation of Americans, other United States local forces are also eyeing German Welfare Lottery Company. This makes German Welfare Lottery Company's situation in United States very difficult. If one is not handled well, the German Welfare Lottery Company United States branch may be sealed off like the the three powers of Britain, France, and Russia branch.
Of course, US government is not willing to offend German government. But with the three powers of Britain, France, and Russia in front, they naturally had nothing to fear. Similarly, Germany did not dare to force United States to side with Allied Powers. In order to compete with Allied Powers, Germany has endured enough pressure. If United States is added to the mix, Germany may have no chance of winning.
It is precisely because of this that Oscar would rather lose part of the profits than let the situation deteriorate further. Even if it can get 40% profit, it is still a big income for German Welfare Lottery Company. Once the German Welfare Lottery Company United States branch is also sealed, it will be even worse.
Those local strengths of United States are very satisfied with German Welfare Lottery Company's compromise. Being able to get 20% more profits, which is already double what it was before. What's more, German Welfare Lottery Company agreed to hand over the profits used for social welfare projects to them, which means that their profits will be further increased. As for welfare, all you need to do is use a little money to fool the poor. Anyway, United States is a world where money comes first. The poor have no power at all.
This also makes Britain people's instigation by United States ineffective. German Welfare Lottery Company United States branch has temporarily overcome the difficulties. Although some profits were lost, they were preserved.
Oscar finally breathed a sigh of relief. This period of time has put him under tremendous pressure. Fortunately, we have finally overcome the difficulty for the time being.
"Britain, French, Russians, and Americans who took advantage of the situation. Just wait for me. My money is not that good. Take it. When Germany defeats the future World War, I will make you spit out everything you swallowed!" Oscar thought fiercely.
As time passes, the naval arms race among the world's major powers gradually begins to escalate. British Navy's shipbuilding plan begins to accelerate. A large number of warships began to be built. They tried to ensure as much as possible their naval superiority.
United States has also joined the arms race. The wealthy Americans, except that it lags behind Europe in terms of technology, is not bad at all in other aspects. The unique geographical location and strong industrial strength allow them to rest assured that Audacious will devote most of their energy to the development of the navy and easily create the third most powerful navy in the world.
As for Germany, it is proceeding with its own shipbuilding plan in an orderly manner. 'Kaiser class' Battleship and 'Derfflinger class' Battlecruiser, are being built as planned. The next level 'Bavaria-class' Battleship and 'Mackensen-class' Battlecruiser are already in the drawings designed by Oscar. Construction was scheduled to begin in 1911. In this case, when the war breaks out in the future, both levels of Capital Ships will be able to catch up.
Time entered 1911, and in February, Oscar's eldest son was born. After two lives, he finally became a father. As soon as this little guy was born, he enjoyed endless glory. Although he already has multiple grandchildren, Wilhelm II still loves Oscar's eldest son very much. He directly named him Friedrich and canonized him as Prince East Prussia, with a respected status!
As time goes by, the international situation becomes more and more tense. The conflict between Allied Powers and Allied Powers is also intensifying bit by bit. Everyone seemed to be able to hear the footsteps of war getting closer and closer, and the air seemed to be filled with the smell of gunpowder smoke.
On May 21, 1911, a tribal uprising broke out in Morocco against the Sudan. The French took the opportunity to send troops to occupy Fez, the capital of Morocco. You know, this is definitely a serious provocation for Germany.
Six years ago, Morocco had already experienced a crisis. France and Germany almost broke out in war because of this. Finally, a meeting was held at Algeciras and "Algeciras Convention" was reached, which resolved to recognize the independence of Morocco, but France and Spain were responsible for the police of Morocco. France controls the customs and police of Morocco. The interests of Germany are also required to be guaranteed.
But now, French actually directly sent troops to occupy the capital of Morocco. This is simply a violation of the original agreement. For Germany, this is undoubtedly intolerable. Especially Wilhelm II, can't stand this.
"French is so abominable! They are blatantly breaking the agreement. This time, German Empire will never back down!" Wilhelm II shouted in his palace.
During the last Moroccan Crisis outbreak, Wilhelm II was forced to compromise due to the interests of Britain and France, which severely damaged his prestige in Germany. This time, he will never make the same mistake again.
"The lives and property safety of the Empire's merchants and expatriates in Morocco, as well as the interests of the Empire, must not be violated. Tirpitz, send a battleship to Morocco!" Wilhelm II ordered.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Grand Admiral Count Tirpitz nodded immediately.
Although, everyone knows that this will undoubtedly stimulate the development of things. However, Germany obviously can't tolerate it any longer. Let Allied Powers see Germany's attitude, which is also a warning to them.
Oscar also agrees with this.