What Queen of Prussia had not expected was that after she brought the grand plan for developing the steel industry back to the City Palace, several Reformist Faction ministers proved extremely cautious about it.
Left with no alternative, Louise arranged for Baron Stein to meet Baron Trudaine, so that her lover could persuade this overly hesitant fellow.
On a snowy afternoon, in a villa west of Pozztan, Governor of Essens lounged lazily against a sofa and gestured for the servants to bring hot Coffee and candied fruit to his distinguished guest.
After a few brief pleasantries, Baron Stein quickly got to the point. "Governor, forgive my frankness, but with such a massive expansion of production, I must first ensure an adequate supply of coal.
"You know, what happened with the Hilbert Coking Plant has forced me to be even more cautious."
Baron Trudaine gestured toward the Coffee on the table. "Please, have a taste.
"Well, it is my business now as well. I would not risk it."
"But what if something happens that even you cannot handle? Oh, I do not doubt your abilities, but accidents are everywhere."
Baron Trudaine calmly recited the Regent's "script." "If you are worried about accidents, then an Insurance Company is undoubtedly the best choice.
"We can still establish several companies registered as French Companys in places such as Cologne and Paderborn. Yes, the same model as the Hilbert Coking Plant, but more dispersed.
"Then those companies can sign contracts with the Anzin Coal Mining Company and Carmaux Coal Industry Company, and the Insurance Company can underwrite those contracts. The insurance terms can stipulate that so long as the contracts cannot be fulfilled, regardless of the cause, the Insurance Company must pay compensation.
"Of course, the premiums may be slightly more expensive, but should an