In the middle of the banquet, it was only a matter of a moment for the eyes to meet, but it was enough for Richelieu to grasp Roland's situation.

A 16-year-old boy understands the rules of the world and smiles like an adult, and others will think that he is doing very well, but compared to Minerva, who has been immersed in the political world since childhood, he can only be regarded as "learning well".

In the lengthy ritual, Roland's correspondence is impeccable, but if you look closely, you can see the stiffness of the details.

There is no way to do this, he is not a superior person in his bones, and he does not have the characteristics of his adoptive father who does not treat people as human beings, and in the face of the surging flattery, of course the nerves will not be able to stand it. Being able to show this in his debut is already Li Lin's training is very good.

In terms of temperament, Roland may not be the one who is compatible with Her Royal Highness, and I am afraid that there will be a run-in after marriage. But he is not in his right mind, gentle enough with women, and with a rare talent for magic, he can expect more outstanding offspring from his and Minerva's modest royal family. But that's not the best thing about the future of the kingdom.

Judging from the reports submitted by his subordinates, Roland is not as ambitious as Li Lin, and his mild-mannered personality will focus more on the company's operations than on political affairs, which is very important to Richelieu. Although he and Li Lin are political allies at the moment, the president who can be said to have no moral lower limit and belongs to a pure interest animal is always unreassuring, who knows what amazing things he will do one day. What's even worse is that his wrist is enough to support the absurd plan in the eyes of ordinary people. Just look at the long dragon complimenting Roland and Minerva.

In the long queue, the nobles of the earls and viscounts occupied a considerable number. Influenced by the expansion of the consortium and Richelieu's strategy of strengthening the central royal power, the estates of these nobles were either bankrupt or on the verge of bankruptcy. When the management of the domain became unprofitable and unsustainable, the counts and viscounts abandoned their former reserves and took their families to Lüdes, choosing to become court nobles.

They swore allegiance to the king, sought court office, and supported their families with salaries and rewards from the king. To this end, they flocked around the old king like a swarm of bees, praising the "great deeds" and "peaceful prosperity" of Charles IV with poetic articles, and taking pride in having five minutes of unnutritious conversation with the king every day. Turned the huge Palace of Versailles into a big beehive that "buzzed" all day long.

The whole kingdom was tainted by frivolity and frivolity. Aristocrats are keen to make money like merchants, and it is a general trend to decorate themselves like women. Their abandonment of their lands and entry into the court was in line with Richelieu's long-standing desire to strengthen central power. But here's the problem. Li Lin also stretched out his hand to this group of people.

As far as Richelieu knows. Several court nobles already received a second salary in the V.E company. He may also serve as an advisor to V.E after his retirement. Their job was to influence the king, to induce policy tendencies with all sorts of words, whether intentional or unintentional. Contribute to the growth of armaments, thus paving the way for the company to obtain munitions orders.

This is the very rudimentary version of the military-industrial complex, and because there is no parliamentary and universal suffrage mechanism, the consortium has not been able to interfere in the political industry with "high-end and high-class" means such as political donations, campaign advertisements, intimidation of workers, bribery of votes, and hiring people to shoot. But the operating system formed by the exchange of interests has been formed, and Richelieu is keenly aware of the dangers.

As long as there is war and an arms race, V.E will be able to obtain orders and make a profit from the special supply of munitions. For this, it was necessary to put a lobby on the side of the king. And for the nobility of the court, money was necessary for life and all kinds of "activities". The two hit it off, and they colluded to control the atmosphere of public opinion in the palace, and when Richelieu was alive, he could still contain the fanatical atmosphere of war, and after him, I am afraid that no one could restrain him. At that point, as V.E grows stronger, the country's "die or die" disease will deepen, and it may eventually lead to a terrible outcome – being beaten to death by other countries.

At this time, the value of Roland is reflected.

With no royal blood and no heirs to the royal family, Roland had no chance of taking the throne, and Charlemagne's history and laws did not support the queen's succession. Although Cun Zài turned to support the option of the fourth prince, the personality of that highness is not suitable for power, as long as there is not a strong behind-the-scenes promoter like Li Lin, there is basically no need to worry about the battle for the throne evolving from two strong rivalries to a three-legged stand. On the other hand, judging from Roland's usual words and deeds, he is more inclined to reasonable long-term management than aggressively expanding political influence, and at the same time, he also has the practical ability and skill to change business ideas.

Lacking ambition and enough to maintain the family business, such an heir is much safer than the current leader of the consortium.

-- Putting the future of the country on such young people.

With a wry smile inwardly at his brazen self, Richelieu withdrew his gaze from Roland.

"It looks like a qiēshun lì. ”

A hearty voice sounded in his ears, and the cardinal adjusted his expression and turned his head to look at the difficult guy on the side.

"The adopted son can be favored by Her Royal Highness, and I, the adoptive father, are also honored. ”

The slightly philistine tone is in line with the status of a businessman, and many people despise him because of this false impression. But in Charlemagne's country, Richelieu was most wary of this merchant.

As long as it is necessary to use the necessary means without hesitation, ignoring the concept of moral taboos, in the dark political struggle, he is so powerful that even he is afraid.

Siegfried Otto Lilin.

"Your Excellency, you have indeed cultivated an excellent heir. ”

"It is the honor of the unscrupulous son to be favored by His Excellency the Prime Minister. ”

With a shallow smile, Li Lin said:

"To be honest, I was always worried that the boy was too weak to think of the Bishop. ”

"Your Excellency President......"

"That's fine, in the future, when I should retire, I can also leave the consortium to Roland to take care of with peace of mind. ”

It seemed that the casual answer made Richelieu's heart beat suddenly, and it was obvious that Li Lin had also thought of the things that Richelieu had considered.

No.

Because it was an adopted son who had been in close contact for a longer time, he had expected this for a long time, and maybe it was because of this relationship that he agreed to this political marriage. As his words suggest, do you hope that with the help of the royal family, you will be able to bring about a change in the way the consortium does business at some point in the future?

Although it is very much in line with his long-term style, isn't this inference too natural?

The experience of dealing with Li Lin told him that Li Lin was a man who could ignore even vanity and reserve, and play his role depending on the situation around him, and he could only listen to half of what he said at most.

But if he had other plans in secret, what was he planning?

Can't see through.

Richelieu could never grasp this man's thoughts, and while swallowing the oath of "one day pulling out your fox's tail", he said in a congratulatory tone:

"I hope it's as you wish. ”

"Thank you very much. ”

Li Lin replied, the smile on his face did not change in the slightest (to be continued......