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    Eight bullets, two lives!  Without the failure of the first assassination, due to the opponent's careful preparation and precise execution, the tragic Archduke Ferdinand did not escape the disaster. He and the Grand Duchess were killed on the spot under the simultaneous shooting of five pistols, which played a  A magnificent prelude to war!  Same day, same thing.  In a situation in Europe that was no different from that in another world, everything followed exactly the same trajectory.  The Germans, who believed that the best time had come, immediately became excited, and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which had their support, issued an ultimatum to Serbia after several twists and turns!  A few small bullets caused turmoil, lightning and thunder all over Europe!   "War, war breaks out in Europe!" On the streets of New York, a thin newsboy stood on a cement pier, waving the newspaper in his hand vigorously, erupting with a huge explosive force that was completely disproportionate to his thin body, and the shrill childish voice almost  The sound echoed throughout the entire street!  "War? War in Europe?" After hearing the newsboy's voice, many people stopped in their hurry.  "Austro-Hungary declares war on Serbia!" Seeing many people looking at him, the newsboy immediately straightened his chest and yelled what he had memorized by rote: "Serbia rejects the Austria-Hungary ultimatum, and Austria-Hungary  The Empire declared war on Serbia How many copies do you want, sir? " "The war really broke out?" After reading the newspaper in his hand, Carnegie finally couldn't help but open his mouth.  "Yes, it broke out." Taking a deep breath, Rockefeller said softly: "Although it is only the Austro-Hungarian Empire that has declared war on Serbia,according to the telegrams sent from Europe, the Russians, Germans and French seem to  I can¡¯t hold it back any longer" "As a veteran giant, unlike Carnegie who completely retired, Rockefeller certainly did not need to get news from newspapers, but had someone send him a telegram from Europe "The fate of life,  It's so amazing.  Before selling their steel company, Carnegie and Rockefeller were almost lifelong enemies. The feud between the two was talked about by later generations of Americans and could almost write a book.  But after both of them retired, their previous grudges became nothing. They even had a common topic because of their last meeting at John's birthday!  So early this morning, the old Rockefeller came to Carnegie's manor in person, wanting to talk to his old rival about this matter "Gudong!" After swallowing hard, Carnegie opened his mouth and said  : "Could it be that he really made the right decision?" "Huh you can't say that now!" After letting out a heavy breath, Rockefeller shook his head and said: "At least for now, it's just the Austro-Hungarian Empire.  It's just a war against Serbia. If the other major powers can restrain themselves Sigh!" The two veteran giants were speechless and shook their heads at the same time.  At this moment, a sense of frustration arose in both of their hearts.  After all, they were also important people who once stood at the top of the pyramid. How could the two of them not see clearly the current situation?  After a moment of silence, Rockefeller said with a wry smile: "Now we can only quietly watch the subsequent development. If it is really like what that kid thought, this war will spread to the whole of Europe and last for several years  God! The Huntelaar Consortium will become a real giant, even far more influential than the Morgan Consortium" "Gentlemen, this is the last chance!" Standing in front of his writing desk!  , John narrowed his eyes and said calmly: "Order all cargo ships to unload all goods at German ports within three days Contact the Germans immediately and ask them to prepare enough gold within three days, and we will pay with one hand.  Delivery with one hand!" "Gudong!" After swallowing hard, a tall white man in his fifties said anxiously: "I'm afraid it's difficult The volume of goods this time is really too big.  The total value of our inventories in Germany exceeds 30 million US dollars. I¡¯m afraid it will be difficult for the Germans to take out so much gold at once!¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯s no problem.¡± John waved his hand to the Germans.  The confidence can be described as full.  With his deliberate support over the years, the Germans have become much stronger than at the same time in history, whether in the automobile industry, synthetic ammonia or munitions, etc., especially the already very powerful chemical industry, such as the pharmaceutical industry, etc., after about  ?Under the stimulation of ?, he made even more money. How could he not get tens of millions of dollars in gold?  Unless "Haha, they definitely wouldn't dare!" Shaking his head to reject the possibility, John's eyes shone with full confidence.  Perhaps some Germans from small countries will regret it and even hack warships manufactured for other countries like the shameless British did, but for the United States, which has strong industrial strength, especially the Huntelaar consortium, which has great influence in the United States, Germany  No one would dare to do such a thing anyway.  Not to mention that they are afraid that the United States, the largest industrial power, will join the war, even the previous large-scale transactions have allowed the Germans to see the unparalleled strength of the Huntelaar consortium. If they are really forced to fully support Britain and France  Those advanced weapons and equipment are enough for the Germans to drink a pot!  John's decisive tone gave his subordinates a boost of confidence. The tall white man in his fifties thought for a moment and then asked: "Sir, then should we continue to deliver supplies to the European continent? The British  The French seem to have gotten some news, and they have been contacting us frequently recently, hoping to buy the things we sold to the Germans" "Not busy!" The corner of his mouth curved in a weird arc, and John waved his hand and said calmly.  : "Since we have promised the Germans that within half a yearoh, there are still three months left, we will never sell these new technologies to the British and French, so we must abide by this agreement! Sotell them our production capacity  It's limited, and it will be available in three months!" "This" After hearing John's words, the subordinates looked at each other in confusion.  In their opinion, since they are open for business, how can they choose customers?  Especially now that the European war has broken out. If, as Mr. Huntelaar predicts, it will eventually be a war that will last for several years and sweep across Europe, then why risk offending the British and French?  Fulfill the promise with the Germans?  ¡°An agreement or something is just a matter of listening to it, can it really be taken seriously?  What¡¯s more, other people don¡¯t know much about it. Does he himself know the current situation of the Huntelaar Consortium?  The serious consequences of being unable to expand in the past two years have begun to emerge. A large number of products that far exceed the market capacity have begun to be backlogged. If "Okay, there is nothing to say!" Seeing that his subordinates seemed to have something to say, John was a little impatient.  He waved his hand and said.  Although he is not a student of history, and he is not really clear about the process of World War I, John understands one thing very well, that is, compared with Germany and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the alliance advantages of Britain, France and other countries are real  It's too big.  Compared with Germany, which has just emerged in recent decades, this advantage is not only a matter of accumulation, but also includes population advantages, naval advantages and vast colonial advantages. Therefore, if history does not undergo major changes, the Germans will  Failure is inevitable, unless "Unfortunately, I can't fully support them!" Thinking of all the terrible possibilities, John couldn't help but shook his head and sneered.  If John is willing to fully support his "mother country", it is not impossible for the Germans to win. However, John does not have the slightest affection for his "mother country" in this life, especially the stupid William II.  Therefore, it is enough to strengthen the strength of the Germans and let them beat Britain, France and Russia even more miserably!  Next, it¡¯s time to make a fortune.  The stronger the Germans are in the early stage and the worse Britain, France and Russia will be beaten, the more marketable the products of the Huntelaar consortium will be after they desperately expand.  Britain and France, who own almost half of the world, will definitely dig out the last copper in their pockets for the final victory!  Thinking of this, John did not hesitate anymore and immediately said in a deep voice: "In a word, order all efforts to transport supplies to Germany and Austria, including various metals, chemical products, weapons, cars, aircraft, etc., to seize this last golden time  "(To be continued)
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