Chapter 1702: Countess afternoon tea

The time came in mid-October 1622. Most people in Midgard still worried about the comeback of the invaders in the north. A few well-informed people had learned that the three countries of Feizhen, Asan and the Sea Blue were holding armistice peace talks, and From the changes in the current situation, sniffed out business opportunities.
Countess Josephine Antoinette de Poisson is undoubtedly one of the most informed.
Since Joan returned to the school from the front, almost every Sunday afternoon, he had to change into a decent formal dress and go to the Tuileries Hotel. At the invitation of Mrs. Josephine, she accompanied her for afternoon tea.
This kind of regular meeting is neither a secret meeting between lovers nor anything to discuss. It is purely the Countess’s unilateral concern for him, or according to her own half-joking saying: "The older you are, the more you are Maternal love is rampant."
Joan also regards the countess as his own family. As for whether this feeling is closer to "mother and son" or "sibling", he can't tell clearly. After all, he is very new to these two kinds of affection.
While drinking tea, Mrs. Josephine revealed to Joan that the two real missions of Feizhen and Hailan were conducting peace talks in the Holy City of Ashan. If nothing unexpected happened, the Hailan people would withdraw to the south of the Brass Pass. Abandoning the ambition to monopolize the magic crystal ore veins, Midgard and Jordonheim's sphere of influence will return to their pre-war state.
Joanne was not surprised by this result, but at the same time felt very sad.
The three major powers have fought for nearly a year to fight for the interests of the colonies of the New World. All three parties have made huge sacrifices. However, comparing the colonial territory of the Ashan Empire, the Fijian Kingdom and the Sea Blue Kingdom before the outbreak of the war and the end of the war in the New World, the results But nothing has changed.
Countless good fields and homes were burned by the war, thousands of soldiers were sacrificed, and tens of thousands of people were displaced. The wealth consumed in the war is an inestimable astronomical figure. What did you get at all the costs?
The three parties involved in the war did not take advantage of it. Bai fought for a whole year, and the people were in vain. It was like a free comedy.
"If at this time last year, the rulers of the Fijian Kingdom and the Aquamarine Kingdom can predict that the war will be the final result today, will they still wage war?" Joan asked Mrs. Josephine.
"Joan, before I answer your question, you may wish to ask yourself how many thousands of years of human society have been in the past. How many times have the wars of both defeat and defeat been repeated, can you count them?"
Joan shook his head frankly.
"There are no fools in the decision-making level of the governments of various countries. Of course, they also know the historical lessons we know. However, the only lesson that history teaches us is that we will never learn any lessons. We are sober and wise when we see others doing stupid things, but when I am trapped in the situation, especially by being blinded by interests. I always feel lucky that I will not make the mistakes of the predecessors, and the result is not reduced to the lessons of later generations. Of course, future generations will also not learn from our lessons. , Will still make the same mistake." Mrs. Josephine replied with a wry smile.
Joan frowned, and although he did not refute in person, he did not fully agree with the Countess's pessimistic view.
In his view, regardless of individuals or groups, human beings can certainly learn from their mistakes, and of course society will become more and more civilized and progress, and recording history is for this purpose.
"Joan, let these great events about the country and society be left to the officials and masters. We only need to live our lives." Mrs. Josephine smiled slightly. "War is a disaster for the public, but There are also a few smart-minded guys who find opportunities to make a fortune from disasters. For example, your mentor makes a big fortune through speculative magic crystal futures."
Joan nodded. There was nothing to hide. In fact, he also made a lot of money from his mentor and became one of the youngest millionaires in Midgard City.
"Do not hide from you, I also took advantage of this opportunity to make a small profit, but I am timid and quit too early, otherwise I can make more money." Mrs. Josephine shrugged regretfully, and then told her Joan, "Don't tell Trofim about this, otherwise he will take the opportunity to laugh at me!"
Joan Nin nodded with a smile and promised to keep her secret.
"Joan, there is still an investment opportunity in the near future. If you have free money in your hand, you may wish to buy some five-year bonds issued by the Far East Kingdom. The annual interest rate is still good."
"Far East debt?" Qiao An looked at the countess in surprise. "After the war in the New World, the imperial authorities can free up their hands to gather troops to deal with the Far East rebels. You are now buying government bonds issued by the Far East government. Are you not afraid of the Far East government's support?" In less than five years it collapsed, and the bonds in its hands became waste paper that was worthless even a copper plate?"
"The risk is indeed great, but I have a hunch that the Kolas government in the Far East will never fall down easily. This new country will shock the entire world of Valais. I spend real money to buy Far East bonds. That is, betting on the prospect of the Kingdom of Kolas is bright, don't you think this is exciting?" Mrs. Josephine smiled, her wine red eyes flashed with excitement.
"I'm sorry, ma'am, I'm not a gambler, I can't feel the kind of fun you said."
Joan pondered for a moment, and then said: "But think about it, your predictions are actually very insightful. Last year I traveled to the Far East, and my eyes were wide open. The earth is full of vitality. A drastic change. If the imperial government cannot recover the lost land as soon as possible and give the Far East people enough time to turn their potential into strength, I am afraid they will lose this land forever."
"I heard Ruby talk about your travels in the Far East. If I have spare time in the future, I would also like to go on a holiday trip in the Far East. I will personally witness what you said about the "sharpening upheaval". I hope that you can accompany I'm walking." The countess looked at Joan with a smile, her eyes soft as water.
"You'd better inform me in advance, so as not to arrange the time temporarily."
"Ha! Our little mage is quite busy! Maybe I want to invite you to have afternoon tea in the future. I have to write to your secretary in advance to make an appointment."
Josephine's playful laughter made Joanne feel embarrassed and didn't know what to say for a while.
"Okay, no kidding. If you are worried about the risk of bonds being too high, investing in real estate is also a good choice." Mrs. Josephine turned her head to look out the window of the bustling street scene and said deeply, "With the arrival of peace, the New World will also Ushering in a period of prosperity, I do not know how long such a good time can last."
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