C644 Bargaining
C644 Bargaining
In fact, to the nobles, they were very disgusted by showing off, especially when it came to showing off their wealth. After all, if one's noble aura and identity were tainted by the stench of copper, it would be very disdainful.
However, it was different now. Moreover, from the beginning, the nobles only disliked the rich and uncultured upstarts.
As for this Sir Charlie, he had his own self-cultivation. Needless to say, he was an authentic aristocrat. He had the demeanor of a noble. The butler beside him was the standard among the aristocrats. Of course, no matter how much he flaunted his wealth, it would only add to his glory and not make others think that he was vulgar.
They were not interested in how Yang Qiu's wealth came about. What they were interested in was the 20 billion pounds. Was it true or not?
There was no need to mention the value of the things Yang Qiu took out just now. These items had shocking origins and were of noble status. Their value was extremely high. Adding the halo on their bodies, these items would definitely cause an unprecedented storm in the circle of nobles.
However, if Yang Qiu completely appraised these treasures, this task would not be completed in a day or two.
Twenty billion pounds! This was an astronomical figure.
One had to know, how much was British national production in a year?
It was only three trillion US dollars.
And how much money could the Prime Minister transfer at will?
Not a single cent.
If the Prime Minister wanted to spend a single cent, he had to go through layers upon layers of signatures.
And the Prime Minister and Congress were one entity. The royal family was also an individual, who didn't have a little treasury?
Ten billion pounds was enough to fill up their own little treasury.
A title? Not to mention a title, even if Yang Qiu wanted to buy something else, they would definitely dare to sell it.
Of course, this had to ensure that Yang Qiu's identity was clean. He was a noble and not a terrorist.
Charles had lived for more than 40 years, but Cleomedes was definitely not a simple man.
To be able to become the Prime Minister of England, such a person could be the head of state in any country. What had he not seen before? Although he could not see through Yang Qiu, he knew that this Sir Charlie was not doing this for a title.
As the Prime Minister, how could he not know that the British royal family was secretly buying and selling titles?
A baron's title was clearly priced at ten million pounds. In other words, as long as you secretly donated ten million pounds to the royal family, the royal family could easily find a reason to grant you a baron's title.
Of course, if you donate 50 million pounds, you can be conferred the title of Earl, and the Queen will even personally grant you the title.
This was something that had happened in every dynasty, but it had never been as brazen as it was now. It could be seen how much money the royal family lacked.
Of course, the British royal family still had a bottom line. The title of earl was determined not to be sold out with money.
But it was still the same sentence. In this world, there was nothing that could not be bought with money.
For example, now that Yang Qiu threw 20 billion pounds at him, Cleomedes even dared to guarantee that he was a hereditary noble.
This was definitely the first time such a thing had happened.
There was no other person in the world who could offer such a price.
There were many rich people in this world. However, how many of them could actually afford 20 billion?
How many people would use this money to buy a title?
This was simply because they had nothing else to do.
Therefore, even if Cleomedes had some doubts about Yang Qiu's actions, However, this kind of behavior was definitely not something a businessman who knew how to scheme could do. In other words, this guy was really a descendant of a noble family. It was probably because he did not inherit the title of a noble family. For so many years, there had been a wish that had not been realized. So, he was just using money to buy a wish.
Without a doubt, even if 20 billion gold and silver were placed in front of the Queen, the Queen would directly agree.
So the following matters would be much easier to handle.
The title was not a problem. However, the fief was the problem.
"Respected sir, logically speaking, you used such an astonishing sum of money to exchange for a title. Even if you obtained a fief anywhere in England, it was only natural. However, you also know that. . . England is a constitutional monarchy, the royal family can easily handle it, but, as you know, Congress. . . ! "
At this point, Cleomedes raised his head and looked at Charles with a smile. He coughed lightly and said to Yang Qiu in a very gentle manner.
"About the fief, what do you think is suitable for you?"
Yang Qiu smiled and said.
"Of course I understand what you mean. Don't worry, I just want a fief. As for where it is, how many people are sealed on the ground, it doesn't matter. I am only pursuing a kind of fief in name. Of course, this fief must be passed down from generation to generation by my family! "
After Yang Qiu said that, Cleomedes immediately felt relieved. His eyes sparkled. Just as he was about to speak, Yang Qiu smiled faintly.
"I have already thought about it!"
Cleomedes paused for a moment and asked in a deep voice.
"Then what you mean is. . . "
Yang Qiu said faintly.
"There are a total of 53 Commonwealth member countries in the Commonwealth. These countries nominally regard the queen as the highest head of state. Of course, this is just an undeserved reputation. However, I know that the British royal family has many undeveloped islands overseas. These territories originally belonged to the Commonwealth are actually the private territories of the royal family, and I. . . I merely want to choose an island in these private territories of the British royal family as a fief. What do you think?"
Cleomedes immediately patted his knee.
"Alright!"
Charles was not stupid. Since he had chosen the private fiefs of the royal family, Then, the 20 billion was given half to Congress for no reason. Of course he was not happy.
"Sir, if that is the case, I cannot criticize you. However, you need the royal family's fiefs. Then. . . Prime Minister, this matter. . . ! "
Cleomedes was not a person who would be at a disadvantage. His words made Charles stand on his side loyally.
"Your Highness, please don't argue with me about this matter. I promise that I will do my best to help you with one thing in the future. How about it? "
This was an obvious hint. If Charles couldn't even hear this, he wouldn't need to be the Crown Prince.