Australian Storm 1876

  Chapter 113 Popular Fried Chicken

  From the beginning to the end of the award ceremony, due to the huge status gap between the two sides, Li Fushou never got the opportunity to talk to the big man alone.

  But this is enough, enough for the newly appointed Earl of Queensland to become the focus of the upper class.

  The reason is simple;

  This list of nobility awards drafted by the Cabinet Prime Minister is not a secret in the upper class. Various versions and nonsense that fit the actual situation have been circulating for several months.

  The veteran aristocrats have an intangible sense of superiority. They talk about these new aristocrats, and even some quick-moving aristocrats have begun to win over and show their favor. It was originally a landscape of upper-class life.

  Except for showing off their wealth and sharply commenting on current affairs in the endless luxury banquets, this is almost the only meaningful activity in the upper-class aristocracy, and at least it will not make Downing Street feel a headache.

  One stone stirs up a thousand waves

  Earls are not uncommon in aristocratic circles. There are hundreds of princes in the British Empire. They are not as widespread as the hundreds of earls in Germany. They are almost equivalent to the existence of village chiefs and mayors. It is not uncommon in the British Isles.

  The gorgeous transformation of the Viscount Red River Valley into the Earl of Queensland, behind this is the hidden meaning of the upper monarch, what does it mean to add grace? What wind direction does it indicate?

  Undoubtedly, this Chinese kid is a popular fried chicken.

  The awarding ceremony ends, only at around 10 am, and the guests can freely move around during the rest of the time.

  The invitation to the banquet flew like snow flakes. Li Fushou and his wife were surrounded by dozens of nobles, and they were so crowded that Hills could only temporarily act as his secretary and spokesperson.

"Your Excellency, this is an invitation from Reddingburg." A middle-aged gentleman in a tuxedo handed out the invitation letter in his hand. His words were simple and he refused to say a single word, because of the arrogance in his bones. .

  Readingburg?

  The dozens of nobles who surrounded Li Fushou seemed to have been caught in the fixation method, and they fell silent for an instant, and their eyes were full of hot, envy, and hatred when they looked at them again.

As a true British aristocrat, you should have a clear understanding of the entire aristocratic circle of the British Empire. You are not required to know every traditional aristocratic family in a remote country, but at least you are familiar with the nobles above earls (excluding earls), including them. Industry and beloved.

  If you are more demanding, you can casually tell the glorious history of the ancestors of these noble families. This is the best way to close the distance between the two sides.

Readingburg is located about 55 miles west of London, not far from Oxford and Cambridge. It is the heritage of the Duke of Victor’s family, a top aristocratic heritage with a glorious history of more than 400 years, and belongs to the stubborn king’s party in the country. servant.

   "Thank you very much, I must be on time for the appointment." Li Fushou took the letter with a solemn expression, and his answer was very formal.

   "Thank you, then we will be waiting at the castle."

   "It is a great honor." Li Fushou was rather humble.

  The middle-aged gentleman took a deep look at Li Fushou, and bowed slightly in a knightly salute: "Your demeanor is impressive, and I hope to see him soon."

  These words conveyed an important message, and Li Fushou immediately replied with a solemn expression; "I will settle the matter in Windsor for a while, and then immediately leave for Reddingburg."

   "That's all right, please forgive me for retiring temporarily." Because the people present were so messy, the middle-aged gentleman did not introduce his identity, but left soon.

  He knew that Duke Victor had shown his favor to a new nobleman, and the news would soon spread throughout the London aristocratic circle, because this circle had no secrets, and most of them were long tongue women who like to chew the roots of their tongues.

  There are only 28 dukes in the entire British Empire. Except for members of the royal family, every other duke has a prominent family history. The real nobles who can talk to the monarch on an equal footing will rest with the country.

   Humble and bowed claiming to be "Her Majesty's pious servant". Except for the family of the Duke of Victor, he counted all three fingers, which is definitely one of the few.

  The Duke is the "most trusted partner and friend" of the monarch. When did he become a "pious servant"?

  For Duke Victor’s bottomless flattery attitude, most of the other noble families expressed their contempt and unwillingness to join in the same way, but this does not prevent Duke Victor from being deeply trusted by Queen Victoria, entrusting him with important tasks and constant grace.

As for other aristocrats in the upper class of London, they are not yet qualified to comment on a distinguished duke. The strict hierarchical order of the feudal monarchy fills every detail of the noble life, from etiquette to meals, from travel to clothing, from words to life. Every aspect is almost everywhere.

  Li Fushou and his wife and Hills finally got rid of the chase of the nobles, hid in a garden of Windsor Castle, and temporarily got a respite.

  Hills performed a standard chivalry; "Dear Lord Earl of Queensland, please allow me to express my sincere respect to you, a greeting from an American friend."

"Thank you, Dear Sir Hills, I have received your sincere greetings. The biggest advantage of joining the nobility circle is that the trade circle of the entire British Empire is open to us. I hope that we can join hands to make big money here." Li Fushou also Treat with courtesy.

   "Hahaha... Honorable Earl of Queensland, I seem to have heard the beautiful sound of the pound impact, falling from the sky like rain, as if in a dream." Hills sighed like an aria.

   "I agree with you, Sir Hills."

  The two people flattered each other to look at each other and laughed, but did not see the Queensland Countess frowning her brows, her expression of helplessness;

  It’s really terrible. I don’t understand why these men are keen to flatter. This is the opposite of the humble etiquette popular in traditional Chinese society. It seems a little shameless!

"Mr. Lord, in just a short while, we have received more than 30 banquet invitations and door-to-door invitations. According to a rough statistics, one of them comes from the family of the Duke of Victor and none of the family of the Marquis. Four of them come from the traditional earl family, and all the others are the viscount and baron families. If all of them participate, there will be nothing to do in these two months." Sir Hills scratched his head in distress.

"It can be done separately, Sir Sir Hills. I must first go to the Reddingburg appointment. The others are ranked from high to low according to the title and influence of the nobility. I can only take care of everything as much as possible, although it is a cumbersome and complicated one. It’s a daunting challenge, but if you want to integrate into the upper class of London, you must pass it."

  Li Fushou sighed with some distress. For a new aristocrat from remote Australia, this is the best opportunity to blend in.

  If you miss an invitation, what are the consequences?

When the short-lived enthusiasm of the upper-class nobility in London fades, the Earl of Queensland will only become a remote outsider who is out of place. All kinds of slanderous rumors will follow, and he will pour the cow dung-smelling hillbilly on his body. Definitely beyond imagination.

  The newly emerging business of Red River Valley will inevitably encounter various difficulties and obstacles. These are all serious consequences that can be expected.

  One more friend, one more way, one less enemy and one less mountain.

  The same is true for the communication in the noble circle. Wearing a false mask, lingering in various banquets and invitations for months, it is almost the fate of the new nobles, painful and happy.

  Hills received the 4th-level Order of the Commander of the British Empire. Although not a nobleman, it made him a little proud.

  This has almost ruined the honor of the street in the British Empire. From the principal of elementary school to the lawyer who upholds legal justice, almost every respected citizen has one. It is still quite precious among American citizens, and can be honored as Lord Sir.

  But in the face of Li Fushou's honor of being favored by the royal family, Shils was really hit hard, and the partners who had treated each other as equals must now be looked up.

  Sir Hills quickly adjusted his mentality and thought about it for a while and said; "Your Excellency, is it necessary to continue the previously agreed plan?"

  He refers to using money to corrupt Viscount Edward Nelson in preparation for entering the upper class circle.

  The plan has not changed quickly. Now Li Fushou has received the special favor of Her Majesty the Queen, and has entered the eyes of Duke Victor. Viscount Edward Nelson is not enough.

  Hills’s question, consciously placed himself in a subordinate position. This is a talent of a successful businessman, which cannot be learned by learning alone.

"Hehe... Such a good goal will of course continue. Don’t forget that Viscount Edward Nelson has the honor of the Garter Medal, which stems from his outstanding contributions to the theory of mathematics. It is respectful, and we should be more so." Li Fushou paused a little, smiled and said the real purpose;

  "The Lord Victor expressed his appreciation for me. This is the best opportunity to meet this big man. As long as the upper class in London knows this message, it will reduce a lot of unnecessary trouble.

  But in essence, Lord Victor cannot help.

  It is impossible for us to ask Lord Duke to do anything. It is a totally unrealistic fantasy. Just ask Lord Victor to treat me as a younger generation who I admire very much. Then we can do a lot of things with this tiger skin.

  The aristocratic groups that Viscount Edward Nelson can contact are important members of the military and politics of the empire or a big party. It is the help we most urgently need. What is the cost? Do we lack the pound? What we lack is a powerful support in our career. "

Because of the straightforwardness of the Americans, these words are very straightforward. Hears recognized his judgment very much and walked a few steps in the garden and said; "OK, Lord, before you go to Reddingburg for your appointment. At that time, I will contact Viscount Edward Nelson for the first time to see how big his appetite is, but I need an invitation letter from you. This will make things much easier and cost less. "

   "No problem, that's it." Li Fushou snapped his fingers happily.

  With the help of Sir Sears, the two can go on separately, greatly reducing the burden of Li Fushou’s socializing with the upper-class aristocracy, and doing more with half the effort.

  (End of this chapter)