My British Empire

Edward now felt that he was almost the richest person in England, even in continental Europe, except for the church.

And this little money can be completely consumed by the country in just one war.

According to statistics, between 1511 and 1547, Henry VIII spent a huge amount of 2,134,784 pounds in France and Scotland, which even triggered local rebellions in England.

So Edward was too happy too early. Governing the country is not that simple.

At this time, money plays an extremely important role. He can redeem your life for you in the war, turn a despicable businessman into a nobleman, and revive a country that is on the verge of bankruptcy.

And without money, even if you are an aristocrat, you can be more despicable than a businessman; even if you have a country with a virtuous king and virtuous ministers, it will perish in an instant.

Therefore, Charles I of the Stuart dynasty was guillotined for money; Louis XVI of the French Bourbon dynasty not only sent himself to the guillotine, but also sent his family to the guillotine.

So money is a kind of original sin, and it was also the greatest pursuit of Europeans in their lives at that time.

Edward stopped lusting and began to think about how to spend the money.

Continue to open the tavern? No! The whole of England has already met the market demand, and any more will not be worth the candle. Or open a pub in Europe! Good idea, just do it!

Hahaha! Edward was very proud of his ideas. Forgive the naivety of a college student starting a business!

etc! I can learn from the practice of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, adopt orphans, and cultivate strength.

Edward decided to adopt orphans to cultivate his true strength.

Edward's decision to do so was also based on the social situation at the time.

The period of the 16th century was a period of population explosion across the British Isles.

The population of Wales rose from 210,000 in 1500 to 380,000 in 1603; the population of Scotland and Ireland also reached 1.5 million in 1603; and the population of England also reached 4.1 million, growing from 2 million in 1500 to 3.01 million in 1551.

It can be said that the population of England has grown explosively, which is also the main reason for North American immigration.

At that time, England's population was characterized by youths and infants under the age of 15 accounting for 38% of the total population. In order to feed these incapable people, it brings unbearable pressure to poor families with little land and little land.

As a result, these families left their homes and begged everywhere, becoming one of the refugees.

So having too many children is also a kind of suffering!

At that time, orphans accounted for almost one-fifth of the minor population, especially those homeless orphans, which had become the biggest social problem in England.

The next day, Edward, who had just woken up, hurriedly recruited Guy Ham, the first commander of the Dark Blade.

And Guy has changed into the fancy clothes Edward gave him, trimmed his messy hair, and looks like a middle-aged handsome guy.

Your Majesty the King! Your loyal guard, Guy Ham, is here to pay his respects! Guy saluted Edward very politely.

Well! Guy, you haven't eaten yet! Let's go together! Edward said with a friendly voice.

This! This! Is it okay? Guy was a little at a loss. After all, this was his first time eating with a nobleman, especially Edward, the largest nobleman in England.

Of course, my dear sir! replied Edward.

Please! Mr. Ham! At this time, Luna pulled out the chair in time and invited.

Guy sat on the chair with stiff limbs, his hands were shaking unconsciously, and his eyes looked around curiously, looking at the dishes on the long table in amazement.

Roast goose exuding golden light, snow-white bread, black-red fish sauce, an unknown roast pig that looks very appetizing, ruddy steak, a bottle of red wine from Orleans, France...

All of these made Guy salivate so much that he forgot to start.

Guy! Why are you in a daze! Get ready! Yes, Your Majesty the King! Guy responded hastily as if he had been awakened.

Of course, as usual, before eating, you must first pray to God, the old man.

The time for praying was not long, and the time for eating was not too long, mainly because Lord Ham, who had just become the commander, ate too fast. In less than ten minutes, the roast goose and half a roast suckling pig were finished. Edward was also affected and spent 20 minutes eating three pieces of bread and half a roast goose.

After breakfast, Edward took Guy to the study and started the first mission since Darkblade was established.

Edward sat on the chair next to the desk, leaning against a large bookshelf for pretense. There was a wide variety of books, which dazzled Guy's eyes.

Since the 16th century, printing has gradually spread, and the price of books has continued to drop, but it is impossible for poor people like Guy to afford them. Even in his gentleman period before bankruptcy, he could only buy a few copies at most. Books.

Guy stood respectfully in front of Edward, pretending to be listening attentively.

Edward enjoyed Guy's respect very much, cleared his throat, Guy, I'm giving you a task now, and you must do your best to complete it!

Seeing Edward's rare solemn expression, Guy had no choice but to follow the solemn expression and cheered up.

Now, in addition to recruiting and expanding, you are doing your best to adopt orphans, whether they are male or female, I want them! Try to accept those under the age of 14! Edward added another sentence for fear that Guy would not work hard.

This is the first test for you and the Dark Blade, don't let me down, you will take the consequences at your own risk! Guy walked into David's restaurant in the western suburbs of London, saying It's a restaurant, rather than a food stall.

David's Restaurant is located in the western suburbs of London, adjacent to the Thames River. Small businessmen and travelers from all walks of life use this as a resting point, so there is a huge flow of people. It is good to be the temporary headquarters of the Night Angel.

Hi! Mr. Ham! The little waiter Jack who was busy entertaining the guests didn't forget to say hello to Guy. Little Jack felt that Mr. Ham was a big man.

Because one day he secretly saw Boss Robert, who was not in a hurry with the Sir, nodding and bowing to Mr. Ham in a box, so with his thirteen years of experience in observing words and expressions, he can guarantee that Mr. Ham must be a big shot.

Jack hopes that he will leave a good impression in the eyes of Mr. Ham, and it may be a chance to change his destiny in the future.

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