My Italy

Chapter 17 Spectators

When asked whether the Savoy family has money, nine out of ten Italians will tell you that they do, and one will tell you that they are very rich.

As a wealthy Savoy family, they have the ability to do something on their own without relying on the government.

This is why Carlo felt confident to go it alone after the government disagreed. Although he currently does not have power, he does not lack financial resources.

So where is Carlo now?

He is currently inspecting Marino's scientific research center.

On a fenced-in construction site by Lake Albano, Carlo was watching the construction progress on the construction site with the site leader, the future leader, and Tesla.

The buildings on this construction site are generally small buildings with three or four floors. The only one that is taller is the future complex building. Even this complex building is only five stories high. There is no difficulty in construction.

Along the way, the construction manager kept explaining to them the functions of their respective buildings. When they arrived at a four-story building. The person in charge pointed at Qi and said. "This is a laboratory prepared for high-frequency currents, and the building next to it is the power room equipped for power generation."

Although the person in charge of the construction did not know what these words meant, Tesla was knowledgeable. He looked at the building covered with wood and linen in front of him with great interest.

Carlo took a look at Tesla's performance and asked. "How's the progress so far?"

"Progress is going well and the buildings are expected to be delivered in another three months."

The words of the construction leader satisfied Carlo. Although in later generations such a building could be repaired in more than a month. But considering that times are different, it's pretty good to be able to complete it in five months.

There was nothing going on in the construction site. Carlo, Tesla and his team came out after staying at the construction site for an hour.

Although Tesla didn't show much, Carlo felt that he liked it here very much.

"do you like it?"

"Yes, this is a good place. The environment is very beautiful. It is perfect for vacation. It would be a waste to use it for scientific research."

Tesla's comments made many people laugh secretly. They didn't expect this person to be so humorous.

"You are wrong, Mr. Tesla. It is a waste to use it for vacation. Use such a beautiful environment for scientific research."

Carlo's words moved many people. They didn't expect His Majesty to value Ke so much. In this era where men are used as cattle, women as men, and children as women, there is still a king who values ​​people so much. (This is the result of improvements after the revolution of 1848. Before, men were treated as machines, women were treated as livestock, and children were treated as men. Many workers did not live past 40 years old.)

Although European countries are currently investing in science, except for particularly famous scientists, the living conditions of other scientific researchers are not that high, and they are generally only enough for one family.

After inspecting the construction site, Carlo and Tesla walked around Marino. Life in a small town was just pleasant. Because it is close to Rome, the town grows many fruits, vegetables and flowers, giving it a pastoral atmosphere.

Tesla was okay, but Carlo felt like he could just live like this when faced with such an atmosphere.

"Perhaps we can build a manor here and feel the atmosphere of life when we have free time."

When it was time to leave, Carlo couldn't help but have this thought in his mind. But when he thought that he was only 15 years old and it was too far away to talk about pastoral retirement life, he quickly gave up the idea.

It was quite fast to return to Rome from Marino, arriving in Rome in an hour and a half. After sending Tesla to the University of Rome, Carlo was ready to return to the palace. Currently, because the scientific research center is still under construction, Tesla is using the equipment of the University of Rome to conduct research on electricity.

After returning to the palace, Carlo first said hello to his mother, then looked at his brothers and sisters, and then went to his room. Although today's inspection was not long, Carlo was extremely happy. Because it represented his first influence on Italy in this era. Although it was made using family funds, it also represented the first step in a long journey of thousands of miles.

But before he could rest, Baron Filmicchi arrived.

Carlo currently attaches great importance to the former captain of the guard, because he found that the Baron is very useful and one of the few talents he can use. And Fili Mickey is also very good, very good enough to complete the tasks assigned by Carlo, and it is the same this time.

"Your Majesty, I have already found out the information you asked me to check."

Carlo's spirits were lifted by Filimicchi's words. "Tell me, how many people have not accepted the Prime Minister's invitation."

"Last night, three people rejected the Prime Minister's invitation. Among them, Secretary of State for Commerce and Trade Gulites and Minister of Agriculture Mark Ryder refused due to various physical reasons."

Carlo's eyes lit up when he heard this. "What about the actual situation?"

"According to what we know, these two ministers have not been feeling unwell recently, and they are still working and receiving guests today."

After receiving such good news, Carlo felt that he had a good day today. "Then who is the other person?"

"Your Excellency Depretis, he refused directly because he did not want to participate."

"Depretis?"

"Yes, Your Majesty."

"This is really good news for me."

Very happy to see Carlo, the former guard captain continued to provide the latest news.

"In addition, today, the news of Depretis' break with the Prime Minister spread throughout the city of Rome."

"Then does anyone speak up to clarify?"

"No, neither of the two parties involved came forward to speak?"

"Then this is interesting?"

Carlo thought about the reason. "Monsieur Baron, what do you think is the reason for this?"

Faced with Carlo's inquiry, Filimicchi spread his hands and said. "Your Majesty, I don't know. Because of this matter, without more sources, I dare not make a decision."

"It doesn't matter, just tell me your judgment and let me think about it."

"I don't think this can be fake."

"Where's the judgment?"

"Because this will cause division. In fact, both of them currently have the same political support. However, Prime Minister Cairoli has better luck. At this special time, Depretis does not want to see the other party gain too much support." Big rights.”

Although Filmicchi spoke in a rather obscure way, Carlo understood. That is, when the new king was unable to grasp the power, the regent gave up his power on his own initiative, resulting in the now astonishing power of the prime minister. And the key point is that the prime minister can be replaced, so someone took the initiative.

However, although Carlo knew this, it had nothing to do with him, and no one would come to him again on this issue. Even if they were looking for him, it would be his uncle, the Duke of Aosta, after all, the regent could at least give them a name.

Carlo also knew this, but he was a little unwilling to give up like this.

"Is there no other way?"

"Yes."

"You are at least three years older."

Then there is still no way.

Although Fili Mitch had no choice, it didn't mean that Carlo was going to give up. He thought of a candidate, and as long as he supported him, he would be able to do the same.

Just do it. Thinking of this, Carlo immediately prepared to continue writing letters. As long as the national hero supports him, he can still increase his sense of existence.

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