Chapter 1124 New Conference Room
The conference room in Harris's new house in the middle of the Black Lake is different in style from the entire mansion. As a first-time visitor using it for the first time today, the first impression when arriving here is that it is a bit small because there are only 300 people here. Seventy-seven seats, but no one knows the real number, because the blue benches do not use armrests to separate each seat, so it may be able to squeeze in more people-others who are interested in magic The people studied recognized that the seamless expansion of the room was controllable, so when there was no room to sit, it could theoretically be expanded into more space, enough to ensure that all participants had a place to sit. .
There is a long bronze line running through the debate hall under the front rows on both sides. They are about the length of three broomsticks apart to ensure that the two sides of the debate will not start moving their hands if they disagree. The conference hall is a triangular structure instead of the common semicircular structure. In such a triangular debate hall, the area near the north is the seat for Harris, while the other two sides can be freely and conveniently used for debate, discussion and decision-making - because it is easy for individuals to change their so-called left and right positions, but Crossing the floor requires careful consideration.
The wizards sitting on the left and right sides were not only the senior leaders of the Umbrella Group, but also the family forces that had followed the Harris family before and the wizards who were the first to get close. Those wizards who stayed in Germany also came from their hometowns to sit there. In front of those new wizards.
As the patriarch of the Harris family, Owen's seat is unique. It is located on the central axis of the north face of the triangle. This patriarchal chair is seven feet high. The top of the seat is engraved with the Seal of the All-Seeing Eye, as well as a raven head carving. It looks very comfortable with its armrests and footrest seat, and is stuffed with bird feathers that are usually used to make fine quills.
In the entire seemingly symmetrical conference hall, there is a separate chair at the entrance with a different direction from the other benches. Penelope Crevat is sitting on this chair with her wand raised. She is responsible for the When the situation cannot be controlled, she suppresses the riots and maintains order and safety. At the same time, she is also the only wizard who can hold the wand in this room - but judging from the current situation, this means more It is a ceremony and honor given to the red umbrella department head from the ceremony.
The meeting has been going on for a long time, but although these wizards looked a little tired, they looked very excited. Mrs. Letizia Krivat, sitting in the middle seat on the left, took advantage of her husband's answer to Owen's question, From time to time, she glanced at the special position where her daughter was sitting, and she realized that the Harris family valued and respected Penello, which made her feel very satisfied.
"Revising the law must also take into account the changes in physical location and the impact of the energy core caused by the city's modern ascension state..." Although Mr. Crevat attended the wizard meeting for the first time, he had already given the Muggle officials He didn't seem nervous after serving for a long time. "The completed beginning also needs to be reworked and checked... This is not something that can be solved in a short time... We have to avoid loopholes..."
Hearing that the revision of the law had not yet been completed, the red-nosed wizard Grimson and the old guys beside him looked at each other silently. Although they did not dare to say it clearly, these old stubborns still understood what each other meant - these Muggle jobs The efficiency is far less than that of wizards. It took so long for the law to start, and it also had to be redone because of the floating city...
Lunn, who was sitting not far below Owen, stood up: "Father, Flippe...Mr. Crevat has tried his best. In fact, seven laws have been formulated before this. I personally think they are far more rigorous than ordinary wizard laws." There were more, but things changed and Mr. Crevat decided to start over..."
Hearing the meaning of Lunn's words, the red-nosed wizard Grimson and the old guys beside him looked at each other silently. Although they did not dare to say it clearly, these old stubborns still understood each other's surprise - these Muggles actually They have never heard of making the law so troublesome. They have never heard of any magical world's laws that were revised seven times just to get started...
And more wizards were silent in the audience but shocked in their hearts - listening to this tone, Owen seemed to have plans to replace all laws, and they couldn't figure out how their big boss could pass so many laws at the British Ministry of Magic. Law, even if Harris now controls the Ministry of Magic.
"Mr. Crevat, your rigor is admirable... This is not a rush. You have enough time to make it perfect. I hope its existence can change some bad habits in the magical world..." Owen said to comfort himself, then looked away and asked , "So, next topic, how is the international response now, John?"
John Bartha stood up and adjusted the round glasses on his face: "It's not clear yet. The magic governments in many countries are not so efficient and have not made decisions. They are just in chaos... However, the International Magic Government recently The Cooperation Department received a delegation from Madame Maxime, a representative sent by the French Ministry of Magic... They seem to hope to formally establish a more friendly cooperative relationship with the British Ministry of Magic..." Mr. Bassa paused, "Their real intention is to use the British Ministry of Magic to The official power of the Ministry of Magic... On the line between Harris and Hogwarts, Madame Maxime expressed the attitude of their ministers. The French are willing to use some of our optional sacrifices in exchange for nuclear technical support... ."
"There is no need to say more about this kind of 'good news'..." Owen said solemnly, "John, tell me something more urgent. In addition to this kind of country that is trying to have good relations with us, what are the plans of those opponents?"
"Minister, many countries have not yet reached a final conclusion, but the overall plan cannot be limited to three types. Those neutral factions who feel that the matter has nothing to do with them have become a minority in the magic world since the rise of the floating city. They just want to show us So willing to pay the price and give in... Of course, more countries are not convinced, and they are trying to unite to put pressure on us to make us surrender..." More John looked up at Owen, who was looking up, and saw that he didn't respond. Shaking her short blond curly hair, she continued, "Germany has banned the shipment of magic potion herbal raw materials, and many African countries have also banned the sale of magical animals to us... and have begun to try to pass bills to allow businessmen in their countries to protect themselves. The orders and transactions have been made illegal..." Mr. Barcelona nodded to Penello, who was sitting at the door of the meeting. "In addition, according to the report of the Red Umbrella Department, they seem to be trying to contact pure-blood families in the UK and want to take advantage of it. After Hogwarts floated, we stayed at the original site of Hogsmeade Village and supported them in the matter of Umbrella's alleged monopoly. They tried to use this method to force us to compromise. In addition, they seemed to have formed an alliance and strengthened each other's influence. trade orders to reduce economic losses."
Discussions erupted in the family meeting. Although Harris's internal leaders knew some of his own forces' plans, many people seemed not to be prepared for such a tense relationship with the magic community around the world.
"Everyone, be quiet." Mr. Basa pressed his hands down, and the wizards who were still arguing with red faces looked at the patriarch's confidant.
"Everyone, what follows is our response." Barcelona waited for the scene to quiet down for a while before speaking calmly, "In the face of trade protectionism and extreme pressure from these countries that want to unilaterally bully, we plan to It's very simple, just to counterattack cleanly... As for the ban on sales... we will contact his competitors such as the second venue and provide some tariff concessions to ensure that we get their orders as a replacement... If it is from certain countries Special products, our method is to give some benefits to third-party countries...pay something through them to meet our basic needs..."
"It's a good plan. Don't think about making money at this moment. It's more beneficial for us to pay some benefits in exchange for time... But we have to be careful about the terms of payment. UU Reading www.uukanshu.net Many countries will take advantage of the opportunity to rob or sell people's feelings. Let us compromise on the core issues." Irving nodded, and then said in a loud voice, "Trade friction will indeed bring us some pain and trouble in the short term, but in the long run, if we survive the transition period of nuclear power, etc. When our magic items begin to be produced in large quantities...that's when the countries that try to suppress us pay for themselves..."
Irving's answer shut up some wizards who opposed Barcelona. They are basically famous in the manufacturing industry. Although they have been nominally integrated by the umbrella, in fact these business wizards are still very concerned about this kind of trade war. It was planned, but because the patriarch set the tone, the entire conference room was still silent and there were no opponents.
Owen glanced at everyone and nodded: "Then, let's start the next discussion..."
"Wait! I have something else to report! About the TV station!"
Xenophilius twisted up without waiting for anyone else's reaction - he had specially dressed up for today and put on the egg-yellow robe of the same color as his hat. The color was dazzling, and his white hair was also With his braided hair hanging down on his shoulders, he straightened the long tassel of his hat on his head, stood up, and saluted as if inviting others to dance.
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