Hardy Empire 1945

After the money matter was settled, Hardy still needed to do one more thing. He telegraphed to the White House to inform President Johnson of his plan to become a British citizen.

President Johnson is his ally, and Hadi's acquisition of foreign nationality is definitely a big event, so it is necessary to tell Johnson that if there is any bad influence on politics, it is irresponsible to the allies.

In the telegram, Hardy explained the reason for obtaining British citizenship, which is to obtain the ownership and autonomy of the Cayman Islands, so that he can start business in the future.

After President Johnson saw the news, his first reaction was that if Hadi could really get the autonomy of the Cayman Islands, it would be a good thing for the United States.

South America is the hinterland of the United States, and the Cayman Islands is an enclave in the center of the Caribbean Sea. Although there was no problem before, if the competition with the United Kingdom intensifies in the future, the United Kingdom will set up a military base here, which is also for the United States. very uncomfortable thing.

Cayman is not small, more than enough for a military base.

If Britain sets up an overseas military base here, it is equivalent to standing behind you with a Mao, ready to poke your ass at any time.

Now that Hardy has obtained the autonomy of Cayman, it can be regarded as eliminating a hidden danger for the United States, which is definitely a good thing for the United States.

Johnson wrote back, supporting Hardy's approach.

As for Hardy joining the United Kingdom, he will switch to the United Kingdom, Johnson has never considered it.

As a capitalist, making money comes first, and they will only be loyal to money. Johnson called back and told Hardy that he could rest assured to do things according to his own ideas.

So far,

Things were no longer in the way, and Hardy was ready to close the deal.

right at the Ministry of Finance,

The two parties completed the land purchase transaction. Hardy purchased the ownership of three islands in the Cayman Islands for US$10 million.

at the same time,

Wells Fargo signed a loan agreement with the Bank of Scotland to loan 50 million to the Bank of Scotland for a period of 5 years, calculated at normal interest.

Next, the financial investment department of the Hardy Group purchased 60 million U.S. dollars in five-year treasury bonds in the United Kingdom.

Hardy completed the payment, and the British side moved quickly, applying for British citizenship for Hardy. In the civil affairs department, Hardy took the oath in front of the British flag.

I, Jon Hardy, solemnly swear in the name of God that on becoming a British citizen,

I pledge my allegiance to His Majesty King George VI, and to his heirs and successors, in accordance with the law.

I will be loyal to the United Kingdom, respect its rights and freedoms, I will support its democratic values, I will earnestly abide by its laws, and fulfill my duties and obligations as a British citizen.

Now there is only one last ceremony left, that is, the British royal family confers the title of Hardy and grants him a fiefdom.

According to the past rules, the bestowing ceremony is only twice a year, and many people will be bestowed at one time, mainly for British officials, such as the prime minister, the justice, and those who have made outstanding contributions to the United Kingdom, and even businessmen, actors, architects , police, lawyers are all possible.

Bill Gates was once knighted, and many people in Hong Kong have also received British knighthoods.

Hardy originally had to wait a few months to be conferred with the others, but unexpectedly, the British royal family notified Hardy that they would arrange a separate conferment ceremony as soon as possible to complete Hardy's conferment. Bestow.

can only say,

Money is powerful.

Another point,

Recently, the status of the United Kingdom has been deteriorating. People feel more and more that the former world leader has declined. The United Kingdom needs something to boost morale. It also tells outsiders that the United Kingdom still has a deep foundation, and rich people like Xiang Hardy are willing to join the United Kingdom.

Hardy is definitely a big celebrity in the United States now, and his reputation is more widely known than the heads of many consortiums.

Mainly due to ABC TV.

And his legendary family history made Hardy a representative of the American dream.

A well-known rich man like Hardy announced his naturalization as a British citizen and was knighted. The government and the royal family felt that it would be very helpful to improve the image of the United Kingdom.

The knighting ceremony was held at Buckingham Palace.

There are a lot of British aristocrats here today, including the prime minister and several cabinet members, in addition to the US ambassador to the UK, the Japanese ambassador to the UK, etc.

The conferment ceremony was made public, and hundreds of reporters were brought in, including reporters from the New York Times, Washington Post, and Global Times.

Witnessed by everyone, Hardy knelt on the soft couch with one knee, George VI dragged his sick body, and put the sword on Hardy's shoulder.

Medals are then awarded.

From this moment on.

Hardy will become 'Baron Hardy' of the British Empire.

at the same time,

George VI announced on the spot that he would grant the Cayman Islands to Baron Hardy as a fiefdom. Many people present were very surprised, because the British royal family had not really bestowed a fief when it had conferred titles for more than ten years.

certainly,

Those who know the truth know that Hardy spent 120 million US dollars in order to get those worthless islands.

And it's an overseas territory.

Not worth the money at all.

The royal family and the government exchanged a few worthless islands for 120 million U.S. dollars. This business is absolutely profitable.

The others came up to congratulate.

Prime Minister Attlee smiled and said: Mr. Hardy, the government will issue you an official governor's document later. Congratulations, Your Excellency Governor Hardy.

The governor of Hadi is the governor for life.

Hardy smiled, I will accept your jurisdiction from now on.

This sentence is just polite. As an autonomous territory, it has a very high degree of autonomy, and the British government generally cannot control Cayman.

The US ambassador to the UK also came up to congratulate him, and asked with a smile: Mr. Hardy, I really didn't expect you to become a British baron and get an autonomous territory. How do you plan to develop the Cayman Islands in the future?

It has been turned into a tourist attraction, and the casino business is also planned to be moved there. In the future, we Americans will have another place to visit, but we can't tell outsiders about these things. Hardy said in a low voice.

The ambassador smiled and nodded.

Understood, then I wish you a prosperous business. He said and raised his glass.

thanks.

At this moment, a guy with an oriental face and a tuxedo came over, bowed respectfully to Hardy and said: Mr. Hardy, congratulations on becoming a British Baron, Governor of Cayman, I am Ichiro Maeda, the Japanese ambassador to the UK.

Mr. Ambassador Maeda, hello. Hardy replied lightly.

Mr. Hardy, the Japanese side asked me to tell you that the company situation and investment list you want us to prepare have been prepared. I wonder when you are going to Japan to give us economic guidance?

You send the materials to the United States first, and I found other consortiums to go to Japan together. These materials will help them prepare in advance. Hardy said.

Yes, I will inform them to send the materials to the United States.

After greetings, everyone prepared to take pictures.

George VI, Crown Prince Elizabeth, Princess Margaret, and many dukes and nobles are ready to take pictures with Hardy.

Just when Hardy stood in the crowd, Princess Margaret next to him saw that Hardy's collar was curled inside for some reason, she didn't think much, reached out to help Hardy take it out, and even stroked the collar of the collar. Corners smoothed.

Hardy didn't care either.

These days, I have had a lot of contact with Princess Margaret. During her diplomatic period, she brought Taylor to see her many times, and they have already become friends.

But this scene is very extraordinary in the eyes of outsiders.

The princess reached out to help Baron Hardy smooth his clothes. The relationship between the two seemed very unusual. This scene was also seen by the reporter. The sensitive reporter quickly pressed the shutter, and Princess Margaret smoothed the corner of Hardy's clothes. A scene was captured.

Everyone stand up.

Today Hardy is the protagonist, so he is standing next to George VI, Princess Elizabeth is on the other side, next to Princess Elizabeth is his husband, Prince Philip, and next to Hardy is Princess Margaret.

Other nobles stood further out.

Crack~!

The photographer presses the shutter and the frame freezes.

Since then, the world's first Baron Hardy, the Governor of Cayman, was born. People still don't know what changes the future Governor of Cayman will bring to the world.