209 Tues. I’m going to die of boredom if I say it out loud.
“They promised to get married.”
Jackie answered, crossing my arms.
hehe, that’s good
Active expression of this man, my man.
It melts very quickly.
“So you’re saying you haven’t done it yet?”
Bella asked, raising the corners of her eyes to a half moon.
“Didn’t you hear I promised? I’ll do it soon.”
“Yes, yes. I’ll do it soon. Soon, soon. Ho-ho.”
Emphasizing the word “soon” several times, she pulled out a riding horse and left the foyer.
Jackie glanced at me with a smile and dragged Sirius out.
‘Laughing is not laughing.’
For a moment, it feels like bullets came and went between the two women.
It seems that the jealousy I felt when I saw Damian was nothing.
Grosbane Ranch was incredibly spacious, living up to its reputation as the best ranch in England.
No, should it be said to be worthy of the reputation of the wealthy Westminsters?
In any case, it is said to be the family estate to the end of the horizon.
“How are you, Mr. Jean?”
Bella’s question
“There are a lot of places like this in Australia. There’s not much to see.”
Jackie replied.
“Is it true? I heard that Ms. Jacqueline wanted to see you, so they all took a long step, but the people in her group will be sad to say that they have nothing to see.”
“If it had been a long walk, I wouldn’t have come. I came here because it was 30 minutes away. Ms. Bella’s grandfather recommended it so much.”
The fight between the two of them makes me bleed.
The setting sun on the plain seemed to herald a bloody war.
“But it seems you haven’t met Edward for a while?”
“Edward? By the way, when did you start calling me Mr. Jean?”
“Do you need permission for that? After spending this much time together, I think we’ve become friends. Don’t you, Edward?”
I licked my lips at Bella’s question and involuntarily nodded my head slightly.
I must say that I instinctively wanted to avoid getting involved in conversations.
“Hasn’t it been a year since you two met?”
When Bella asked the question again, Jackie narrowed her brow and asked.
“Why are you curious about that?”
“I asked because I was nervous, ho-ho.”
“I’m anxious, who says I’m anxious?”
“No.”
She kicked the horse and went ahead.
Then he suddenly turned around and asked me.
“Edward, we make a bet. Shipid and Hellmaster, grant wishes to the victor.”
“yes?”
“You promised! Okay?”
“No, there…”
Before she could finish her words, Bella started running through the meadow.
It was incredibly fast, as if he didn’t want to hear an answer.
“Edward.”
Jackie turned on the lights in his eyes and called me.
“Yes Yes?”
“You must win! Okay? You can’t lose to that girl!”
I’m going to win.
Why are you getting so hot?
“You have to win, Jackie is cheering you on.”
At that moment, she smiled warmly at my answer.
‘Is there another reason to win?’
Maybe this is more important.
***
Royal Dutch Shell.
It is a major oil refinery in the world oil industry and belongs to Seven Sisters.
Korea is not familiar with mainly importing Dubai oil, but even if you go to North America, Europe, or even Southeast Asia, you can easily find yellow scallops, the mark of the Royal Dutch Shell.
It is a mammoth company in the energy industry along with ExxonMobil of the United States.
“Wow, you still have no income…”
Royal Dutch Shell CEO Grant Shannon let out a long sigh as he put down the report.
“You know. It’s an area where it’s hard to achieve results easily.”
Jeff Sidron, the director in charge of new development, said as if to take a long look.
“You know, the Arctic is an easy place. But, as you know, the deadline promised with the US government is just around the corner.”
“Can’t the development period be extended a bit more?”
Grant shook his head.
“It looks like it will be difficult. It seems that they have decided to focus on shale oil.”
“It’s a good bet for oil that isn’t productive enough.”
“Isn’t it the US? They have the confidence to develop a technology that can increase profitability. And even if they fail, the loss will be borne by the private company, so there is little risk from the government’s point of view.”
“Isn’t shale oil an excuse not to extend the deadline to hand it over to ExxonMobil?”
Royal Dutch Shell is a British-born company, and ExxonMobil is an American company.
No matter how international an oil refiner is, nationality cannot be completely ignored.
“There was no information that ExxonMobil was moving. But maybe the US government is drawing such a picture.”
“Is this the last year after all?”
“Wait a minute. We’re lobbying some senators, so we’ll be able to confirm the intent of the US government soon.”
Jeff nodded calmly when asked to wait.
“Jeff, why don’t we go somewhere other than there?”
“I can’t even afford to move anymore. Why are environmentalists chasing after and arguing that the glaciers are melting because of Arctic development?”
“The environment is fucking Nimmy. We don’t have any oil right now, so we’ll have to starve to find out.”
“First of all, everyone is looking forward to the next drilling site. The data is pretty good, so this time it will pay off.”
“Please, bring me something, even if it’s a small thing. Then I’ll do something with it.”
“Okay. But what about the Brent oilfield?”
Grant’s face rotted at Jeff’s question.
“Don’t tell me. It seems that oil production will be cut in half from next year.”
“Yeah? Half? So suddenly?”
“The quantity is quantity, but it is because the quality is getting worse and worse.”
“Didn’t the British government say anything?”
“Why not? It’s a torch to find another oil field to replace it. But if that was easy, would we have worked hard to advance to the North Pole? They’ll have to find it on their own.
Although Brent Oil Field was entrusted with production by the British government, the proportion was high enough to account for 30% of Royal Dutch Shell’s sales.
However, the oil field was drying up, so they headed to the North Pole in search of a replacement oil field.
The Arctic contains 80 billion barrels of oil, about 13% of the world’s oil reserves.
In addition, the word ‘cold rush’ was emerging in each country because there are numerous natural resources.
It was literally just the beginning, but within four or five years, not only great powers such as the United States and Russia, but also some advanced countries were highly likely to jump in.
“Is the British government still not interested in Arctic development?”
“Because I’m not a member of the Arctic council.”
“You still have observer qualifications. Geographically, the North Pole is also close.”
“I’ve said it many times, but because of the US and Russia, I don’t pay much attention to it. The polar region seems to focus on Antarctica, where it has its own territory.”
“The Antarctic Treaty will be lifted in 2048, are you already focusing on that?”
“Until then, I think the North Sea will hold up.”
“It’s frustrating.”
Grant leaned back against the backrest and sighed.
“You know what’s more frustrating?”
“……?”
“The Queen wants to meet you. With the Brent oil gun.”
“Yes? Why all of a sudden?”
“They’re moving because they can’t find a solution in the council. She’s not a decoration like other royalty.”
The Queen’s direct interest means she puts pressure on Parliament.
It meant that if it was not resolved quickly, it would cause harm to the people, so hurry up.
“It’s not something I’m rushing, because I’m really tired.”
Grant’s heart was already pounding at the thought of meeting Elizabeth II.
***
St James’s Palace.
Before Buckingham Palace, it was used by the royal family and is said to be the oldest palace in England.
It was temporarily used by Queen Elizabeth to replace Buckingham Palace, which is now being renovated by the Duke of Westminster.
“When you see the Queen, keep your head down until he tells you to raise your head.”
On the way to the palace, Jerome gave a brief explanation of the etiquette.
In short, it was to act after the Queen’s permission.
“But will I be able to receive Seo-hoon today?”
“The preparations are ready. Whether the title will be awarded depends on today’s daring.”
The queen said she would meet me in person and make a decision.
Jerome explained enough, but he dismissed the need for a face-to-face meeting and made a seat.
The wait continued for over ten minutes.
Jerome says the queen always makes her wait even when she meets the prime minister.
He asked me for understanding by telling me that although it is a small ritual for ordinary people, that even a small ritual contains an intention.
“The Queen is calling you to come.”
At the words of the attendant, Jerome and I entered the queen’s office.
And he bowed his head from the top without making eye contact with her.
“Raise your head.”
I looked at her and saw a familiar face there.
Perhaps the most famous face of royalty in the world?
It is also the model for the Australian five dollar bill.
“This is Edward Jean. It is an honor to meet you, Your Majesty.”
“Nice to meet you. The peacock did a great job.”
“No, Your Majesty. As a vassal, this is your duty.”
We sat down with the queen at the table in the middle, and the attendants brought tea.
“Listen, Guain’s favorite tea.”
After her permission? I picked up the mug.
Earl Gray.
Black tea with bergamot flavor.
Tea with tannins is said to be good for health, but I drink it often, so I wondered if she was active at royal events even though she was 85 years old.
“I heard from the duke.”
“……”
“If the information you gave me was correct, it would have been more beneficial to connect with political figures, so tell me why you chose Kwain.”
“Profit is enough for the consignment contract of the newly developed oil field. I want to be honored.”
“If you go through that title, you will be able to put your name on the seo-hun list, right?”
“Even with the same title, the weight is different. I wanted to give meaning to the fact that His Majesty personally selected and awarded the title.”
The queen smiled softly and opened her mouth.
“A title is just a title, and it doesn’t really make a difference if the gwain chooses it. Maybe it’s because of the Royal Dutch Shell? You don’t know how far their influence in the political world goes.”
No, my purpose is to twist the course of Robert Bardock, which will come later.
To do that, I have to go through the merit review panel so that I can hide the fact that I received the honour, even if it’s not perfect.
Of course, that doesn’t mean she’s wrong.
I couldn’t figure out how far the Royal Dutch Shell, which was born in England and had close ties with the government for over 100 years, had reached.
From what has been confirmed so far, it has been confirmed that the prime minister is clearly related to them.
“The Queen’s insight is admirable.”
Was it because I had a father who didn’t even want to?
The queen smiled and said.
“The Brent oil field has been a godsend for my home country. But the depletion is coming in the next few years, and neither Parliament nor the Royal Dutch Shell are making sharp marks.”
“……?”
Why are you telling me everything you know?
“That’s why I called Grant Shannon, the CEO of Royal Dutch Shell, here today.”
After taking a sip of the tea, the Queen spoke slowly.
“Whether or not to accept your offer will be decided after hearing Mr. Shannon’s answer.”
what answer?
You mean if the Royal Dutch Shell suggests another way, you’ll get out?
I’m going to die of boredom if I say it bluntly.