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King Charles had made it clear that any attempt to explore the Americas would be viewed as treason. On the other hand, the chance to open up new lands would secure his place in history, not to mention the profits that would result He’d left no hostages for Charles to threaten him with. In a way, he was like Charles; greed had won out.
    “Your Majesty, when I learned of the Ring of Fire and the knowledge that had come from the future, I took a chance. I realized that a man who took advantage of the lessons written in those books and the information they contained could change the world. I sent someone I trusted to research the trade that evolved from the settling of the new lands. I believe you mentioned you knew of Captain Foxe the last time we spoke. He returned with a treasure trove of information. He has already undertaken one successful voyage of discovery and learned the hard lessons that exploiting these new resources will involve. What I propose is an expedition to settle the lands in and around Hudson’s Bay and places between here and there. The wealth of gold, steel, furs and fish that these lands hold is beyond comprehension. My associates,” he pointed to Saul and Reuben, “represent the House of Abrabanel and are the main investors so far in this endeavor. What we intend to do is avoid the mistakes so many others made and insure the settlers are well supplied and numerous enough to survive their first two years. We are seeking support to insure that success.” He paused to let the King ask questions.
    Instead, Christian surprised him. “I am well acquainted with Grantville. I too have received information on what the future holds. My efforts were more toward what would benefit Denmark in the future. It seems that France, too, has obtained knowledge of the future and is taking steps to strengthen herself, I fear, at the expense of the rest of Europe.” He fixed Sir Thomas with a stare. “You do realize that where you’re proposing to go is now all part of New France? Even as an ally of France, I doubt the Cardinal would approve of my officially sending an expedition there.”
    Sir Thomas smiled. “It’s been  claimed  by many parties. Even Denmark has some history in this area in the past. So far, no one has bothered to do anything about this area. France’s record so far has been abysmal in protecting her interests. She couldn’t even stop two freebooters from capturing New France for England. She had to depend on English charity to get it back. If we successfully plant a settlement there, we would control the area. We’re not asking for Danish military support, simply funds to do the job ourselves and a port to ship our goods to when we are ready to start trading.”
    Christian looked unconvinced. “How do you plan on coaxing people to such a desolate region? As you’ve said yourself, Richelieu can’t even settle the lands south of there.”
    Reuben stepped forward, an animated smile on his face. Sir Thomas froze, praying Reuben wouldn’t sink all their hopes. Reuben bowed, “If I may Your Majesty?” He pulled out a broadside from the case he’d brought and passed it to the King. It was a copy of a recruiting broadside Captain Foxe had found to bring settlers to Canada. “We intend to repeat what worked extremely well in the future. These regions would be known for the gold they held and we intend to spread that message far and wide. In the future, gold rushes brought thousands to hunt for gold. In the end, they settled down to work the land when the gold ran out. We will take anyone interested and charge them for the privilege of passage. As long as they have food and tools, they can work the land. We know where the minerals are and will control the wealth by controlling the valuable land.” He bowed again and sat down. Sir Thomas let out a silent sigh. Reuben had been listening to some of what he’d said. He’d just added a little embellishment.
    The King looked toward the two