After exiting the airport, Albert I praised Bo Yata and Browning, especially Browning.
He shook Browning's hand excitedly and said:
"Thank you very much, Mr. Browning."
"If it weren't for your new design, we might not have secured the production rights for this equipment, which is very important to us."
"I will remember your contribution to Belgium. If you have any requests..."
"It's my duty, Your Majesty," Browning replied.
Indeed, that's how he felt. As an American, he didn't feel the notion of "contributing to the country" for Belgium; he did it more for FN Company and for his own benefit.
Albert I understood this. He glanced at Bo Yata, hinting him to spend some effort retaining this talent.
Bo Yata nodded in understanding.
This did not need to be told by Albert I. Since Browning designed the first pistol M1900 for FN Company, the only thing the company's owner had to consider was how to make Browning stay with FN.
