Start 1861: I Just Inherited the Dutch Throne

The time came to 9pm at the Greek Palace.

The scene returns to the banquet in the Greek palace.

The provocation of the two crown princes was just a small episode in front of rulers such as William IV, William III and Queen Victoria who controlled the political power of a country.

However, these small details happening in front of you can be understood at a glance.

The King of the Netherlands is about the same age as his eldest son, but his control over the current situation is very subtle.

Queen Victoria became increasingly wary of William IV.

So after she suppressed Crown Prince Edward, she looked at William IV with burning eyes: "Napoleon III is not a good person. I don't think France will suffer this loss easily. The Netherlands may need to be prepared for this?"

It seems to be a good intention, but in fact it seems to be extending an olive branch, with the intention of asking the Netherlands to stand in line with the UK.

King William III of Greece was somewhat moved. He agreed to marry Britain in order to find a reliable European power as a backer for Greece. It is currently difficult for the Netherlands to help Greece.

The Ottoman Empire has always been resentful about the fact that Greece broke away from the control of the Ottoman Empire with the support of Britain, Russia, and Austria. Therefore, the threat to Greece from the Ottomans is real.

If Greece moves closer to the UK, it will be easier for the Netherlands to move closer to the UK.

However, what greeted him was William IV's shaking head and a wry smile.

Apparently his father knew that William IV had rejected Queen Victoria's offer.

Sure enough, William IV said: "Prussia has a good relationship with us. I think Queen Eugenie is a smart person. France can't even beat Prussia at the moment. If they add the Netherlands, then they will be even more difficult. Her Majesty, if You are Queen Eugenie, the regent of France. Will you choose this time to go to war with the Netherlands? In other words, I think she knows how to choose."

Queen Victoria secretly thought: Yes, France is currently facing the pressure of Prussia's army and it is difficult to win. Will they provoke the Netherlands again? Isn't this a disease? There is a saying in the Far East—it is never too late for a gentleman to take revenge.

If it were her, she would first try to appease the Netherlands, in order to settle the scores with the Netherlands after a peaceful armistice with Prussia in the future.

The other people were not stupid, and they all thought about this problem, and suddenly they secretly felt that Holland might be able to escape due to France's current inability to escape.

Suddenly, a question came to her mind and she couldn't help but said: "No, Napoleon III is a very respectable person, just like Napoleon I. Will he be willing to provide temporary comfort to the Netherlands?"

Yes, several other people have thought that Napoleon III is famous for his violent personality and love of face. The Netherlands has just made a show of France. With the character of Napoleon III, whether it is for face or to maintain his dominance in front of the people. , it seems difficult to compromise.

Crown Prince Edward and Crown Prince Frederik subconsciously rekindled a glimmer of hope that had just died. They wanted to take France's revenge on William IV's Netherlands, so that they could extinguish the hatred in their hearts.

Unfortunately, William IV once again disappointed them.

"The Queen has said it, that is Napoleon III. At present, it seems that the one who makes the decision in Paris is not him but Queen Eugenie. Of course, there is also Queen Eugenie and Prime Minister Banchard."

William IV hinted meaningfully: "I think people in Paris understand the preciousness of peace better than people on the front lines."

William III immediately breathed a sigh of relief, while Queen Victoria's eyes dropped heavily, and then quickly raised, her eyes glowing. She looked around at the other people. William III and Queen Sophie seemed to be much more relaxed, Edward and Frederic. Although the two of them concealed it well, who she was, she couldn't see the disappointment and unwillingness in their hearts.

Daughter Louise was calm, but the slight trembling of the eyelashes under her eyelids clearly showed that she was not at peace inside either.

Finally, her eyes fell on William IV.

"Sure enough, being young is good, you are brave and resourceful," she praised, and then said to William III: "With him in charge of the Netherlands, your Excellency will have no worries. I'm so envious."

A pun.

William III smiled and said, "Yes, currently my energy is completely focused on Greece and him."

William III showed his fond eyes on William IV, "I have completely let go for many years. He has been the King of the Netherlands as early as December 1861."

William IV smiled, but remained silent.

However, Queen Victoria did not intend to let him go. "The current regent of the Netherlands is Queen Alexandra. William IV is really at ease with her."

She said to William III and Queen Sophie: "We have been married on March 10, 1863, and have had a son and a daughter for 6 years. The third child is almost 5 months pregnant. The two of them have such a child who is both fertile and capable." My daughter-in-law is so lucky.”

Queen Sophie's expression suddenly changed slightly, and Britain's Crown Prince Edward was not much better.

The eldest son manages the Kingdom of the Netherlands for his daughter-in-law, which can be said to eclipse her mother-in-law.

Prince Edward naturally has such trust in the person he admires, William IV. Apparently, his mother Queen Victoria warned him, look at the deep love between husband and wife, and the power of national governance can be easily transferred like this. How can you compare with others? ?

But what Queen Victoria didn't notice was that Princess Louise's hot eyes flashed away beside her, seemingly unmoved. However, she happened to be caught in William IV's eyes and smiled in her heart. Sure enough, she was still her. The two sons of power are enough to make people attractive.

"Queen Alexandra is famous for her beauty and fashion, and has created many famous fashion luxury brands in Europe. In the past seven years, a large number of fashion luxury brands have been established in the Netherlands in Europe, the Far East and even the Americas.

As far as I know, they are all today's brands that have gradually developed under the name of Alexandra. Major consortiums in the Netherlands have controlled and supported them, and the industry has gradually taken shape. Therefore, they are also the same brands that were once supported by Queen Alexandra. There are quite a few fashion brands offering free rides. "

Queen Victoria praised: "Currently, members of the European royal family and aristocratic women take luxury goods from major Dutch brands with them when they go out. It can be said that a queen is actually used by Her Majesty to such an extent. It is a miracle. In London, not only Few people are studying the Dutch model of easily establishing an industry economic model and learning from the Dutch model.”

At this time, Princess Louise raised her handbag and said: "This is the latest Louis Vuitton bag in Europe. One costs almost 120 pounds. This is the annual income of the British average. It can be called the current The most expensive bag brand for attending European ladies’ banquets”

She continued: "The most popular perfume in London right now is called Royal Cologne. It has become the royal perfume of various countries, and aristocratic women are rushing to buy it.

It has already become a status symbol for ladies among the upper-class European aristocracy. His Majesty William IV heard that this perfume shop called Royal Cologne Brand (logo: Guerlain) headquartered in Amsterdam is preparing to launch the latest style. By then But remember to ask Queen Alexandra, the boss behind the scenes, to ask this store to send more goods to Athens."

Happy Mid-autumn Festival!