"…This is the current situation. Your Majesty, please immediately arrange for a special envoy to visit France, Romania, and Austria to resolve the Allied Powers' attempts to disintegrate our "Imperial Alliance."
On January 21, Prime Minister Qian Degong made this proposal to His Majesty the Emperor on behalf of the Cabinet.
A few days ago, when the situation in Persia was getting worse, news came from the European continent that Britain, in addition to sending secret envoys to hold secret talks with Germany, Italy, and the United States, had also proposed a marriage to France - the British princess would marry the French emperor.
After an emergency meeting, the cabinet members believed that at this critical moment, the allies should not be allowed to become alienated, and decided to use both kindness and force - the force was that the empire should organize a naval review to demonstrate the empire's strong maritime power; the kindness was to send a special envoy to visit.
In fact, there was another option - to marry with France, but no one rationally mentioned this matter. After all, the affair between Emperor Zhu the Great and Queen Mother Eugenie, and even the bloodline of Napoleon V, have been circulating in countries around the world.
Although this rumor would be self-defeating once the princess got married, but... no one dared to mention it, and no one would mention it, because if it were true... the person who proposed it would definitely have a ruined future.
"During this visit, we should promise the interests of the allies after joining the war and conduct final negotiations... Of course, although these have been agreed upon long ago, in order to consolidate the alliance, some interests can be coordinated, such as the 356mm naval guns and nickel steel armor manufacturing technology that Rome and France are eager to obtain."
Emperor Zhu nodded slightly:
"That's good. These technologies are what they desire. Now the Empire has mastered the 380mm naval gun and carburized armor steel technology. The 356mm naval gun and nickel steel armor manufacturing technology can be transferred to them..."
The Empire's technology transfer to its allies has always been limited. At least it is necessary to ensure that the Empire has a generation or half a generation of advantages. This is a preventive measure. After all, there are no eternal friends between countries, only eternal interests.
"Your Majesty, we must do our utmost to stop Britain's attempt to marry Crown Prince Edward and Princess Maud to the French royal family..."
Qian Degong knew the card France was playing, but in his opinion, the French emperor's marriage was still unresolved, which was a hidden danger to the empire.
Today, the British idea of marriage will definitely not succeed, but what about the future? In the future, if other countries deepen their relationship with the French in this way, thus forming an enemy of France and the Empire, then the Empire will definitely pay the price.
Who can guarantee the future?
It is for this reason that Qian Degong did not dare to bet on this issue, so he made this suggestion.
"Of course we will stop him! And no matter what, Napoleon V will never marry Princess Maud."
Are you kidding?
Even if we put aside the conflict of interests with the empire, Emperor Zhu would not allow the marriage with Britain to happen simply as a father.
What is Victoria's nickname?
European grandmother!
Almost all European royal families have her descendants, but it was that girl who spread hemophilia throughout the European royal families, causing them to suffer greatly. The country that suffered the most was Russia!
The Crown Prince's hemophilia was even one of the direct reasons for the collapse of Great Russia!
As a father, how could he let his child marry a hemophiliac, causing the bloodline of the imperial royal family to be polluted and corrupted by them, and then endangering the entire family?
Besides, Judy and Britain had a grudge for killing her brother. Even though she was not opposed to a political marriage, the British princess...had to avenge Eugene first. In fact, the most direct reason why Judy had not married yet was that she had no suitable partner. There was no need to consider the Ming Empire, as they were all her half-sisters. As for the Austrian Habsburg family, they had a history of inbreeding and had bad genes. Elizabeth's son who died for love was a typical psychopath. Judy naturally did not want the royal bloodline to be polluted by them.
As for Russia, there was a suitable candidate - Xenia Alexandrovna Romanova, but she was the daughter of Alexander III. The problem was that her aunt, Maria Alexandrovna, was married to his brother.
According to Chinese saying, there is a difference in seniority! Of course, Emperor Zhu would never allow another marriage between France and Russia.
After all, after Britain, strategy and the disintegration of Russia became the top priorities of future work.
These reasons intertwined together directly led to the delay of Judy's marriage.
"I think the matter of the French Emperor's marriage must be resolved after all, after all..."
Why is it that the emperor is not anxious but the eunuch is?
Isn't this just that you are busy with your own affairs and yet you ask about other people's affairs?
"Qian Qing's family, that is the business of the French royal family, what does it have to do with the empire!"
His Majesty's reminder made Qian Degong lower his head and say:
"Yes, I have overstepped my bounds. Your Majesty, please make a decision as soon as possible on the matter of sending a special envoy."
Emperor Zhu, feeling a little tired, nodded:
"Approve what you have suggested. As for the selection of candidates, you can decide for yourself."
The female official beside her nodded to Qian Degong:
"Prime Minister, His Majesty needs to rest..."
Qian Degong bowed knowingly and said:
"Yes, Your Majesty, please take care of yourself. I will take my leave now."
As soon as Qian Degong left, Emperor Zhu let out a long sigh. Qian Degong's reminder was indeed a wake-up call - the French emperor had not married yet and had no children, which was indeed a hidden danger!
What if there is an accident? Wouldn't that be making things difficult for others?
No, this matter can't wait any longer.
Just at this time, a female official dressed in Hanfu came in and reported that the Crown Prince wanted to see him.
"Send him in."
As soon as Zhu Youlin entered the room, he bowed deeply:
"Your son greets His Majesty."
"No need to be polite,"
Emperor Zhu asked:
"When I went out, I saw Qian Degong."
"I saw the money minister."
Zhu Youlin nodded and said:
"The Prime Minister should be here for the situation in Europe..."
"Yes, there is one thing I want to hear your opinion on."
Emperor Zhu then told Napoleon V that he had not yet married and expressed his concerns.
Listening to His Majesty's analysis of the benefits of Napoleon V and his descendants being in power for the empire, Zhu Youlin said, "His Majesty Napoleon V has always been extremely friendly to the empire, and it is conceivable that his descendants will continue the pro-Ming policy. However, until now, his marriage is still unresolved, which is indeed not good for the empire, um..."
After thinking for a while, Zhu Youlin suddenly smiled and said:
"Father, I have a suggestion. I wonder if it is feasible..."
"explain."
"Marry into the House of Bourbon-Orleans!"
Zhu Youlin's suggestion made Emperor Zhu's eyes light up. After the July Revolution of 1830, the Bourbon dynasty was overthrown again. After the compromise between the Republicans and the Royalists, the throne was inherited by Louis Philippe, Duke of Orleans, a branch of the Bourbon royal family, and the rule of the Bourbon-Orleans branch of the Capetian dynasty of the Kingdom of France or the Orleans dynasty, also known as the July Monarchy, began. It was later overthrown in the February Revolution of 1848, and the Second French Republic was established. Then Louis Napoleon restored the French Empire through elections, but this did not prevent the Royalists from supporting the Orleans family.
"The so-called royalists in France are protecting the throne of the House of Orleans. Until now, they still have extensive influence in the domestic political circles. If His Majesty Napoleon V can marry them, it means the integration of the two families, which is also conducive to the political stability of the French Empire."
Emperor Zhu Da agreed with his son's suggestion and nodded in praise.
“Your suggestion is very good!”
It is more than just good, it is simply appropriate. The marriage between the Napoleon family and the Orleans family can directly bridge the divided political arena in France. The royalists can directly integrate into the Bonapartist faction, and the power of the Republicans and other factions will be insignificant.
"If the Orleans family has someone of the right age, they can find a way to make this happen. This is definitely a good thing for France..."
This is a good thing for Judy. As a father, what has Emperor Julius Caesar worried about the most? The impact of the internally divided political environment in France on Judy's throne.
Even if my nominal father and brother have shed sweat and blood for France, so what?
After all, the Bonaparte family did not come to power in a legitimate way!
When the day comes when the French forget the sweat and blood that the Bonaparte family once shed, Judy's throne will be in danger.
But right now, marriage is an opportunity...
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