Start 1861: I just inherited the Dutch throne

Chapter 681 A family of six in the palace

Kingdom of the Netherlands, Australia, Melbourne.

"What does this have to do with Spain?" Prince Jacques asked.

"Of course it does matter. Spain was once the hegemon in Latin America and one of the world's maritime hegemons. Spain lost its hegemony in the Anglo-Spanish naval battle, but it cannot lose its position in South America, and Britain has always They are both the biggest threat to Spain and the biggest obstacle to its re-emergence. If Spain can watch Britain lose its position in South America, then Spain may even put a knife behind its back. Spain does not mind sending troops to help the Netherlands in South America. America attacks Britain.

Besides, Spain does not need to send many troops, thousands are enough. For Spain, which has 40 soldiers, this is just a drop in the bucket."

Princess Anna analyzed it logically.

Queen Alexandra was overjoyed when she heard that her eldest daughter Anna had grown up. At the same time, she also agreed with Anna's views.

If Spain intervenes, even if the United Kingdom is unwilling to do so, it does not mean that it will not surrender. Even the hegemonic United Kingdom will have to consider whether it will be too difficult for the United Kingdom and the Netherlands to deal with Spain at the same time.

At this time, her eldest son, Prince Albert, smiled and added: "Spain previously wanted to go all out in construction in the Philippines. Currently, more than 300 million immigrants from Spain have arrived in the Philippines, which is only half of the 600 million local indigenous people. , but it is a great improvement compared to before, and now the Spaniards have firmly controlled the Philippines."

Princess Mary asked doubtfully at this time: "Isn't this just right? In the past, they were far away from our Dutch mainland in Europe. Now they have immigrated many people to the Philippines, which is similar to Sulawesi in the East Indies of our Kingdom of the Netherlands. Recently, the Netherlands is fully developing its economy and Spain is developing the Philippines. I think that even if the Netherlands asks Spain to seek their support in South America, they will not hesitate, because currently in the world In other words, I think the country that has the most similar ideals to the Netherlands is Spain, and compared with the United Kingdom, Spain poses a much smaller threat to the Netherlands."

The 8-year-old Princess Mary's explanation surprised everyone.

However, I thought that Prince Jacques was also 8 years old, but he was also so smart and his sensitivity to politics was amazing.

Queen Alexandra and William IV couldn't help but look at each other, both smiling with relief.

At this time, the eldest son, 14-year-old Prince Albert, interjected: "Spain can help the Netherlands. This is true. This time, the British hideouts were annihilated in South America. The intelligence secretly supported by Spain contributed a lot, but That is to say, because it is secretive, it means that Spain will not easily offend Britain.

To be honest, a war between the Netherlands and Britain would be the best thing for Spain. It would be better than Spain itself fighting Britain. From our war with Britain, we can learn the details of the two countries, and then prepare for Spain's revenge against Britain and the future. Retaking Gibraltar was worth the Dutch sacrifice. "

The 14-year-old Prince Albert is 164 centimeters tall. When he stands, he is almost as tall as Queen Alexandra, who is 168 centimeters tall by the Danish standard.

It's because of good genes.

With the mixed bloodline of William IV, who is 185 centimeters tall, and Queen Alexandra, who is 168 centimeters tall, the heights of their children do not worry them.

"You all have made a good analysis. Spain is the main contributor to our attack on the British secret forces in South America. However, the most important result this time is not the loss of those British forces, but the downfall of Spain. "Towards us." Queen Alexandra pointed to the map and said: "Look at this world map. In the Pacific, the Spanish Philippines is just like our Alaska Peninsula and the Dutch East Indies and Australia in the south. An Optimus Prime supports our territories in the north and south.

The corresponding one is the Caribbean Sea.In mainland Europe, Spain is in southern Europe, and we are in western Europe, separated by France and the United Kingdom.The two countries united together could have a huge threat to both Britain and France.

Faced with this situation, Spain almost semi-publicly chose to stand on our side this time. For others, this is the most critical thing. "

Prince Albert and others were stunned, and then they woke up.

William IV said: "The UK seems to be struggling at the moment, but in fact it is just trying to create chaos in South America. Speaking of which, we are actually being taken advantage of by others."

Taking into account the backgrounds of his children, William IV said: "Don't believe it. In the past, everyone knew that the South American Union was dominated by the Netherlands, so all countries in South America except Brazil, Paraguay, Chile, and Uruguay followed. The Netherlands has an extraordinary relationship.

What now?With Argentina's disloyalty, the Netherlands almost lost its strength there. This is not only what the UK wants to see, but other countries in Europe also fully agree with the UK's various counterattacks against us. "

The 12-year-old Princess Anna understood the shyness and asked: "I understand, father, what you mean is that all countries are actually dissatisfied with the Netherlands' growing interests in South America, and accordingly, it is like a zero-sum game that makes the Netherlands fall." Who will retreat while countries develop their own strength in South America on the basis of the Netherlands?”

Not bad!

William IV looked at his eldest daughter with approval.

William IV looked at a few people, and then said: "There is no free lunch in the world, and there is no love that comes to your door for free. I believe we can make our own judgments. As a political-family symbol, you, the members of the Dutch royal family, are born with you." You must have more mission than others.

Strengthening the Netherlands and safeguarding the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Developing and strengthening the Kingdom of the Netherlands is what we strive for throughout our lives.

In order to develop the Netherlands, your grandfather finally passed the throne to me in 1861. Why, it was not because he was incompetent, but because he did not have the courage to face the British scruples and revenge.Of course, it’s more because I feel that I have more time to manage the Kingdom of the Netherlands, so your grandfather’s vision is quite good.”

Prince Albert asked: "Father, my grandfather and Uncle Frederick are currently ruling as kings in Greece, but there are very few wars, while we in the Netherlands have constant frictions. What is this? What’s the reason?”

William IV: "This is naturally because when we become stronger, we no longer care about others, but become jealous. Look at the schools where you study, and then look at the civilians who have attended elementary compulsory education schools. Do you think they Will I be jealous of you? I don’t think anyone can, and anyone who says they can’t is basically a hypocrite.”

(End of this chapter)