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   Chapter 756 753 [The British royal family in exile]

Madrid, Spain.

  The British King Charles I was cut off by Cromwell, and his wife and children all went into exile.

  In the middle school history textbook, it tells about the restoration of the Stuart dynasty. Charles II, the protagonist of the restoration, was enjoying himself in the manor at this time, drinking and drinking until the dark in the daytime.

   "Charles, you can't do this, you should cheer up." Mother Maria tried hard to persuade.

  Since he is only a prince in exile, he cannot be called Charles II. His real name is Charles James Stuart.

  Charles, who was only in his early twenties, smiled drunkenly and said, "Mother, I know, I will regain the throne. But this does not affect my drinking. When I wake up tomorrow, I will practice riding."

   This guy has been in exile since he was 12 years old, worked as a beggar, and slept on the streets. I have also learned crafts, worked as a craftsman, and have a lot of messy skills.

  Over the years, his character is precocious, cynical, and dissolute.

   Once you get the money, you must enjoy it to your heart’s content. Anyway, let’s spend all the money first.

  The mother, son, brother and sister first sought support from France. His mother, Maria, was the aunt of the King of France.

  But King Louis XIV of France has not yet been in power, and the relationship between the Queen Mother of France and Maria is not good, so the French government refuses to help them restore.

  So they went to the Netherlands again, because the younger sister of Charles II was the old mother of the Prince of Orange. It is a pity that the Prince of Orange, who is still wearing crotch pants at this time, has been abolished from the Dutch ruling position, and cannot provide effective help at all.

   In desperation, the family ran to Spain for help.

  Halfway, Charles II's younger brother, James, chose to separate from his family and resolutely joined the French army (that is, James II).

  Maria said in a serious tone: "Spain refuses to provide support, we have to go to Italy again. You are not allowed to squander the remaining money, otherwise we will not even have enough travel expenses."

  Aristocratic relatives gave money along the way, and Charles II enjoyed it when he had money, and went into exile when he ran out of money.

  The quality of life of this family is either noble or beggar.

  Charles smiled eccentrically and said: "Mother, stop fantasizing. The Medici family and the Duke of Savoy are unlikely to give us any support. Of course, we can get some money. The last thing they need is money."

  Maria's sister, married to the Duke of Savoy.

  Mary's mother was born in the Medici family.

   "Mom, brother!"

  Princess Elizabeth in exile suddenly rushed in, surprised and said: "I heard from the nobles in the city that the Chinese envoys are in Portugal and have brought many Chinese noble knights. If we can get help from China, maybe we can restore the country!"

Maria's eyes lit up: "It is said that the emperor of China was once an exiled prince. He had the same experience as us! Those who came to Europe are only Chinese envoys. I am afraid they dare not make their own claims. But we can go to China and persuade China The emperor, let him send an army to defeat the rebel Cromwell!"

   Charles, who was drunk, also became excited: "China should be very interesting, and it must be interesting along the way. Maybe you can go to explore primitive islands."

  Maria was very speechless to this son, heartless, and didn't care about restoration at all.

  In fact, even if Charles became Charles II, he was still so heartless.

  He has superb political means, can always resolve crises easily, and is humorous and tolerant. But as long as it doesn't interfere with his enjoyment of life, he doesn't care about anything.

  As a king, his wife was infertile, and he didn't bother to divorce and remarry, but he had more than ten sons with his mistress. The legitimacy of the illegitimate child is too low, and he will definitely not be able to succeed, and he doesn't care about it. Anyway, enjoy yourself until you die, and let your younger brother return to the country to be the king after death.

  The family soon left Spain by boat and went to Portugal to ask to see the Chinese envoy.

  Maria went to seek help, but Charles simply wanted to visit China. The prince, who has been in exile since he was 12 years old, is used to the world. He does not hope for anyone, and his philosophy of life is to enjoy life to the fullest.

  …

   Lisbon.

  The Chinese mission has been staying for more than half a month, attending banquets twice in three days, during which they also took time to conduct consultations and negotiations.

   Zhang Ruifeng signed the Treaty of Lisbon with João IV on behalf of the Chinese court:

  First, China recognizes Portugal as an independent country and recognizes João IV as King of Portugal.

  Second, Portugal recognizes Macau as Chinese territory, and the two countries no longer have any disputes over Macau.

  Third, the ports of China and Portugal, including overseas ports, are open to each other and give each other preferential tariffs.

  The treaty is short, but absolutely fair.

  China became the first country in the world to recognize the independence of Portugal. Joao IV was ecstatic. On the day the treaty was signed, he sent diplomats to European countries.

  He wants to announce the news and let the whole of Europe know!

   "Mr. Messenger, has the Chinese prince married a wife?" King Joao IV asked expectantly.

  Marriage is very important in Europe, and Joao IV has a headache because the European royal family disdains marriage with Portugal.

  His eldest son can only marry the daughter of a noble in the country.

  His eldest daughter and second daughter are twins. The eldest daughter has died, and the second daughter is still unmarried.

  The three daughters have also reached the age to marry, and they are also not interested in the European royal family—the Princess Catalina, who later married Charles II of England. At that time, Charles II, who had just been restored, was not recognized by European countries, so he happened to be a match with the Portuguese princess who was not wanted.

  Zhang Ruifeng was noncommittal, and politely evaded: "His Royal Highness, the crown prince of our country, already has a marriage contract."

  Joao IV persevered, and asked: "What about the other princes? As long as they are Chinese princes, my two daughters have reached the age of marriage."

  Zhang Ruifeng said: "This...I need to return to China to give a performance to Your Majesty."

"Don't worry," King Joao IV said with a smile, "my youngest daughter, Catalina, is not yet fifteen years old, and she has time to wait for news from the Chinese royal family. When Mr. Envoy returns to China, I will send diplomats to follow me to discuss The marriage of the two countries."

  Now that the diplomatic treaty has been signed, Portugal has nothing to miss, so Zhang Ruifeng formally bid farewell.

  Joao IV said: "It is exciting that the two countries have established diplomatic relations. Please stay a few more days, Mr. Messenger, and I will hold a grand banquet!"

   Zhang Ruifeng wanted to roll his eyes when he heard it. Over the past half a month, the mission has figured out the situation in Portugal. Overseas colonies were lost one after another, domestic commerce was controlled by the Netherlands, and the local population continued to be lost. Many rural areas were sparsely populated. Under such circumstances, is the king still in the mood to hold banquets every day?

  If it weren’t for the ability to **** blood in the colonies, the country of Portugal would have collapsed long ago!

  Joao IV felt that a grand banquet must be held.

  He has been working diplomatically for years, but has been unable to make progress. Now, a big country has finally recognized the independence of Portugal, how could it not be celebrated?

   "Your Majesty, the British royal family in exile asks to see you." The court minister hurried over.

  Joao IV wondered: "The British royal family? Who are there?"

  The court minister replied: "Queen Mary, Prince Charles, Princess Elizabeth, Prince Henry, Princess Anne. They... want to meet the Chinese envoy."

  Joao IV understood it instantly, and said with a smile: "Arrange them to meet the Chinese envoy."

  João IV was eager to establish diplomatic relations with the United Kingdom, but Cromwell took the opportunity to rip off and force him to sign unequal treaties from all aspects of economics, military affairs, politics, and religion.

  Seeing the content of the treaty, Joao IV's lungs were about to explode.

   Now is the right time to let the Chinese get in touch with the British royal family. If the British royal family can be restored, Portugal will take the opportunity to establish diplomatic relations with Britain. If it cannot be restored, there will be no loss to Portugal, and it can make Cromwell sick a few times.

  The two parties met at the Portuguese Royal Palace.

  Prince Henry and Princess Anne are just kids at this time. Only Queen Mary, Prince Charles and Princess Ilya White really showed up.

Maria took a pair of children and pulled her skirt to salute the Chinese envoy: "It is a great honor to meet with the distinguished Chinese concubine and Mr. Chinese envoy. I am Maria, Queen of England, this is my son Charles, and My daughter Elizabeth."

  Since the British side is a queen, Lu Tianxiang is just right to receive her. She smiled and said, "It's a pleasure to meet you. I already know what happened to you, and I deeply sympathize with it."

Maria did not ask for help directly, but flattered her and said: "I have always heard that Chinese nobles are elegant and beautiful. Today, I saw Her Royal Highness, and I realized that it is true. Your Highness's beauty can no longer be described in words, and only His Majesty the Emperor of China , to marry such a perfect wife."

  Lu Tianxiang smiled faintly. She still had a scar on her face, which was left from the war with the Arabs. Although the scar is very shallow, it can be seen at close range, which somewhat affects the appearance.

  This queen in exile doesn't even know how to flatter her.

  Lu Tianxiang asked: "I heard that Madam was a French princess before?"

  Maria replied: "Louis XIV, King of France, is my own nephew."

  Lu Tianxiang asked again: "The ruler of the Netherlands is the wife's grandson?"

  Maria replied: "The contemporary Prince of Orange is indeed my grandson, but he was illegally deprived of the honor of ruling the Netherlands by the damned Dutch businessman."

  Lu Tianxiang asked again: "Madam is from the famous Medici family?"

  Maria replied: "My mother is indeed named Medici."

  Lu Tianxiang looked at Zhang Ruifeng, Zhang Ruifeng already understood.

  They have been in Portugal for more than half a month. Apart from attending banquets and negotiations, they are also frantically inquiring about things about Europe.

  The British queen in exile in front of me can be taken in completely, and can be used in many places.

  Lu Tianxiang stopped talking, Zhang Ruifeng said: "Your Highness, we are going to visit various countries. If it is convenient, can Her Highness come with us?"

   "Of course!" Maria was overjoyed.

  (end of this chapter)