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- "Baron Skeleton, it turns out you are nothing more than that. The only thing I can't figure out is why you became a legend?"
When Elizabeth asked this childish question, Sir Monlington and General Rosen had to suppress their smiles and wait for how Ernst Brahm would answer this question.
Wang Weiyi said seriously: "Maybe I have never encountered a powerful opponent like you before."
"If I can defeat you on the battlefield, I will be happier." Elizabeth smiled like a flower: "Just like Joan of Arc."
Lord Monlington and General Rosen were dumbfounded. As a future heir to the British throne, he actually wanted to worship his former enemy?
"If this were to spread, it would really undermine the majesty of the royal family of the British Empire.
"Your Highness, Earl Gray Tea, your favorite afternoon tea." Fortunately, the arrival of the butler resolved the embarrassment.
After the three of them sat down, Sir Monlington was a little confused: "Her Royal Highness, you should be in Scotland now, why do you have to join the army? War is not a very pleasant thing."
"The whole of England is fighting, and I am no exception." Elizabeth's expression was very serious: "As a princess of the English royal family, only in this way can we inspire the courage of all England to fight to the end. My father and I have begged for a long time, and finally With his permission"
It is undeniable that Elizabeth is still a very brave woman.
This character probably comes from her mother.
Elizabeth was 13 years old when World War II broke out, and she and her sister Princess Margaret sought refuge in Balmoral, Scotland. At that time, it was suggested that the two princesses should seek refuge in Canada, but their mother objected: "The children cannot leave without me, I cannot leave without the king, and the king cannot leave under any circumstances."
In 1940, Princess Elizabeth made her first broadcast, targeting all evacuated children.
Wang Weiyi took a sip of Earl Gray tea and found that it was not to his taste. He put down the cup and heard Elizabeth say again: "When Prime Minister Churchill reported the matter to my father. I heard some rumors, such as the United States has declared war on Japan. , such as the Skeleton Baron arriving in London."
Speaking of this, she glanced at Wang Weiyi: "To be honest, not only me, but about half of the British people in London are interested in Baron Skeleton. Of course, I used some royal privileges. I was lucky enough to meet Baron Skeleton." Well, I hope that the next time I see him on the battlefield, the Baron will stop asking me and let me truly experience his bravery."
Wang Weiyi smiled and had a good impression of Elizabeth. She is naive, but she is not stupid. Even very smart.
She knew very well that even if ten Elizabeths were put together, they would not be able to match the Skeleton Baron. The Baron was just giving in to her like everyone else.
But after this "duel", coupled with the jealousy of those who did not witness it, it is obvious that Elizabeth, the future heir to the throne, will add a mysterious aura to herself because of the "duel".
This is probably the real purpose of the seemingly reckless Elizabeth
good. A very smart girl Wang Weiyi thought so in her heart.
"Will you go to the regatta tomorrow, Sir Monlington?" Elizabeth suddenly asked at this time.
"Ah, of course, my racing boat 'Prince Daubert' has been preparing for this event for a long time." Sir Monlington became interested, and then he said to General Rosen: "Rosen, your What's the preparation for 'Hound' this time?"
General Rosen shrugged: "I don't expect to get a good ranking. Sir Monlington, I know you hired a very good rower, Burrows. And I? I am not such a good rower."
Wang Weiyi was confused on the sidelines?
Regatta? In December weather?
Probably seeing Wang Weiyi's doubts, General Rosen explained: "Your Majesty, Baron, this is a tradition. A rowing race is held before winter is coming. Anyone with a rowing boat can participate. Ah, I forgot. Yes, Your Highness. I heard that you also found a good rower this time?"
"Are you talking about Lu Geyi?" Elizabeth looked a little helpless: "Poor Lu Geyi, he is sick, and now there are no rowers on my 'Royal Princess'"
"That would be a failure of Philip's good intentions. I heard that Lu Geyi was the rower personally selected by Philip for you." General Rosen said somewhat ambiguously.
ah. Philip? Is that the future husband of Queen Elizabeth? ???Wei Yi thought quickly.
The acquaintance between Elizabeth and Philip is quite legendary.
The future Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was originally named Philip von Schleswig-Holstein-Zonderburg-Gl¨¹cksburg. Born into a declining royal family in Europe. His father, Prince Andrei, was the fourth son of one of the seven sons of King George I of Greece. His great-grandfather was King Christian IX of Denmark. His mother, Princess Alice of Battenberg of Hesse, was the great-grandson of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. Daughter, he was a prince of Greece and Denmark before marrying the queen. When he was young, Philip was over three meters tall and his eyes were a very rare "steel blue" color. It is said that it was with these charming eyes that he conquered the heart of Queen Elizabeth.
1939. At that time, King George VI and his family visited the Royal Naval School in Dartmouth, where 18-year-old Philip was studying. Young Philip took his cousins ??into the garden to play croquet and tennis, which was the first meeting between the future Queen of England and her husband. During the game, 13-year-old Elizabeth noticed Philip's athletic skills. As King George's yacht, the Victoria and Albert, sailed away from Dartmouth, Philip "commanded" a small rowboat, rowed at full speed alongside the royal yacht, and paid tribute to the Victoria and Albert. Ignoring the increasingly severe warning signs, the future Queen Elizabeth II watched with interest as the handsome young man with blond hair rowed vigorously while his father, King George, shouted "What a bloody fool" and The Queen of Yugoslavia, who was standing on the edge, was embarrassed when she heard the king's curse. Finally, she let Philip leave under the commanding voice of "Uncle Dickie" Mountbatten.
Elizabeth seems to be very sorry that her rowing boat cannot participate in the competition. This is probably a competition that the British upper class takes very seriously.
At this time, Elizabeth¡¯s eyes strangely fell on Wang Weiyi. Then he asked: "Your Excellency, Baron, can you row a boat?"
"Ah? You know a little bit." Wang Weiyi quickly realized what Elizabeth meant: "But, I don't understand anything about competitions."
The expressions of Sir Monlington and General Rosen also changed. This is really ridiculous.
Who is Ernst Brahm? That was the legendary Skeleton Baron, the Generalissimo of the German Empire, stomping his feet. The man of influence who makes the European continent tremble is the most distinguished guest in Britain!
If Elizabeth really wants to use that idea, it will cause serious dissatisfaction among the guests, and may even cause some diplomatic disputes.
However, before they could stop them, Elizabeth had already opened her mouth and said: "You don't need to know anything. The only thing you have to do is win the championship. Hey, Baron, I am short of a rower now, and you happen to know how to row. Will you be my rower?"
This time, Sir Monlington and General Rosen were really shocked. Their eyes all fell on Wang Weiyi, for fear of causing Baron Alexon to become furious.
The strange thing was that Wang Weiyi didn't look angry at all. Instead, he asked with interest: "So, what good can I do? Ah, I have to remind you first, Your Highness, I have no interest in money." ¡±
Princess Elizabeth immediately responded: "So. What do you need to be my rower?"
"Look, I don't want to show off, but I am the Generalissimo of the German Empire after all. If I act as your rower, it will make people laugh." Wang Weiyi blinked: "In other words, I represent Germany. Do you think it's appropriate for a German baron to act as rower for an English princess?"
Princess Elizabeth was speechless. She just suddenly became interested and suddenly made such a request that seemed definitely unreasonable.
It¡¯s really a shame. If it were really possible to hire the famous Skeleton Baron as his rower, it would cause a sensation all over the world.
¡°My name is bound to be known to all of Europe.
Unfortunately, if I think about it carefully, my idea is too unrealistic.
However, Wang Weiyi then said slowly: "It's not that there is no solution."
Princess Elizabeth suddenly became excited.
Wang Weiyi smiled faintly: "I can be your rower, and I will try my best to help you get a good ranking, but the only requirement is that I want to own the boat. What is the name of this boat? I have to own the 'Royal Princess' Half of the Royal Princess racing boat, even though a rowing boat isn't worth much and, when the race is over, you have to announce it publicly."
Sir Monlington didn't even think about it, and immediately shook his head quietly to Elizabeth.
?Ernst Brahm was so cunning. If the "Royal Princess" was jointly owned by a future heir to the throne of England and a German baron, it would cause an uproar throughout Europe.
Many people will immediately see this as a change in the relationship between Britain and Germany
Although Sir Monlington is pro-German, it does not mean that he is a traitor. Such a thing must not be announced before the issue between Germany and Britain is properly resolved.
However, Elizabeth didn't seem to see Sir Monlington's expression at all. Instead, her face was full of infinite expectation: "Are you telling the truth, Baron?"
You must know how sensational it is to have Skeleton Baron participate in the competition for you, but not everyone can have such an opportunity.
She probably didn't think about the impact that letting Baron Alexon own the "Royal Princess" would have.
Or, she has some other intentions
Elizabeth seemed very interested: "I agree with your request, but I also have another request. You must win the top three in this competition before I can announce it."
Wang Weiyi smiled and nodded.
To be honest, he was not sure of getting a good ranking when he was training before. I have indeed practiced rowing, which requires strength and skills. With my own skills, my ranking will not be much worse.
¡° Moreover, my most important goal is not to win any ranking, but to own a yacht with Princess Elizabeth.
Even if Elizabeth has not announced it by then. He will also find a way
Lord Monlington and General Rosen were stunned. They had never expected such a result. It's terrible, it's really terrible. This will definitely cause a disturbance, and maybe it will be a big disturbance.
Elizabeth¡¯s absurd idea will throw Europe into chaos. But what's even more terrible is. Baron Alexon seemed unwilling to give up such an opportunity at all.
The Skeleton Baron is so smart, he knows when to seize what opportunities. Once an opportunity arises, he will never give up.
Now, a difficult problem will soon be placed in front of the British people, especially the British government
The current King of the United Kingdom, George VI, is called "Bertie" by his family. Before he ascended the throne, he was called "Prince Albert" by the public. He was the second son of George V and Queen Mary. In 1920 he became Duke of York, Earl of Inverness and Baron of Killarney. At that time it seemed that he had no chance of inheriting the throne because of his older brother. The popular and intelligent Prince Edward was ahead of him in the line of succession.
Because of this, Prince Albert was allowed to serve in the Royal Navy during World War I and had greater freedom in choosing his wife. In 1923 he finally married Elizabeth Bowes Lyon after being rejected many times. Since they were unlikely to inherit the throne, the couple was able to raise their two daughters, Elizabeth and Margaret, in a more normal environment.
Albert was very shy and suffered from a severe stutter throughout his life. He was very unhappy when he learned that his brother, who succeeded Edward VIII in 1936, had finally decided to abdicate due to marriage issues and that he would inherit the throne. He ascended the throne in Westminster Abbey on May 12, 1937. And changed his name to George VI. In doing so, he complied with Queen Victoria's wish that no British monarch be named "Albert" after taking the throne. On the other hand, he also re-established the public by using the same name as his father. Confidence in the Royal Family.
Two years later, the Second World War broke out. The royal family, which had a low reputation at the time, hoped to become a role model in leading the country to victory, and they were indeed an important factor in maintaining the fighting spirit of the British people during World War II.
Now. The king, who suffered from a severe stutter, looked at his daughter Elizabeth with loving eyes: "He agreed?"
"Yes, father, he agreed." Elizabeth nodded: "And it's just as you imagined. He made some requests in order to show in front of everyone that Germany and Britain are easing war tensions."
When she said this, Elizabeth had a look of reverence in her eyes.
King George VI smiled slightly: "Yes, just as I expected. Tell me, what kind of person is Baron Alexon?"
"He?" Elizabeth thought for a moment: "A very young, very charming man. Father, I have to admit that he can make many women fascinated by him. His conversation is a true gentleman, but the only thing that makes me What I can¡¯t figure out is why you would use this method. Even Mr. Prime Minister doesn¡¯t know.¡±
"My child, I must?Do this. "King George VI put away his smile: "I was forced to take this position, and now, the burden on me has become heavier and heavier. Similarly, the pressure faced by Britain has also become heavier and heavier. . Maybe Churchill didn't tell me, but I know the current situation in Britain very well. Baron Alexson came with the sincerity of peace, and he also received the support of many people. However, many people in the country still opposed any form of negotiations with Germany. Churchill and Monlington both shouldered a huge responsibility. Under such circumstances, someone needs to share something for them, and that person is me. "
Elizabeth said in a daze: "But this will damage your reputation."
"Is that important, my child?" George VI smiled again: "I should not have been sitting in this position, but since I have become the King of England, I must be responsible for this country, no matter what. What price will I pay? Elizabeth, when this matter is announced, it will cause a sensation and put the opponents into a very embarrassing situation, and I am also ready to abdicate. "
"What? Father, you can't abdicate!" Elizabeth shouted: "This is not fair, not fair!"
"Elizabeth, don't get excited." George VI still smiled calmly: "Nothing is absolutely fair. Each of us has to do something to end the war. When I abdicate, you will become the Queen of England. I hope you Remember what I said to you. God has given us this right, and all we can do is cherish it."
Elizabeth looked at his father, and suddenly, a line of tears flowed out. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users, please read it.) - Didn't finish reading? Add this book to your favoritesI'm a member and bookmarked this chapterCopy the address of this book and recommend it to your friends for pointsChapter error? Click here to report
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