Chapter 119 My Bride-to-be
"Ho, what a cute little guy... Hello, little Prince Hubertus..."
In front of the baby cradle decorated with exquisite patterns, Charlotte bent over and teased the little prince who was just three months old with a happy smile. The slightly fat German crown prince Cecilia has a kind and maternal love. After 4 and a half years of marriage, she and Prince William have added three healthy and lively princes to Prince Hohenzollern. Such a prosperous population will make many European royal families envious.
Crown Prince William has lived a happy and harmonious marriage life. Among the princes and princesses, the second son Aitel and the fourth son August have been married one after another, and have not had children yet. The third son Aldabert, the fifth son Oscar and Princess Louise have no clear marriage partner yet. The closest marriage is the sixth son Joachim. Miss Charlotte Hill from the UK moved into the Prince's Castle, which is well known in the upper reaches of Germany. Although some conservative people think this is a bad fate that should be settled early, and some even exaggeratedly say that she is a dangerous bomb buried by the British deliberately, most people still accept their brave and persistent feelings and call her a "bride-to-be" of Prince Joachim.
On the side, Xia Shu stood side by side with his brother William, who still looked a little similar. The proud heir to the throne looked at the ladies by the cradle. After careful dressing, Charlotte not only dressed well, but also had a beautiful and charming face.
"After staying intimately for so long, I still feel that she is the person you are looking for in this life?"
The crown prince’s words contained multiple meanings. Natsuki thought about it and replied with certainty: “Yes, she is that person, and she will not regret changing in this life.”
"I am a good man with a loyal relationship and a firm will." The crown prince smiled.
Xia Shu looked at Charlotte. For her, she resisted the temptation of beauty and tried every means to overcome many difficulties. In order not to make her feel lonely, Xia Shu took her to her as much as possible whether she went out for inspection or technical meetings. After a few months, the two were really separated for no more than two weeks. Their attachment and trust allowed them to spend many nights together, but Xia Shu always sticks to her promise and does not cross the boundary between men and women. Even though she was so worried about Zen, Xia Shu still saw a trace of gloom in Charlotte's originally bright and clear eyes, but the words could not touch the worries in her heart, which made Xia Shu gradually feel a little uneasy.
"Since you have considered all the consequences clearly, my dear brother, take advantage of the opportunity tonight, and I will help you win the grace of your father and mother." Crown Prince William said.
Of course, Xia Shu knew the "all consequences" that his brother said, just like the heavy price paid by the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Ferdinand, to stick to the marriage, his descendants forever lost the right to inherit the throne. In addition, their children will also be "lower" everywhere in the royal circle, and it is not surprising that they are mocked and ridiculed.
Although the road ahead is still bumpy, Natsuki felt deeply relieved when she looked at Charlotte's innocent smile when she teased her baby.
“I really hope we can live a carefree life from now on.”
"Yes." Crown Prince William put his arm on Natsuki's shoulder and said confidently and hesitantly: "One day we will get rid of the troubles of our old enemies and become the most powerful country in this continent and even the entire world, a carefree life will surely come to each of us."
"That day was too far away!" said Xia Shu, "We might all be old that day."
"Is that right?" The crown prince turned his head and looked out the door, and the sky was red and red.
Xia Shu followed and his eyes looked at the bright sunset: "Maybe, who knows?"
After nightfall, the magnificent main banquet hall of the Berlin Palace seemed sacred and solemn under the illumination of crystal chandeliers. Direct members of the Hohenzollern royal family and their families sat around the long dining table and prayed Christmas under the leadership of the family leader, the German Empire and King William II of Prussia. During the meal, according to previous years' practice, the emperor and the queen would give sacred blessings to the royal family members.
"Crown Prince William, my heir, in the past year, we have been delighted to see the commanding temperament that appears from you. You will surely become a great person. I wish you and your Crown Princess happiness and fulfillment, and I wish your children healthy growth."
"Ed, I am honest, honest, simple and kind prince. We have seen all your efforts. We will always be proud of you. I wish you and your princess happiness and sweetness forever. Uh, keep working hard. I hope that at this time tomorrow, we can see the little Aitel who is as strong as you!" This is a gift to the second prince Aitel. Unfortunately, depending on the physical condition of a certain party, he and his wife have not been childbirth for life in history.
"Al, I am a humorous and knowledgeable prince. Your down-to-earth and personal style is as always. Your career in the navy is full of hope. In time, you will definitely become a very amazing person. I wish you good health and find a good partner as soon as possible." This is a gift to the third prince Adalbert. According to the historical trajectory, he will get married in three years. The wedding was held in a hurry on the 5th day of the outbreak of World War I. He gave birth to two daughters and one son, the eldest daughter died, and the second daughter married an American lawyer, while the little prince inherited his family business and gave birth to one daughter and one son, so that the family blood could continue.
"Aug, I am a knowledgeable and generous prince, the Hohenzollern family with the highest degree, your path is unusual and sometimes you need to deal with people with dangerous thoughts. In any case, you will always be our pride. I wish you to become a dazzling star in German politics as soon as possible, and I wish you and your princess a good harvest of love as soon as possible." This is a gift to the fourth prince August, but what makes the German royal family difficult to say is that this prince has a homosexual tendency and has too close relationship with his adjutant, which will become the decisive reason for the breakdown of his marriage with the princess.
"Oz, I am agile and unruly prince. Your equestrian is getting more and more advanced and handsome. The girl who loves you is enough to form an infantry regiment, right? Don't give us a surprise one day! I wish you a good army commander as soon as possible." This is a gift to the fifth prince Oscar. In history, this eccentric Prussian prince married 4 days earlier than the third prince Adalbert. At that time, World War I had just broken out. During the war, he fought bravely but was not lucky. His two injuries only won him a few medals. His command ability and personal reputation were not widely recognized. After the war, he actively participated in politics but achieved few results. He had three sons and one daughter. His eldest son was killed in the early stage of World War II.
The humorous words with the fifth prince Osk made the slightly serious atmosphere a lot more liven up. Then, the German Emperor and the Queen turned to Xia Shu, who had already held Charlotte's hand. The two stood very close, looking like a newlywed couple showing their love.
William II was wearing a gorgeous military dress, and his carefully combed Hu looked particularly energetic. His eyes were on Xia Shu for a while, and his expression seemed a little complicated. After a moment, he said:
"Joheng, my beloved little prince, the peerless treasure of the Hohenzollern family, and the genius sword-caster of the German Navy. In the past, people were accustomed to comparing you with famous historical figures. Now, they can no longer find a precedent for you that has extraordinary talents in mechanical technology, ship design and military strategy like you. We must be proud of you... Although you have given us a big and small problem."
As he said that, the German Emperor turned his gaze to Charlotte. Before this, the Crown Princess and the Princess had never received his separate gift.
"Miss Charlotte Hill from England, you are a person who makes me and my subjects very curious. We want to know what makes our little prince turn a blind eye to thousands of German girls, but fall in love with you at first sight?" William II spoke in English with a heavy accent but quite smooth. On such occasions, his question was not to ask the other party for answers, but to emphasize his tone.
"The regret is that I have written three times to your King George and to your Duke Hill, and hoped that they would fulfill Johen and your feelings with sincerity, but I do not want to see this as a personal disrespect for me and contempt for Germany, but I cannot give up my dignity and pray for their kindness. Miss Hill, if you love our Johen sincerely and are willing to sacrifice everything for him, then, are you willing to accept a wedding without family?"
After sending the question, William II quickly added: "Of course, when you get married, all of us here will be your family."
The always arrogant and conceited German emperor was willing to negotiate the same thing four times. Natsuki knew that he had indeed shown his greatest sincerity. Although such a wedding was very indecent, it just reflected his greatest tolerance for this relationship.
It was Charlotte's turn to express his opinion, and Xia Shu was very nervous. The few seconds waiting for her to speak seemed to have become an extremely long torment.
"Because my arrival has brought some harm to Your Majesty, you and your country, I am deeply sorry. In fact, for a long time in the past, I only had one thought in my heart, that is, to be with the person I truly love, and not retreat even if I endure many setbacks. But I gradually realized that this idea is selfish and irresponsible. Each of us has an innate role. God has given us different thoughts and abilities, which has given us different responsibilities and missions. In order to be with me, Johen is willing to take risks and endure external criticism and criticism. I am very moved by this. For this precious relationship, I think I should do something."
Speaking of this, Charlotte turned his head and looked at Xia Shu. Although Xia Shu didn't know what she wanted to express in the end, she felt that bad worries were becoming reality.
The German Emperor and the Queen looked at Charlotte in surprise, waiting for her later words.
She took a deep breath and said quickly: "I want to give Johen a perfect wedding, a wedding that is sincerely blessed by both families."
After saying that, she turned to look at Xia Shu again with a hard-working smile.
Sincerity and brilliantness made Xia Shu feel suddenly frustrated.
"They won't agree." He said softly, as if a child who has been neglected repeatedly complained about his parents' ruthlessness to others.
"Give me some time." Charlotte first said to Natsuki, and then to the German Emperor, "Please give me some time, I will definitely convince my family."
Xia Shu found it difficult to do so, and Emperor De thought that he had the same view.
"But……"
At this time, Charlotte showed great courage: "For me, Joheng can move you and let you accept this unpopular relationship, so for Joheng, I must also let my family change their minds."
While the German Emperor and Natsuki looked at each other, Queen Victoria, who had been silent, spoke: "The British are famous for their conservatism and stubbornness. If a group of British people can change their minds, it will not only prove Miss Hill's sincerity, but also show that she is a person worthy of Johen."
Charlotte made such a decision without discussing with him in advance, and in front of the German Emperor and the Queen, Natsuki stopped him angrily: "I don't think this is necessary!"
"John!" said the German Emperor with a solemn expression, "I think we should give Miss Hill full respect, otherwise, she will leave endless regrets in her life. Do you have the heart to see her spend the rest of her life in such regrets?"
Xia Shu gritted her teeth: "It's OK to try to persuade her, but I firmly disagree with Xia Luo's return to the UK."
"I didn't say I wanted to go back to England!" Charlotte responded in a pleasant voice.
Xia Shu stared at her.
"I just said that I would like to persuade them to have a wedding after changing their minds, and that I would not go back to the UK, at least until I can ensure that I do not lose my personal freedom." She smiled confidently and wisely.
"Look, how nervous we, Johen, are you, lest someone take you away from him," said Crown William.
Everyone laughed.
Xia Shu blushed embarrassedly, as if he was really just a young man who had just turned 20 years old.
The German Emperor said cheerful and extremely serious: "Since that is the case, we will make a sacred engagement for this young man who loves each other deeply and is brave and intelligent: when the members of the Hill family come across the sea, we will hold the most grand wedding in Berlin, and offer unreserved blessings to the union of the Prussian prince Joachim and Ms. Hill in Thetford, England!"
Chapter completed!