Start 1861: I Just Inherited the Dutch Throne

William IV looked at Charlie Beale and Tolbeck, and looked at the Belgian intelligence above with some solemnity.

Especially the campaign information section on Joseph Beit and Danai Down.

After a long time, they both breathed a sigh of relief.

"Your Majesty, now that the Belgian general election is about to come, all the gods are showing their prowess.

Our deal with Britain involves this bet, which has reached the point of mixed interests.

Queen Victoria has been in charge of Britain for more than 20 years. I think they may be more observant of the situation in Belgium than we are. Although Beit and Danetang are secretive, I think they can also spot the situation. Guess it. "

"Will they prescribe the right medicine to stop this?"

As the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Tolbeck has always been known for his calmness, but now he has lost his temper.

Although Beit's status in Belgium has been highly praised by him, it was originally only a Belgian campaign, but now it is the British because of the bet between them and the Netherlands, making this originally not an inconsequential, but only slightly important campaign. , turned out to be a different kind of war carried out by the top-level agents of the British and Dutch governments through electoral campaigns. It must be said that this was enough to make Tolbeck sweat a little.

"Suppression is certain, but"

William IV said coldly: "But we are not vegetarians, but we are not in a hurry now. We will wait and see what the British side will do first."

"Your Majesty, I think your worries are unfounded. Both of them seem to be extremely calm at the moment. They are obviously able to cope with it with ease, and they don't look like they are exhausted. Moreover, the people around them are not ordinary politicians."

"Charlie Bill is right, Prime Minister. It seems that the two of us are too worried. Someone is calmer than us."

When Tolbeck heard this, he was stunned. Then he remembered that his apprentices Beit and Danetang were now rivals, and Bill was so calm, but he was overly concerned, and seemed to lack confidence. With such a connection, Tolback When Erbeck saw the smile in William IV's eyes, his face suddenly felt hot.

Even the shameless skills he had refined over the years seemed to have failed at this moment.

However, although he was cautious by nature, he said eloquently at this moment: "That's right. The Belgian circle should be regarded as giving them a trial. Moreover, we will take action soon. By then, they will not have such an opportunity."

"Yes, this is a rare opportunity, so it would be good to let them take a bath in that pond and wash away the mud and stains on their bodies.

Don’t forget that the Netherlands needs to expand in the future, and there is a strong demand for talents. Talents in politics are rare. Moreover, our current confrontation with the UK seems casual, but there will be more such opportunities in the future. It is a good thing for them to be able to fight with them in advance. What a good time.”

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Soon Belgium was divided into five major constituencies, including Brussels, East, West, South, and North.

Joseph soon faced an opponent, a Liege provincial senator and a noble senator from the eastern constituency.

“Only when politicians take good care of the daily needs of the people under their jurisdiction, such as money, rice, oil, salt, sauce, vinegar, etc., can they get the rewards they desire.”

Being able to defeat Jules Danetang, it is certainly not easy for Joseph Beit.

This is Joseph Beit's mantra.

Before last year, many people did not understand the depth of his words, and during the election campaign, it seemed that no one else had many tall, tall, and gorgeous people at every turn, but he relied on these words to impress everyone. It shows how powerful this sentence is and how profound its political implications are.

So much so that watching him grow step by step, his opponents, including Junai and Danetang, were amazed.

Beit addresses the visible and tangible needs of his hometown of Limburg. Although he successfully ran for office and became a senator of Limburg and lived a comfortable life in Brussels, he rarely Will be deaf and indifferent.

Therefore, his supporters are very enthusiastic in supporting him to stay in his position, especially in this general election to run for the Prime Minister of Belgium. He originally faced an opponent like Jules Danetant. Congressman, he is also a veteran.

Many people are worried about him, because this senator is well-known and well-connected. He also has the support of many people in the cabinet in Brussels. The most important thing is that he is actually a Limburg provincial. Local nobles.

While many players were not optimistic, Joseph Baite faced what outsiders saw as a very severe pre-selection challenge.

His opponent's aristocratic bloodline and extensive network of contacts gave him great mobilization capabilities. Many boss-level figures in Limburg Province, including businessmen, capitalists, nobles, landlords, etc., all supported him.

The relatives and servants of these people have already determined that their votes will be given to them. When ordinary people encounter this situation, they are already on the verge of collapse.

But Beit didn't. He had been hopelessly resisting this incoming pressure, and he took out a magic weapon - his opponent was not an "ordinary person".

Yes, the unusualness of his opponent was a strength, but it was also a weakness.

Just as the Limburg provincial preselection campaign was in full swing, Joseph Beit directly published an advertisement in a local newspaper in the east. Yes, it was a word that I heard the teacher Tolbeck say before. It is said that the creator was From His Majesty William IV.

He didn't make anything up out of thin air. He just put the places where his recent opponents always sent telegrams, such as Brussels, in the newspapers.

In addition, this opponent is no longer a local, already belongs to the Brussels aristocracy, has his ID card, and his expensive residence in Brussels, etc.

These places are all printed in black circles when published in newspapers and periodicals.

Just like this, this aristocratic opponent who came with great momentum was expelled from the game before he even had time to get up and start a PK, and even before he even started to change the clothes he brought with him when he went out.

The results came out and shocked everyone, including leaders of various countries including William IV.

Brussels Royal Palace.

When King Leopold I received a telegram about the election results in the East, his face was stunned when he read it.

Even his eldest son, Crown Prince Leopold, did not respond to the question. Finally, he said somewhat lonely:

"Originally I thought it would just be a calm continuation of last time and it would be enough to defeat the candidate from the French region. Now it seems that there are too many surprises. This Joseph Beiter is an accident."

After reading it, Crown Prince Leopold was speechless for a long time, and finally managed to choke out a sentence, "Alban is in trouble this time."

More than just trouble!

Alban is now watching the news coming from the east, with ten thousand draft horses flying across the Atlantic in his heart.

I originally thought I was determined to win, but now I am a little uncertain.

"Your Majesty invites the Prime Minister to pay an audience at the palace."

Alban knew it must be because of the matter at hand, so he had no choice but to leave.

Buckingham Palace across the North Sea.

"What an amazing skill"

Palmerston suddenly exclaimed, "A good song can cut through a mess quickly. Your Majesty, this Joseph Beit is really a talent. It is a blessing to His Majesty Leopold I that there is such a talent in Belgium. He has made good use of it." , Belgium can really win a lot.”

After finishing speaking, there was no response from the queen. She put down the teacup and looked up at the queen in confusion.

The latter reluctantly handed the intelligence information to Palmerston and Foreign Secretary John Russell.

It made people suspicious. After opening it and reading it, I was speechless for a long time.

"How could the Netherlands be hidden so deeply?" The speaker was Palmerston's close friend and colleague, Foreign Secretary John Russell, who was obsessed with the matter.

The Queen saw that even though the two of them were extremely powerful people in the UK, it took them a long time to calm down from the shock brought by the news.

"William IV tricked me. I originally thought that this game would be caused by another senator named Jules Danetang. Unexpectedly, another little tiger was released now.

It seems that the Netherlands is really uneasy and kind to Belgium.”

"Yes, I didn't care about this transaction originally. After all, our relationship with Belgium is known to the world. But now I'm afraid it will cause more trouble."

Palmerston was not discouraged by this, but instead aroused his fighting spirit for many years.

"Your Majesty, it seems that His Majesty William IV's methods are unique. I'm a little itchy. How about you ask me to fight in this battle in Belgium?"

Queen Victoria did not make up her mind for a while, because it involved too many interests, especially the transaction of territories such as Australia, which was even more involved.

She thought of the advice given to her by the leader of the Tory Party a few days ago. Just when she was about to refuse, Palmerston's face straightened and he said: "This may be the last time in my life that I will have such a significant and important moment." It was an interesting battle, I hope your majesty will make it happen.”

After saying that, Palmerston's nearly 80-year-old head lowered his head in supplication.

Russell next to him also knew that his friend's health was deteriorating recently, so he also stood with his old friend.

Queen Victoria saw that both of them were over 70 years old, but now they looked like this.

Thinking about the time when she was not in power, the two people in front of her had already begun to play an important role in British politics. They were even half of her and her husband Prince Albert's teachers after she came to power. She sighed and said: "That's all. Then I wish the Viscount a great victory."

Upon hearing this, Palmerston said gratefully, "Thank you for your permission."

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