Start 1861: I Just Inherited the Dutch Throne

If it were anyone else, he would have been deceived by Oscar II long ago, but William IV, who was familiar with history, would never worry about Sweden.

Look at what history has said. During the First World War, Sweden always sided with Germany. The reason was that Britain at the time was full of "ambitions" towards Norway, which was the reason behind Norway's separation from Sweden in 1905. accomplice.

Therefore, Sweden was very dissatisfied. From the beginning, it had been oozing at Germany and secretly aiding Germany, trying to help the German Empire weaken Britain. However, it failed in the end, and the German Empire fell at the hands of William II.

In World War II, despite Hitler being such a figure, Sweden still unswervingly and secretly supported the German Empire, and even sent international mercenaries to help the German Empire. The intelligence on Norway was provided by Sweden. In the end, the German Empire sent troops to Norway and defeated the docks including Bergen, which was used as a correction place for the British overseas navy.

No matter how the outside world changes, the Swedish royal family has not changed in its bloodline since 1809 until the 21st century.

This is the attitude of the Swedish royal family, which is pro-Germany.

Therefore, William IV has been more wary of the Swedish royal family for many years. Even on the Norwegian issue, the Netherlands has adopted an approach that is not far different from that of the United Kingdom. In fact, if possible, Norway would have been in 1905 before Oscar II passed away. In 1906, the United Kingdom of Sweden and Norway became independent. Then, when Norway did not like the Swedish royal family sending someone to become the new king of Norway, looking around Europe, many royal families were unwilling to offend the Swedish royal family, and the Danish royal family became the first choice. .

William IV secretly thought, if this scene is re-elected, can the Dutch royal family do something? After all, Norway is now very wary of the Swedish government, and it also has a love-hate relationship with the Swedish royal family, with more hate than love.

If it were not for the conflict between the Netherlands and Britain, William IV would have hoped that this scene would happen soon. However, William IV pursed his lips and said, "My children have not grown up yet, but it will take a few more years."

The meeting between the two ended quickly. On the surface, both of them were very personable and declared the friendship between the two countries. However, they had their own agendas, but in reality, they were alienating each other.

After Oscar II and his wife went to the arranged residence, Queen Alexandra hesitated for a moment, and then said: "William, I think this couple seems to have a lot of weird things, and some of them can't let go of the world. It’s like chatting, direct, but it’s too artificial.”

William IV pretended not to understand and said: "Others are not like this? What's so strange about this?"

Alexandra frowned and said, "Maybe it's because I'm sensitive. That Queen Sofia's eyes are a little dodgey, but she's not very honest in her answers to many diplomatic questions."

When William IV heard this, he suddenly fell silent.

Not long after, Wright, director of MI8, arrived.

Wright was a special being in the Netherlands. He was only responsible to William IV. Seeing his arrival, Alexandra wanted to avoid and not disturb the meeting between the two. However, William IV kept her, "Listen to Wright's information, it may be helpful to your doubts just now."

When Queen Alexandra saw this, she naturally had no objection.

Naturally, Wright would not object to William IV's actions, and when he got the idea that he could start a lecture, Wright said: "In the past year, Oscar II has had the most contact with people in neighboring countries who have more pro-German connections. Although he does it secretly, But we still missed the presence of our intelligence personnel within them, so our intelligence analysis team concluded that Oscar II seemed to choose to support the German Empire in the European situation, looking across the sea and helping each other."

Queen Alexandra was suddenly confused. Sweden and the German Empire?

I couldn't help but interrupt the other party and asked, "What about our relationship between the Netherlands and Sweden?"

William IV said: "Of course the relationship is as it is on the surface now. Many things happen just as they appear on the surface. After all, the Netherlands is really not the most powerful country in Europe. Sweden needs someone to provide it with visibility and support in Europe. The dream of influence = allies, but the Netherlands cannot provide them. If you choose the German Empire, you can get them with one stone."

Kill several birds with one stone?

Alexandra looked at William IV in confusion.

"The feud between Sweden and the Tsarist Russian Empire in the Hundred Years War is definitely a top priority for Sweden. We know this, and Bismarck also knows this, so Bismarck knows that the relationship between the Netherlands and the Tsarist Russian Empire will not change easily, so maybe Over the years, the foundation of the relationship between Sweden and the Netherlands has been slowly shaken. As you can see, Sweden may have secretly formed an alliance with Germany."

Alexandra: "Then they are still visiting us in such a grand manner."

William IV sneered: "If not, if it can attract global attention, especially the resentment of Britain, Oscar II will increase the hatred of other major countries in the world and regional powers for us."

Alexandra: "What's in it for them?"

William IV: "There are many benefits. The first is to superficially strengthen their relationship with us, and then continue to seek technical and capital support for the Swedish economy. In this way, it is very beneficial for Sweden to borrow Dutch finance and technology to develop its own country. This environment is still Create nice ones.

Second, it is to increase the legitimacy of the Swedish royal family. After all, the Netherlands has been in the United Kingdom of Sweden and Norway for the past 20 years. Under the influence of economy and capital, the locals are still very friendly to the Netherlands. Oscar II is highly valued in the Netherlands. Degree is very important to his governance.

Third, the visit to the Netherlands is so big at this time. It is actually to show Norway. Norway is the closest to the Netherlands. Norway has tried to become independent many times but failed. Norway relies on the Netherlands and wants to become independent. The support of the Netherlands is needed, but Stockholm, Sweden, is very familiar with this. At this time, the Norwegian separatist forces know that the time is not right to declare relations with the Netherlands. This is very important to Oscar II, so it is worth doing.

Fourth, hum, Wright's intelligence just now shows that the relationship between the German Empire and Sweden has secretly developed to a certain stage. At this time, it is understandable for Sweden to obtain our intelligence. Maybe we have obtained the intelligence from our side, which is very important to Sweden and Germany. It might be useful”

Queen Alexandra nodded, obviously she recognized what William IV said, but what Wright said next shocked her.

Not only her, but William IV, who had always been calm about everything, also felt huge waves in his heart.

Director of MI8 Wright said this: "Your Majesty, according to what we know from intelligence interceptions in Sweden and Berlin, the death of Alexander II may not only be suspected by the British, but also seems to be suspected by the German Empire. "