War Palace and Knee Pillow, Austria’s Destiny

The defeat of Ferrante Duvais actually made Queen Regent Christina feel a sense of sadness for the death of a rabbit. The former's men, horses and territory were several times larger than the latter's, but his death was so quiet.

The reason why Queen Regent Christina has been so unscrupulous over the years is mainly because she has a royal status and no one can punish her. Even if she fails, she can only act in another place.

However, the tragic death of the entire Spanish Bourbon made the Queen Regent Cristina feel deep fear. She was eager to escape from this crazy country and had no idea of ​​revenge for her daughter.

But the British didn't care about this. Cristina's only value was to prevent the Austrian Empire from occupying all of Spain. After the defeat of Ferrante Duvale, it was even more impossible to let the former leave.

Queen Regent Christina was not a stickler for rules. If the British did not provide her with ships, she would get them herself.

Although Spain is in decline, it is not a problem to find a few large ships that can cross the ocean.

As for the destination, she has already chosen it.

"Her Majesty, it is our honor to have you join the United States of America."

David Wilmot said with a smile that he was very interested in this half-aged lady, especially the huge property she controlled.

David Wilmot was a businessman who concurrently served as the U.S. Consul General in Spain and had a father who was a Pennsylvania congressman.

It is not difficult to become a U.S. citizen at this time. You only need to follow some relevant provisions of the Naturalization Act of 1790 and its amendments to become a formal citizen.

Note: The Naturalization Act and its amendments only apply to white people, and other races are not included in this list.

If Cristina was not an important political figure, usually the easiest way to become a U.S. citizen would be to smuggle herself across the country.

Although the federal constitution of the United States is strict, each state has its own state constitution, and there are countless ways to bypass the Naturalization Act.

"Mr. Consul General, we still have some troubles."

Before Queen Regent Christina could finish speaking, David Wilmot said immediately.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. America is a free country, and no country can prevent its citizens from being free."

"Then I'll be relieved."

Queen Regent Christina swayed toward her cabin, but did not close the door. David Wilmot kindly stepped forward immediately, closed the door inside, and helped the former to refresh his knowledge about the United States.

The already low morale of the Spanish Royal Party immediately announced its surrender after discovering that Queen Regent Cristina was missing. So far, all of Spain except Olivenza has fallen.

The Portuguese in Olivença were also frightened, because the resistance of the local Spaniards never stopped, but fortunately there were not many local Spaniards, and the Portuguese King Fernando II also made great efforts to take back Olivença. .

At this time, King Fernando II of Portugal was not a warlike person. He was an art lover and was obsessed with it throughout his life, but the British had many ways.

Turn the time back to two weeks ago.

In the Lisbon Palace, Viscount Stratford's legs were almost numb when he stood up, but he did not dare to do anything rude in front of the King and Queen of Portugal.

(Actually, strictly speaking, it should be the queen and the royal husband, but neither of them cares much about politics.)

"Ha! Check out my latest masterpiece "Two Men in Black"!"

Fernando II was very excited and couldn't wait for others to review his masterpiece.

The Viscount of Stratford and the Earl of Malmesbury looked around and found that the two men in black in the painting were their own.

The Viscount of Stratford and the Earl of Malmesbury both came from upper-class society, and they certainly had an appreciation for art.

It's just that the two men in black in the painting have sallow complexions, sick faces, and stiff expressions, like two zombies. The brushstrokes are rough and devoid of detail.

The background is even more chaotic and unclear. It is obvious that expensive dyes comparable to gold are used, but it feels very cheap and has no layer or depth at all.

The proportions of the people and objects in the painting are extremely inconsistent. They look like dolls that have been randomly spliced ​​together by children. It is difficult for people to remember the details after reading it.

"It's really impressive! The eclectic painting style is as free as a wild horse! This is a challenge to tradition!

Although it seems rough, it is actually all-encompassing and thought-provoking. It is simply a feast of philosophy and a sublimation of the soul!

It is a masterpiece that redefines aesthetics! Elevating modern art to a new level! "

The Viscount of Stratford and the Earl of Malmesbury said very sincerely, Fernando II looked at his wife Maria II.

"Let me just say I am a genius! Only you would say that I am not as good at painting as a primary school student. You see, these upper-class gentlemen all say that my art has transcended the shackles of the times.

If I wasn't smart, how could they give me the position of President of the Royal Academy of Sciences? "

Maria II was speechless. Fernando II was elected president of the Royal Academy of Sciences on May 4, 1836, for which he was always very proud.

Maria II also knew that the Royal Academy of Sciences gathered the smartest people in the world, and her husband must be more outstanding than the president.

Maria II was a woman who didn't like to think. She firmly believed that women were born to give birth to children, so she eventually died in childbirth.

"Gentlemen, what do you want?"

Fernando II was in a good mood and asked casually.

"Your Majesty, the Austrian Empire is invading the Iberian Peninsula."

"Go talk to Cabral. I don't want to hear this."

Fernando II was not interested in politics. He and his wife Maria II liked the constitutional monarchy very much and even opposed returning to the era of autocracy.

Prime Minister Antonio Bernardino da Costa Cabral was an extreme conservative, arbitrary, hated the constitution, and even publicly abolished the Portuguese constitution.

But Cabral was an extremely talented official. He saved the Portuguese economy with his iron-blooded tax policy and suppressed the revolution forcefully.

However, he was dismissed when everything should have been settled, which led to his previous efforts being wasted. He was promoted by the king when the Kingdom of Portugal was in trouble both internally and externally.

Cabral firmly opposed being involved in any European war. Olivenza was not important in his eyes.

The reason why Portugal is important is because of the existence of Spain, but if one day Spain no longer has hostility towards Britain, then Portugal will no longer be important.

Therefore, Cabral not only had no interest in recovering Olivenza, but also opposed intervening in the Spanish issue.

Although Portugal is a constitutional monarchy, Ferdinand II and Maria II still have supreme authority, so the British can only start with these two.

"Your Majesty, Baron Cabral actually wants to give up Portugal. The people of Olivenza have been looking forward to the return of the Braganza dynasty.

You can't abandon your people!"

Ferdinand II hesitated a little, he still liked the feeling of being expected.

At this time, Viscount Stratford added another sentence.

"Your Majesty, we recently discovered that the Austrian navy was cruising near the Malades Islands and the Azores Islands. They are too greedy!"

"What!"

Ferdinand II immediately became furious.