Episode 176 The Queen also has to abide by the law
"After Princess Hui'an and Marquis Lu Xuanfeng of Tongling ran into the U.S. Embassy and asked for asylum, the Ming Empire was certainly embarrassed, but the United States also found it difficult to do so. Strictly speaking, the princess and Lu Xuanfeng were not considered political asylum seekers.
', because it is internationally recognized that the criteria for political asylum are at least 'because of race, religion, participation in a specific social group, political
Because of ideological and other reasons, they were persecuted in their own country or there was a clear possibility of being persecuted. The princess and Lu Xuanfeng were due to marriage, so they could only be regarded as brushing aside. But the trouble was that the matter had already spread around the world.
There is no way to cover it up. If the Ming government and the royal family want to escape in a dignified manner, the only option is to make a high-profile appearance."
Xiang Xiaoqiang smiled and said:
"What? Since they don't meet the conditions, Ming Dynasty can ask the United States to refuse to take them in! Anyway, it won't be unfair."
Tang Yunsheng shook his head and sighed:
"The trouble lies here. At that time, there was a huge wave of support for the young couple in the United States. Thousands of people held rallies in front of the White House and Congress holding signs. The signs read...'Long Live Love', 'Uncle Sam'
, help them', and 'Woodrow, don't let us down' - Woodrow Wilson was still the president of the United States at the time.
There are also two hearts painted on the sign, each one tied with chains... Anyway, not only the United States, but basically every country, as long as the media is open, all support Princess Hui'an and Lu Xuanfeng, and condemn the Ming Dynasty.
The government and the royal family. Another key point is that the Ming Dynasty has always been criticized the most by Western society for maintaining polygamy.
"In addition, although the Ming Dynasty Marriage Law stipulated the freedom of marriage, the concept still attached great importance to 'the parents' orders and the matchmaker's words', and arranged marriage was very serious. Every year, there were many tragedies of young men and women committing suicide. So in
We are naturally at a disadvantage in this kind of thing. Now there happens to be Princess Hui'an and Lu Xuanfeng, so people regard this as a symbol of breaking through the shackles of tradition and striving for freedom of love. In addition, Hui'an
The princess is also a princess, and foreigners don't distinguish that much. The emperor's daughter and the king's daughter are both called princesses, so to foreigners, the princess of Hui'an is a princess. Now it is equivalent to a princess and a commoner boy fighting for the freedom of love.
Fairy tales, especially the middle and lower class citizens, prefer this. People have grown up listening to fairy tales about "princes and princesses", so they are like crazy and desperately support these young people.
"At that time, even if the U.S. government had the intention not to take them in, the people would not let them in. The reason is that it was a side ball. Moreover, the U.S. president has great power in this kind of matter. Whether they are allowed to take refuge or not depends entirely on the stroke of a pen of you as president.
At that time, President Wilson was already serving his second term, and he no longer cared about votes. But his Democratic Party did not want to lose the support of the people, and there were still people in the party who wanted to continue running. The main supporters of the Democratic Party
It is the lower class people in the United States. Not only votes, but also political donations are obtained dollar by dollar from labor unions and workers. There is no reason not to do this kind of thing that can make money without money. So the White House soon
Announced that it would accept the asylum request of Princess Hui'an and Lu Xuanfeng. President Wilson also announced that if these young people are willing, they can come to the United States to get married and settle down. The United States will issue them green cards and even passports."
Xiang Xiaoqiang couldn't hold back his laughter at this time, and finally said:
"What did Ming Dynasty do at that time? Just endure it? The United States was not afraid of affecting the relationship between the two countries?"
Tang Yunsheng also smiled and said:
"This kind of thing seemed quite shameless at the time, but now it is just a joke. It does not involve any national interests, nor does it involve any national dignity. At that time, Ming Dynasty wanted to establish the image of a 'modern civilized country', so it cannot be said
Is this related to the dignity of my country? Then what have you become? So, it’s just two children eloping and hiding in other people’s houses. It’s just that the hiding place is different.”
"Then what happened next?"
"Later, Ming Dynasty did not want to lose points internationally, so it had to raise its profile. Moreover, the Queen Mother Xiaohui and some enlightened ministers also knew that this was a way to implement the Marriage Law and make 'freedom of marriage' deeply rooted in the hearts of the people in the country.
A good opportunity. Otherwise, cling to the emperor to the death
Because of the family's face, maybe the Princess of Hui'an and the Marquis of Tongling really went to the United States to get married and settle down. By then, if they get an American passport, the dignified Princess of Ming Dynasty and the Marquis would become Americans.
.At that time, the Ming Dynasty royal family will be ashamed of themselves!
"So, the Ming government quickly announced: Since the Ming Marriage Law protects every citizen's freedom of marriage, and the constitution does not stipulate that members of the royal family do not belong to the category of 'Ming citizens', then there is no reason for the royal family to override the Marriage Law.
.At the same time, the royal family spokesperson also came out to clarify
The Ming Dynasty royal family has never intended to interfere with Princess Hui'an's personal choices. Princess Hui'an can marry the person she loves. In the past, it was purely a matter between the father and daughter of Prince Yanping and Princess Hui'an, and the royal family did not know about it.
Now that we know it, the royal family will also support Princess Hui'an's choice."
Xiang Xiaoqiang widened his eyes and said with a smile:
"What, is it over like this?"
Tang Yunsheng smiled and said:
"Then it's over. After the government and the royal family made statements, the two young men went home separately. After that, they began to appear publicly as lovers on various occasions. In the second half of 1918, the Zheng and Lu families got engaged.
.Then the next year, the year when the "Contract of Versailles" was signed, Princess Hui'an married Lu Xuanfeng, the Marquis of Tongling."
"And then Lu Xuanfeng became the 'most awesome prince-in-law in history'?"
"right."
Xiang Xiaoqiang laughed. After laughing, he leaned on the sofa and sighed:
"Ah...it's a good idea to seek political refuge in a foreign embassy..."
Tang Yunsheng said seriously:
"Tingzhi, what do you want to do? Let me tell you, this is no joke. You and Lu Xuefeng are different."
Xiang Xiaoqiang quickly stopped laughing and promised repeatedly:
"Don't worry, Mr. Tang, the students understand. The students are just joking... Haha, the students hold important public positions, not civilians like Lu Xuanfeng... Once the students step out of the Ming Dynasty, they will represent the Ming Empire. Lu Xuanfeng's refuge is refuge, I
To take refuge is to defect.”
Tang Yunsheng stared at him for a moment, then nodded and said with satisfaction:
"Well, that's good to know."
He paused, and then said meaningfully:
"You know, I am not telling you this story casually. Since you have already planned to marry Princess Liaoyang first and do not intend to give up His Majesty, then... although we think it is difficult, the matter is over.
At this point, there is no turning back. I am telling you this story just to let you know that there is no precedent for a situation like yours in Ming Dynasty. Although he
A princess, a princess, and you are a princess, a queen. It is much more difficult than him, but it is not impossible. You also have advantages over Lu Xuanfeng. You have made great contributions to the country and have a lot of influence among the people.
High prestige. In the eyes of the public, you are a legend, Xiang Xiaoqiang, who has achieved success through life and death. This is something that Lu Xuanfeng, the 'Second Young Master', cannot compare with.
"There is also a very important second point: Lu Xuanfeng's girlfriend is just a princess, and above the princess there are Prince Yanping, Your Majesty, and the Queen Mother. These people are all opposed, and they are very powerful. They want to unite, and they want to unite with the people from the top.
The resistance is too great, so we can only take this risky move. And your girlfriend is His Majesty himself. His Majesty’s parents are both dead, and there is no one with a higher status to oppose it. The resistance you may encounter can only come from below.
Square. Compared with the resistance above, the resistance below is much weaker and easier to overcome. Therefore, you can definitely seek normal ways to achieve Consummation. On the military side, we old men will support you when the time comes.
.Go for it! But be sure not to cause any trouble! You are both heavyweights in the empire, but you are no more foolish than those two. You are incredible."
Xiang Xiaoqiang quickly smiled and said:
"Thank you very much, Mr. Tang. The students will keep it in mind... Haha, Mr. Tang is worrying too much. We are a queen and a commander of the People's Guard. We can't go to foreign embassies to ask for asylum. That is really unique in ancient and modern times, both at home and abroad.
Already."
To be honest, the "glorious deeds" of his ancestors mentioned by Tang Yunsheng and his last words really inspired Xiang Xiaoqiang.
Yes! Tang Yunsheng is right. Compared with Lu Xuanfeng, it is much more difficult, but the advantage is also much greater. I am a hero, Xiang Xiaoqiang, with a halo around my head, the myth of "starting from scratch".
Not only did I get legendary deep twice
After entering the enemy's rear, he saved the United States as a hero and made great contributions to the country several times. Moreover, my prestige to Xiang Xiaoqiang is not just domestic. In Nanyang, the three words "Xiang Xiaoqiang" are also a god-like existence. When the time comes, these will all be
Become a powerful bargaining chip.
As for Lu Xuanfeng, that guy is just a "rich second generation".
Moreover, since the Ming Empire has already produced one "most powerful prince-in-law", it will not mind producing a second one. Anyway, the royal family, ministers, and all citizens have been vaccinated, and it will not be as bad as the first time.
It’s hard to accept. In addition, this story tells us that Ming Dynasty still cares a lot about its international image. It attaches great importance to whether it is an open and civilized country in the eyes of countries around the world. Because
In order to show the world that their laws are not waste paper and that the royal family will not be above the law, the Ming royal family and the government have "generally agreed" that the princess and the princess marry the same person at the same time. In the same way,
After all, it will "generally agree" that the princess, princess and queen marry the same person at the same time. Haha, this is a good opportunity for Ming Dynasty to show the world that "the queen must also abide by the law".