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Chapter 1503 He is still a child (rd update, please subscribe)

"We need to establish a more solid connection between us and the colonies."

In the Queen's office at the White Khan Palace, Macmillan looked at Her Majesty and said:

"The Cabinet therefore considers that the establishment of an East African Federation is essential and the best way to safeguard British interests."

Elizabeth looked at Macmillan quietly. She already knew everything. She had known today as early as last year. In fact, Sir Douglas Wilson had been active in London for the past year.

For the East African Federation.

Of course, it’s also for Andrew!

Elizabeth asked:

"so what?"

McMillan said:

"So, we think that if the East African Federation can have a king, it will be more conducive to the stability of the local situation. After all, they have long been accustomed to the rule of the British king!"

"The King of England? Isn't it the same now?"

Elizabeth asked deliberately:

"What's the difference?"

"No, Your Majesty, we think they need a king who will be based in Mombasa or some other African city!"

Looking at His Majesty, Macmillan continued:

"Taking this into account, Prince Andrew as the King of the East African Federation should be the most appropriate choice. This will not only allow the East African Federation to continue to maintain a corresponding relationship with the United Kingdom, but will also help restore peace in the East African region."

They have reached a consensus, why not Charles? The reason is simple, Prince Charles is the heir to the British crown, he is not suitable, among all the candidates, the most suitable is Prince Andrew, after all, he is the son of the king.

"Andrew!"

Elizabeth lost her voice and said:

"He is only eight years old. How can he be king? Moreover, there is no precedent for this. Let him go to Africa? That is Africa..."

Elizabeth's words were full of the love a mother has for her child. As a mother, she certainly didn't want to let her son go to such a faraway place. Besides, he was only 8 years old!
"How can I let an 8-year-old child go to Africa? And how can an 8-year-old child maintain order in a war-torn area?"

Although it was not a direct rejection, it was definitely a rejection.

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness does not need to be here now. He only needs to appear in the local area at the appropriate time and continue to receive education in the UK. As a kingdom, his presence itself is a symbol... a symbol of the continuation of Britain in Africa..."

McMillan said:

"This is a choice made for the benefit of Britain, Your Majesty. For the benefit of Britain, Your Majesty, the royal family should make some sacrifices!"

Why is it called "sacrifice"? The reason is very simple.

What is that place in Africa?
It's a colony!
And it is the most backward and remote one. 100 years ago, Australia was a place for exile of criminals. Now sending Your Majesty's son, Prince Andrew, to Africa, isn't this tantamount to self-exile?
For a mother, this is undoubtedly an extremely cruel thing.

So, in response to Macmillan's request, Elizabeth clenched her fists and looked at the Prime Minister and said:

"Mr. Prime Minister, you should know that Andrew is still a child!"

This is really a child, only 8 years old, how can you let him go to Africa?
"Yes, but Your Majesty, this is for the benefit of Britain. We must do our utmost to protect the interests of Britain. If we give up our colonies, then in the future, we are likely to lose everything!"

In the face of His Majesty's opposition, Macmillan promised:
"Your Majesty, please rest assured that under no circumstances will British troops be withdrawn from East Africa until order is restored there, and in most cases, His Royal Highness will remain in London, and his safety will not be in any way in doubt."

Elizabeth was silent for a moment, then said:

"Mr. Prime Minister, I believe your assurance, but if there is a change in the cabinet in the future, will your assurance still be meaningful?"

"This……"

Suddenly, Macmillan was stunned. Facing His Majesty's question, he opened his mouth but did not give an answer.

Because he is very clear that his guarantee is limited to the Conservative Party. If it is replaced by a Labour cabinet, will they still keep this promise?
If they are determined to withdraw British troops, what will await Prince Andrew?
No need to think about it, there was such a person in history - Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico, a member of the Habsburg family. With the support of Napoleon III, he went to Mexico and became the Emperor of Mexico. However, just a few years later, with the withdrawal of French troops, he quickly failed. Later, he was attacked by the Republicans and executed.

This is the foreshadowing.

Now, what kind of guarantee can Macmillan give when he asks the British prince to go to East Africa?

"Your Majesty, I believe the others will keep their promises as well."

Facing Macmillan's answer, Elizabeth looked at him and said, "Mr. Prime Minister, you should know very well that the most unreliable thing in the world is the so-called promise.

All promises are likely to be betrayed eventually, that’s just the reality of the world, isn’t it?”

Macmillan did not deny Her Majesty the Queen's answer. This is a very realistic thing. Promises may be kept, but they may also be violated.

"But Your Majesty, this involves our interests in Africa. If we don't do this, we may lose the whole of Africa."

McMillan continued.

"And now is different from the past. Even if any problems occur, we have the ability to send His Royal Highness back safely in the first place. Under no circumstances will Britain abandon its prince. I believe this is guaranteed."

Elizabeth had no doubt about Macmillan's promise. Even if there was no guarantee, as long as he was the Queen of England, he would make sure that the promise would last forever.

But for Elizabeth, this alone was not worth sending her son to Africa, where she would take all kinds of risks.

This risk could be fatal.

Elizabeth said as Macmillan mentioned British interests again.

"Britain's interests are important. As the king of Britain, I will always put Britain's interests first, but I am also a mother and I must consider Andrew's safety."

Looking at McMillan, Elizabeth said bluntly.

"If there is only a promise from the UK, I don't think Andrew's safety can be guaranteed, so I hope to get a promise from the SEA, or I hope they can send troops to the area..."

"what?"

Macmillan, after being surprised by Her Majesty's request, then spoke.

"Your Majesty, they have very extensive interests there."

"It is precisely because they have very extensive interests there that they will never give up there unless they have no other choice. Moreover, compared with the UK, there is no replacement there, and the commitment they make is long-term."

Elizabeth said in response to McMillan's worry or hesitation.

"So I believe that once they give their commitment, they will do their best to abide by it. No matter what changes happen in London."

The request made by Her Majesty the Queen made Macmillan hesitate. He was well aware of the extensive interests of SEA in the local area, where they owned large farms.

Even the reason why East Africa became Britain's dairy cow was largely due to the development of East African land by grain companies.

However, the influence of the State Company on East Africa is more focused on business. But if the military forces there are introduced now, it means that they will have an all-round influence on the East African world militarily, politically and economically.

But on the other hand, Macmillan was very clear that the request made by Her Majesty the Queen was extremely appropriate.
As Her Majesty the Queen has said, there has been no political change there in the last nearly 20 years, which means that the commitments they have made will not be affected by that change.

This is something that neither the United States nor the United Kingdom can compare to. After all, all promises will change with the change of cabinet.

"Mr. Prime Minister, this is my only condition."

While she was speaking, Elizabeth had already stood up, as if she was seeing someone off.

Faced with Her Majesty the Queen's insistence, Macmillan did not give an immediate response.

But when he bowed and said goodbye, he said:

"Your Majesty, we will give full consideration to your request."

Just like that, Macmillan stood up and left Her Majesty the Queen's office. After he left, Elizabeth looked at the door that was slowly closed by the servants, her lips slightly raised, and then she talked to herself.

"Sure enough, everything happened just as he expected."

Elizabeth was well prepared for everything that happened today, because he had discussed all the countermeasures with her as early as last year.

As a mother, she knew very well what she should give her son. This was indeed an opportunity for Andrew.

Although there would be some risks, Elizabeth believed that this would be successful because of his commitment.

After all, that guy is simply a gangster. Or he is recognized by the international community as the "right hand of the free world". He will definitely protect the interests of the East African Federation at all costs, not only to protect the interests of the East African Federation, but also to protect his own interests.

"Well, this is what you should do as a father."

Thinking of this, Elizabeth smiled. At the same time, her heart was full of expectations, an expectation for the future...

(End of this chapter)