I Just Can Score

Many countries in Europe are constitutional monarchies, and the United Kingdom is the most representative. Even in the 21st century, the influence of the Queen of England can still radiate to the entire world.

The Spanish royal family is relatively low-key, and can even be described as unknown. At the same time, the Spanish royal family also has the best reputation, and can be described as a 'royal template' to the outside world.

King Carlos of Spain is a king who is very loved by the people. He is also a participant and witness of Franco's era, and his life is full of legend.

Carlos is the grandson of Alfonso XIII, the last king of the Spanish Bourbon dynasty. His father is the Count of Barcelona. Due to the domestic coup, Carlos traveled to Italy, Switzerland, Portugal and other countries with his father when he was young.

In 1947, Franco announced the restoration of the monarchy and became the head of state. He selected Juan Carlos as the future king and recalled him to return to the country for education.

Juan Carlos returned to the country to become the crown prince and received comprehensive military training. He also entered the University of Madrid to study politics, law, philosophy, history, literature, international law and other courses.

In 1969, the Spanish Parliament approved Carlos as the future head of state.

On November 20, 1975, Franco, who had ruled Spain with an iron fist for 39 years, passed away. Two days later, Juan Carlos was established as King of Spain. He was sworn in to the throne and delivered a speech in Parliament.

He announced to the nation: Today, a new phase in Spain's history begins.

During this period, the King of Spain had great power and could even be said to be a domestic dictator. Carlos also knew how dangerous a 'dictator' was. He single-handedly decided on the Speaker of the Spanish Parliament and replaced him through the Kingdom Council headed by the Speaker. Prime Minister Arias, who represented Franco's old forces, was replaced by Suarez, who advocated reform.

After the political situation in Spain gradually stabilized, Carlos led the parliament to amend the constitution, which stipulated that the king would take a back seat and possess royal power but not govern the country.

The Spanish royal family has officially become a symbol of the country.

King Carlos undoubtedly played a very key role in the development of Spain's political system. In just three years after he ascended the throne, he completed the transition from dictatorship to democracy, which made great contributions to Spain's domestic politics, society, and democracy. Economic development has laid a good foundation.

The legend of King Carlos does not end here.

Franco-Lango's old forces were not willing to fail.

A group of reactionary military officers secretly launched a military coup to terminate Spain's democratic process and restore the original dictatorship.

A lot of things happened at that time, and a large number of rebels appeared, and there was even a firefight. In the end, King Carlos took the initiative to stand up. He used his personal connections and domestic prestige to turn the tide and disrupt the coup. After that, he personally Presided over a special meeting of the National Defense Committee to deal with the aftermath of the coup.

Since then, Juan Carlos's reputation has greatly increased.

Spain's democratic process has taken another big step forward, and the night when the coup conspiracy was crushed was called the night of standing up by the Spaniards, and became a page worth writing about in Spanish history. .

From that time until now, the Spanish royal family has always lived a low-key life. They have maintained a positive image to the outside world. Most Spaniards have a good impression of the royal family and respect King Carlos very much.

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Before Zhen Shaolong went to the party, he learned about the history of the Spanish royal family and couldn't help but respect King Carlos.

O king!

As soon as I hear it, I feel superior!

This king also did so many things, which is absolutely amazing.

Although history is just history, Carlos is a living fossil of history, and what he did is still remembered in the hearts of many people.

The only thing he didn't understand was why he was invited to the royal party?

Zhen Shaolong went to the Royal Palace of Madrid with questions. The Royal Palace of Madrid is the residence of the King of Spain, but in fact, Crown Prince Felipe and his sister Princess Cristina do not live in the palace. King Carlos and Princess Sofia also live there most of the time. Elsewhere, the Royal Palace of Madrid has become a symbolic building complex, and it only becomes more popular when events are held.

Christmas is certainly one of them.

Every year, the Spanish royal family holds a Christmas PARTY at the Royal Palace in Madrid. The royal family's PARTY is definitely not a gathering of the family to have fun, but also invites political and business figures to participate. Members of the royal family can also invite friends to participate, but they definitely have nothing to do with Zhen Shaolong.

He is not a figure in Spanish politics or business, nor does he know a single member of the royal family. He will definitely know no one when he arrives.

The reception from the Spanish royal family was quite good. When Zhen Shaolong arrived at the Zarzuela Palace, there were dedicated personnel to greet him. The personnel who came were also proficient in English. Zhen Shaolong chatted with him for a few words, Are there many people attending the party?

There are not many people this year, said the person leading the way. There are only relatives of the royal family, and people from the city hall and parliament. There are only a few people. I only saw a few.

Do you know why I received the invitation code? Zhen Shaolong saw that the other party seemed to know a lot of things, and immediately asked his doubts.

I don't know, but I guess it has something to do with the crown prince. The royal family has always supported Real Madrid.

Thanks.

After a brief chat, Zhen Shaolong was led to the banquet hall and was immediately welcomed after entering.

Zhen Shaolong's reputation was so great that he was recognized immediately when he arrived at the door. A chubby middle-aged man came over to shake hands and after introduction, he learned that he was the mayor of Madrid.

The mayor was very enthusiastic, Zhen, your game is great! I believe Real Madrid can win the championship this year, not only in the league, but also in the Champions League.

I look forward to it too.

It will be very lively. Real Madrid has not won the Champions League for several years. Mr. Mayor is very interested in football. I watched the game two days ago. Against Zaragoza, Raul scored three goals, but If you ask me, your performance was more exciting, especially the ball that was brought to the goal line. You didn't even know it. I was shocked at the time, and then I laughed. I laughed for a long time. Whenever I think about it, I still feel... It feels funny...

As the mayor spoke enthusiastically, he noticed a middle-aged man in a suit walking over. He immediately helped introduce, This is Inaki, Mr. Urdangarin, the husband of the Duchess of Parma. He was an outstanding figure in his youth. handball player.

Urdangarin couldn't help but frown when he heard the mayor's introduction. He didn't like when others introduced him, they always added the husband of the Duchess of Parma.

Hello!

Hello!

Wudan Jialin was even more enthusiastic than the mayor. After briefly getting to know Zhen Shaolong, he took him to the banquet hall and helped introduce him like a familiar friend.

Zhen Shaolong was introduced to more than a dozen people in a row, and he was a little confused. He seemed to be familiar with Urdangarin, but he didn't know who the Duchess of Parma was, or what kind of sport handball was?

When the Duchess of Parma was introduced and Urdangarin claimed to be his wife, the Duchess said enthusiastically, Just call me Cristina.

Now Zhen Shaolong understood.

Cristina is the daughter of King Carlos, the princess of the Spanish royal family, and Urdangarin is the king's son-in-law.

After almost all the introductions, Urdangarin pulled him, found a seat to sit down, and then said impatiently, Zhen, everyone knows that you are a football superstar, the star with the highest net worth and highest income, but I didn’t realize you were an investment expert.”

Investment expert? This title surprised Zhen Shaolong.

If I hadn't read the report, I wouldn't have known. Urdangarin took out his mobile phone and opened the photo album, and saw a news screenshot of the mobile phone screen, This is the British Economic News, they said that you started last year It has only been one year since you invested in the stock market, but you have created an income of more than 30 points. You are a real investment expert.

Yeah?

Zhen Shaolong was a little confused after hearing this. He took the phone and looked carefully. The report said that he had been buying stocks continuously, and his net worth had also risen continuously. It had risen by more than 30 points from last year to now. The news said that he was very rich. A discerning investor.

Zhen Shaolong is used to being praised for his football, and also for his appearance. It is really rare for him to be praised from other angles.

A discerning investor?

That’s right!

That's me!

Zhen Shaolong just asked Alice to buy technology stocks and did not get involved in the details. However, after the financial crisis last year, the stock market has been rising, and technology stocks have been rising at an alarming rate. He has a certain understanding of this. He has been praised for his investment. It was his first time seeing him, and he immediately had a good impression of Urdangarin.

Urdangarin asked with interest, I believe what is said above. Your investment in the stock market has exceeded 50 million euros. Do you have any good suggestions?

Zhen Shaolong asked doubtfully, Suggestion? Do you want to make money?

certainly.

You are the king's son-in-law and the princess's husband... I mean, are you still short of money? Zhen Shaolong really couldn't figure it out.

Urdangarin immediately grimaced, My status is only superficially glamorous. Of course, many people think it is glamorous, but few people know how poor the royal family is.

Wudan Jialin found that Zhen Shaolong was interested, so he talked about the poverty problem of the royal family in general.

Unlike the British royal family, the Spanish royal family directly enjoys a percentage of national tax revenue. They are only taken care of daily expenses. For example, the expenses for the royal family’s activities are definitely the responsibility of the Spanish government. The Spanish royal palace is also funded and maintained by the Spanish government, and nothing else is covered at all. , the king must spend his own money when he goes to the mall to buy clothes.

The royal family has a small amount of fixed assets, which only belong to the king's family. It is difficult for Crown Prince Felipe to enjoy it, let alone Princess Christina, and their normal income is the fixed salary of royal family members.

The king's salary income is about two hundred thousand euros per year.

According to Spanish law, the income of other royal members can only reach up to half of the king's salary. Queen Sofia receives half of the salary. Princess Cristina is the fifth heir to the royal family and enjoys a fixed salary of only 80,000 for royal members. An annual salary of around 80,000 euros is acceptable for ordinary people, but for a royal princess, it is really a bit pitiful.

Zhen Shaolong felt a little sympathetic when he heard this. His bonus for scoring a goal was equivalent to two years' salary of a royal princess.

After Urdangarin suffered a lot of misfortune, the topic changed back, So, do you have any good investment advice?

When Zhen Shaolong didn't know how to speak, Crown Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia came over, and they brought their daughter Leonor with them.

Urdangarin introduced again.

In fact, there is no need to introduce them. Zhen Shaolong has done enough homework and naturally knows the crown prince and princess, including the adorable Princess Leonor who is only a few years old.

Felipe and Letizia also knew Zhen Shaolong, and Letizia even kissed him enthusiastically, I suggested inviting you, don't take it offence, you are the best player of Real Madrid and the star of the whole of Spain. , is a star in the whole world and it’s our honor to have you come to the party.”

Zhen Shaolong was a little embarrassed. Letizia was definitely a beautiful princess, and a beauty was as enthusiastic as a woman could be. But with her husband, the crown prince, beside her, she seemed very embarrassed. He could only say, Thank you.

Felipe didn't care, but was interested in what Urdangarin and Zhen Shaolong were talking about.

Urdangarin leaned into Felipe's ear and said, Zhen is very discerning in investment. He made nearly 20 million euros in the stock market this year. I am currently communicating with him about making money.

Felipe's eyes lit up and he immediately said to Letizia, You go to other places to entertain. I have something to talk to Zhen about.

Then.

Felipe and Urdangarin were on the left and right, sandwiching Zhen Shaolong in the middle, ready to listen to Zhen Shaolong's investment advice.

far away.

Two reporters who were filming the royal gathering couldn't help but sigh when they saw this scene, Zhen Shaolong is really popular. The royal family is so enthusiastic that Crown Prince Felipe and Urdangarin entertain him...