Chapter 267 The Prince's Visit
"Oh, God, how is this possible? I called her a few days ago." Nicole Kidman covered her mouth incredibly, as if it was difficult to accept it.
Ryan sighed. Diana did not accept his advice and kept using the driver. Just like those big events in the past, what should have happened still happened.
Of course, there is no convincing conclusion after more than ten years of the truth.
The sound of the TV continued, and the BBC host was obviously Diana's supporter, and the voice was filled with a hint of infarction.
"In order to get rid of the pursuit of seven motorcycle-riding photographers, Diana and Dodi Fayez were riding in Mercedes-Benz sedans at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour. At around 0:30 a.m., when the car arrived at the Alma Bridge under the Highway tunnel on the Seine River in the center of Paris, it suddenly lost control and hit a demarcation cement pillar in the middle of the tunnel. The car was completely damaged. Dodi and the driver died on the spot. Diana and her bodyguard were seriously injured and sent to the hospital for emergency treatment. At 4 a.m., Diana died in the hospital due to heavy chest bleeding, at the age of 36. It is reported that the royal family has sent a special plane and her body will return to China under Prince Charles escort..."
After reading the news, Ryan recalled few related memories, which seemed to be exactly the same as his previous life.
"The crew temporarily stopped working, and gave all British employees a holiday, and..." Spielberg slowly said his decision to his assistant. The old man had a lot of contact with Diana. "If the royal family has new news, please inform me immediately."
The crew of "Save Private Ryan" hired a large number of British employees, and the news would soon spread. With Diana's position in the hearts of ordinary British people, these people could no longer have the heart to work.
Besides, if the royal family really wants to hold a funeral publicly, most people in this room, including Ryan and Nicole, will definitely be invited.
The crew is temporarily on holiday. Ryan, Ni and Tom Hanks simply left here and returned to a hotel in a nearby city. The British's sadness needs time to vent, and the crew may find it difficult to resume work within one or two days.
"Why is this happening!"
When he entered Ryan's suite, Nicole obviously still couldn't accept it and walked around excitedly, "Why doesn't God protect his kind people?"
Close the door. Ryan hugged Nicole in his arms, gently stroked her back, calming her emotions. She and Diana can be regarded as friends.
What's more, no matter who you are, you will be shocked when you suddenly hear someone you know unexpectedly die.
"Maybe God doesn't want to let his angel suffer anymore," Ryan said in Nicole's mood.
"I hope she will be happy in heaven."
Feeling Nicole lying tightly in her arms, Ryan was a little impulsive, but knew that Nicole was absolutely not intimate, so he had to suppress it and watch the changes in things through the Internet and TV media.
On that day, Diana's coffin was transported back to London and parked in Kensington Palace, and the whole of England was in grief.
The next day, even the Fleet Street, which likes to jump up and down and is afraid that the world will not be in chaos, issued a memorial article in a tacit understanding. Many people spontaneously gathered in front of Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace to send flowers, hoping that the royal family can publicly mourn this respectable princess.
However, something unexpected happened. Elizabeth II and Prince Philip led the royal family to leave Buckingham Palace for vacation at the Palamore Palace without any public or official statement.
Then, Fleet Street dug up the latest news from somewhere. The royal family would only hold private funerals for Diana, and would not be directed to the public. Major media were suddenly full of offensive remarks, and some tabloids even used words like "cold-blooded".
The media's fanning of the flames quickly aroused the anger of the British people. More and more people came to Buckingham Palace to offer flowers, and even people outside London rushed over. At night, they spontaneously lit candles in Trafalgar Square and near Buckingham Palace to commemorate the princess in their hearts.
Unexpectedly, such incidents will definitely be used by politicians to make a big fuss. The No. 10 Downing Street publicly criticized the royal family's practices and called Diana the "Princess of the People". Politicians from various countries also expressed their condolences, such as embezzling Ye, Zipper Dun and others...
The public's dissatisfaction with the royal family is overwhelmed, and some even publicly called for the removal of the royal family's privileges. The remarks from No. 10 Downing Street are becoming more and more biased towards Diana, which is tantamount to adding fuel to the fire. The Windsor royal family is facing a huge public relations crisis. This is definitely the biggest trend since Elizabeth II ascended the throne. Once it is not handled properly, the royal family is likely to slide into the abyss...
"Will they hold a funeral for Diana?" Nicole asked.
“It will definitely be.”
Although Nicole's intelligence can certainly be seen, Ryan still made a meaningless explanation, "The Queen will not bet on all the reputation and prestige of the royal family for Diana, even if she hates her very much."
“Compromising is the wisest thing to do.”
As Nicole said, he suddenly thought of Ryan. He should have a deeper understanding of this word? Since entering Hollywood, his cooperation and interests have also been a kind of compromise.
Sure enough, the royal family quickly issued a public statement that it would hold a public funeral for Diana. Even the royal flag at Buckingham Palace was lowered in half. Then, several royal members, including Prince William, appeared in the eyes of the media and the public, and launched crisis public relations.
It was at this time that Ryan, Nicole, and Tom Hanks and Stephen Spielberg received an invitation to attend the funeral.
Of course, except for the royal family members, the invited people from the cultural and sports circles who are good friends with Diana.
Ryan and his friends left Ireland and came to London. Perhaps the queen made a TV speech, and the people were obviously not as angry as before.
Ryan specifically ordered the car to turn around in front of Buckingham Palace. In front of this world-famous palace, it had become a sea of flowers, and even the entrances and exits were almost blocked. The royal flag, which was said to never land, was only half raised.
The car carried them to the Claric Hotel in London, where Ryan saw many familiar faces, such as the tenor king from Spain...
Whether it is time or place, it is not suitable for socializing now. Occasionally, Ryan will talk to someone familiar, while others just nodded and greeted.
The funeral is scheduled for September 6 two days later. The royal family will not only open to the public, but also authorize the BBC TV to broadcast live. The Windsor Dynasty is doing its best to restore its image in the public.
After dinner, Nicole changed into her home clothes and walked into Ryan's room. She chatted about the whole story without saying a word. The two of them had a lot of gossip in their hearts.
"Diana, who is determined to pursue love, died in the same car as her lover..."
"Ryan, Diana's private life is a bit bad, but her enthusiasm has helped many people."
"I understand, Nicole, it is precisely because of all that she has done that the British people have chosen to stand on her side..."
The 'aggressive' knock on the door interrupted the chat between the two people. The arrival of an uninvited guest surprised Nicole Kidman who opened the door.
"Your Highness..."
A young man with a serious expression stood outside the door, with many guards behind him. Nicole restrained his expression and quickly gave him and his entourage in, "Your Highness, why are you here?"
Hearing Nicole's words, Ryan quickly stood up from the sofa and sorted out his somewhat messy clothes, "May God bless you, Your Highness!"
He has no friendship with him! Ryan secretly shouted in his heart, what is Prince William coming to do at this time?
"Hello, Miss Kidman! Hello, Mr. Jenkins!" Despite the unconcealed sorrow, William did not have any rudeness, showing the royal stereotype and upbringing. "Both are friends of the mother, so you have to be polite."
"Please sit down!" Ryan is not so restrained to such a little devil.
Perhaps because of the time constraints, after several people sat on the sofa, Nicole had not even had time to serve the drinks. The future Duke of Cambridge said his purpose.
"That's right, there will be some memorial ceremonies at my mother's funeral."
The boy seemed extremely mature, as if Diana's sudden death made him mature quickly, "Mr. Jenkins, you are the latest singer of your mother's life and a recognized genius. If possible, can you write a song for your mother?"
"Do you want to sing at the funeral?" Ryan asked tentatively.
"Yes." William nodded slowly, "I know this is a bit difficult, hope..."
"William, that's OK."
Compared to Ryan, Nicole is more familiar with the other party, "I agreed to Ryan."
"This is what I should do, Your Highness!" Ryan's tone was very firm, "I will give a single to commemorate the princess..."
Just as William frowned, Ryan continued, "All income will be donated to the Princess' Foundation."
"Thanks!"
After shaking hands with Ryan and Nicole, William quickly said goodbye. Judging from his appearance, he should have to visit someone else.
After closing the door, Ryan sighed and understood that William represented the royal family. They were willing to let the future British king come to the hotel in person to visit these celebrities attending the funeral, which is not a kind of image recovery and crisis public relations.
Of course, as long as you are a smart person, you will know what to say and what not to say.
"Sorry, Ryan!"
After Ryan sat next to him, Nicole rested on his shoulder, "I just wanted to do something for a child who lost his mother."
"I understand." Ryan gently stroked her long dyed golden brown hair.
"Will this cause trouble for you?" Nicole suddenly remembered that music inspiration is not something that can be found any time.
"I need inspiration and creativity, my dear!" Ryan sighed intentionally.
"Then what can I do for you?" Nicole cooperated very well.
"Uh..." Ryan's eyes turned around, and he leaned into Nicole's ear, muttered in a low voice, in return Nicole's glare, "Ryan, if you are willing to let me kiss you later, I have no objection, otherwise you don't even think about it!"
"Okay, okay, can I pretend I haven't said it?"
Reassuring Nicole, Ryan took the cell phone and called Pigkinsley, "Pate, contact Warner Records, I want to borrow their recording studio in London, and sign a single release contract with them..."
Chapter completed!