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"I want to be the master of my life and control my own destiny"
— Wen Yali
"Dear, can we get married?" the prince asked.
"Of course, but before that, I think we should sign the pre-marital agreement ."
This is a Danish prince and a civilian princess, but before the wedding, she asked to sign a treaty of "divorce without dividing half of the other party's property", She is The first Asian princess in the history of the European royal family, Wen Yali .
She once gave up everything she had for love. During her tenure as princess, everyone loved her, from the Danish royal family to the common people. However, ten years later, she said to her beloved husband, "It is better to break up with one knife than to have a different dream."
wen Yali (1964-), formerly known as Alexandra Christina Manley, former Danish princess
Today, listen to her legendary story.
The first Asian princess in Europe
In June 1964, Wen Yali was born in Hong Kong, China. Her grandfather is a mixed Chinese-English race, her grandmother is French, and her father is a native of Shanghai. The three sisters in the family are the oldest and the strongest. Although they are like a "tornboy", they have excellent grades in school since childhood and never worry about their parents.
Wen Yali is a mixed race of 8 countries, and her mother has the bloodline of Polish and Austrian . The diverse cultural background of the family since childhood has allowed Wen Yali to form an open world view/The one with long hair on the right is Wen Yali
Her father is an executive of an insurance company and her mother is a manager of a communications company. The surplus family environment allows her to have more choices in life, whether it is academic, career or love. After graduating from high school, she chose to study in three countries. English is her native language, and during this period she also mastered four languages, including fluent German , French and a certain degree of Cantonese and Japanese.
Before she graduated, she took the position of bank securities broker ; after graduation, she was promoted to the position of deputy chief executive in a well-known company within 4 years. It only took her 12 years from the daughter of an ordinary Hong Kong family to a strong business woman who travels the world.
Citibank and GT Asia Management Company are both companies she has worked in. At that time, she often wore professional attire and had delicate makeup but not excessive
The rapid development of her career seemed to slow down her love life. Her parents did not put too much pressure on her marriage choice. When she was 30 years old, she met Joachim, who was 5 years younger than her when she went out with her friends by chance.
At that time, Yoakim was internship at a shipping company in Hong Kong. "a Danish businessman who came to Hong Kong" - was Wen Yali's first impression of him.
She didn't know the other party's true identity at the beginning, she just thought he was charming and sincere. The two of them have both knowledge and cultivation, and they had a great time talking to each other. They quickly developed into lovers
The two wearing couple sweaters
And when she found out that Yoakim was actually the second prince of Denmark, the two were no longer just pure feelings. If they wanted to follow their lover, Wen Yali had to face quitting her job, staying away from her hometown, becoming a princess in a foreign country, and completely overturning her existing life plan.
At this time, the media was busy mocking the foreign civilian princess who suddenly entered the Danish royal family: She must have a blind love mind and a hidden scheming.
Before marriage, Wen Yali and Yoachim often went out to play together
In the eyes of friends, the two can be said to be handsome men and beautiful women
Give up or persist, two roads are in front of us, and Wen Yali chose love without hesitation. She chose to leave everything she knew and her family, follow her future husband to a new country, learn new things, and open her arms to accept them as part of her.
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I think love is sacrifice, exists for the other party, and sticks to it for the other party."
—Wen Yali
dating for five months. Yoakim proposed to her on a trip to Philippines , and Wen Yali happily accepted it. The engagement ring was designed by Prince Joachim himself
The engagement ring worn by Wen Yali belongs to the "Three Stone Ring Trilogy Ring", which often symbolizes the bond between families. It consists of a 2.5-carat diamond and two round rubies
The Queen of Denmark personally gave Wen Yali a gorgeous wedding dress and an ancestral diamond crown. She said: "From today, you will be a Danish." This sentence opened Wen Yali's first window in this country.
and a couple at the wedding
The Queen of Denmark gave Wen Yali the "Queen Alexandrene's Water Drop Diamond Crown" as a wedding gift/Originally produced in 1912
Although the media has been questioning, Wen Yali, who is not concerned about rumors, is willing to make her marriage with her beloved simpler and clearer. She chose to propose a pre-marriage agreement with Joachim, promising that if she divorces in the future, she does not need to take half of his property as required by the royal family.
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If one day our marriage is in an irreversible crisis, then let's break up. Instead of having a different bed and dreaming, it's better to break up with one knife and each have the right to start a new life."
-Wen Yali and Yoachim said
Wen Yali, who first arrived in Denmark, often wears dazzling "Chinese red"
In a photo with the royal family, Wen Yali wore the "Elephant Order" symbolizing the Danish royal family/gold enamel-made chain with square jewelry inlaid elephant
Oriental Diana
Happy one
Wen Yali and the two little princes
In order to integrate into Denmark as soon as possible, Wen Yali learned Danish within 300 hours and gave a national speech. She actively participates in international diplomacy and goes deep into the people. has become the best diplomat and spokesperson of the Danish royal family.
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Diana was only 19 when she got engaged, and I was 31 when I got married. So I knew very well what kind of person I was, and what I made was my own decision, and I knew I was not just marrying a person, but his entire country."
——Wenyali
His words are not the most authentic Danish language on the podium, but she is fluent in words, confident and generous in words
Northern and elegant purple is one of her favorite colors to match at events
Wenyali has high requirements for outfits, but she does not like to dress too formally. She only Wearing a crown once, the one given to her by the Queen of Denmark. As a substitute, she chose to use various hats as a match and became a new generation of Danish women.
She is compatible with the beautiful facial features and bright and charming smiles that mobilize the hearts of every people, and her kind and approachable personality is loved by the Danish people.
Hat is the most common accessory in her casual wear. On the same occasion, she paired with fashionable and formal clothing such as woolen jackets, cashmere coats, and other fashionable and formal clothing. The earrings used for brightening are also different
While performing her royal duties, she also served as the chairman of the Danish branch of UNICEF. She has served as the custodian of many organizations such as the Danish Red Cross Youth League, the Danish Visually Impaired Association, the Animal Foundation, and the ARKEN Museum of Modern Art.
Wen Yali attended the event of danish Children's Fund
She responded to all the media's doubts with silent actions. Unconsciously, this once "thorn in the eyes" of the media has become the favorite princess of the people.
International trade major and rich work experience plays an important role in promoting fundraising for charity projects
In the royal family, her sincerity and enthusiasm impressed every member, and hit it off with the Queen of Denmark who loves Eastern culture and became the Queen's favorite daughter-in-law. The Queen not only often praises her in public, but even asks the eldest prince who was not married to find a partner in comparison with Wen Yali.
Know that Wen Yali likes to match hats with different styles. It happened that the Queen, who is also the spokesperson of Danish fashion, also exchanged experiences with Wen Yali
Wen Yali wore a badge with the queen's avatar and the Danish Red Cross badge on her chest html l4
Denmark royal red cross badge is made of platinum long strips of pearls and diamonds, simulates the radiant visual effect and symbolizes the glory of a country
Unfortunately, even though Wen Yi is sincere and hardworking, what she unexpectedly cannot imagine is that the experience of Concubine Diao also came to her. When Wen Yali was busy with royal diplomacy, charity activities and taking care of her two young sons, Yoakim was keen on entertainment such as parties, racing , and was addicted to wine and sex, and was flirting with her.
Finally, in 2005, Wen Yali chose to divorce Yoakhim peacefully, ending this 10-year marriage.
"We didn't have to force ourselves to be together just because we had two beautiful children... He is my very important friend, but we don't want to be husband and wife forever." This is Wen Yali's later response to the media
As soon as the news came out, the Danish people spontaneously helped the prince from the East, condemning Prince Joachim, believing that the prince was not worthy of her.
Wen Yali didn't even need to retain her title of princess when she divorced, while The Queen of Denmark enthroned Wen Yali the title of Earl Frederickburg one month later, ensuring that her aristocratic status will not be lost because of her possible remarriage in the future.
The media even wrote sarcastically: "Now he [the prince] can go to and from nightclubs without any scruples, and we can celebrate all night tonight.”
The former wedding location - in the corridor of the Fredericksburg Palace, 's elegant past has now turned into a unique heraldry, submerged in the dense royal heraldry on the wall.
The magnificent royal heraldry wall under the architectural style of the Dutch Renaissance of the Trisburg Palace / Wen Yali's exclusive heraldry design added the elements of her hometown according to her requirements
The ten years of conscientious career of the princess never let Wen Yali forget the source of gratitude for her life. In her exclusive heraldry, the horse represents Fredericksburg, the dragon symbolizes the "successor of the dragon", and the blue acacia symbolizes the mother's country Home in Austria, the white magnolia symbolizes the father's city of Shanghai.
The laughter and joy that once came here have also become permanent memories
Wen Yali is still the favorite member of the royal family, the favorite former princess of the people, and the mother who the two princes depend most on, But at the age of
Return to the helm of life
Wen Yali after returning to the singularity of her children every year, she will bring her children back. Hong Kong so that they can integrate into the city where she grew up. Although the life of a single mother is not tired, she has more time to witness her sons' growth. She will get up early to make nutritious breakfast for her sons and send them to school by bike.
When the divorce was made, the two little princes were only 6 years old and 3 years old respectively/often kissing Wen Yali, who cooks herself, is not skilled Chinese cuisine, becomes her favorite of her two sons in the future - fried rice with eggs!
When there is nothing to do, they will make a cup of hot tea and watch movies together, and they will share the trivial matters of daily life. With her careful companionship and care, the two little princes thrived and did not suffer any harm in their separate family environment. Therefore, when they heard that their mother had a new pursuit The seeker also knows how to be happy for her.
Prince Yoakim also has a new princess and descendants, but he is willing to move to Copenhagen to get closer to his son. The two little princes have never lost their childhood love and companionship
Less than a year after the divorce, the 27-year-old royal photographer Jorgensen carried out a crazy pursuit of Wen Yali. Wen Yali obeyed his heart and agreed to him. The two soon got married. The Danish royal family not only sent their blessings, but Yoakim also led the two little princes to the scene
However, 8 years later, this love fairy tale with a huge age difference came to an end again. When the media speculated in a variety of opinions, Wen Yali just said frankly: "A man is 'icing on the cake' in my life, not 'incompetent'. I am grateful for the present and everything I have. I have learned to love myself more."
This marriage also made Wen Yali lose her status as a princess from then on and no longer have the privilege of royal members
Age has never been a factor in her binding herself. She still pays attention to body care, and the clothing and jewelry matching in public places are exquisite and exquisite. As long as she is seen in social activities or individual royal activities, she must be elegant and intellectual. and more importantly - she is still the helm of her life.
After many years, Wen Yali and Yoachim have always been good friends, and the love for their children is the same. The two little princes who grew up in love and tolerance also take good care of their half-brothers and sisters. As their son gradually grew up, Wen Yali devoted herself to more charity causes, assisting African children, raising funds for Parkinson's disease research institutions, and paying attention to women's birth and maternal and child health. She once said: "I am the one who best defines her life.”
In 2018, Prince Nikola, who studied at Copenhagen Business School, signed a contract to become a model and made a debut at Burberry show at London Fashion Week . A year later, Prince Felix was also admitted to the Royal Danish Military Academy. two kings Zi often said that life choices are discussed with her mother, but she will always leave the final decision to themselves.
Prince Nichola and Prince Felix, who are known as the most handsome prince in Europe, are hailed as Prince Nichola and Prince Felix, who are known as the most handsome prince in Europe. Nikola once said that she could start her favorite model career because of her mother's encouragement This year, Wen Yali is 58 years old. Outside of love, she has already mastered the steering wheel of her life. She is not going with the flow, but moving forward all the way. When love is in a temporary state, even if there are sacrifices and losses, She also hugged it without fear. But she respected but did not depend on every opponent in her love. She stayed when she met, and left when she didn’t meet. She never pity herself. Just like she said: "Everyone has a story, not all fairy tales must be happy, and the stories written by Andersen are not all beautiful fairy tales. is not the so-called fairy tale - having the best expectations for yourself, but not knowing what kind of scenery will be in the future. ”
After all, life is just a matter of perfection.
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