"I will tell him that I will never live up to his expectations." Aigron solemnly promised Theresa.
This is indeed what he thinks.
If there was anyone in Austria who he had a special fondness for, apart from Sophie and Theresa, the only ones left were Archduke Karl and his wife.
This good impression is not just because they are my future parents-in-law, but also because of the way they treat me——
After the palace put the marriage on the agenda, Archduke Karl valued him very much and worked hard to support and care for him, trying to help him integrate into the upper class society of the Austrian Empire and prepare for his future future.
When he visited the manor, the couple treated him warmly and treated him like a nephew.
Not only did they prepare a generous dowry for their daughter to meet their future needs, but they also sincerely hoped that they would be able to make a difference.
Since he came to Schonbrunn Palace, he had not felt this kind of love from his elders with high hopes from his grandfather, the emperor, and even less from his mother. Instead, he got it from this couple.
He has always had a good memory, so he remembered every detail and could feel their kindness.
He is also a normal person with a normal mentality. How can he not be grateful to them?
Unfortunately, due to a trick of fate, he finally chose to live up to this good intention. When he fled Vienna, he was already ready to break with everything here.
But it is of course impossible to say that there is no guilt in my heart.
However, due to fate, everything took a turn for the worse. Teresa used her courage and persistence to reunite the broken marriage - that is to say, this couple will become his again in the future. father-in-law and mother-in-law.
And this also means that he has the opportunity to repay their kindness to him.
He remembered that at that time, Archduke Karl hoped that he could hold power and encouraged himself to pursue fame and fortune and become the pillar of the empire; but in order not to be suspected, he had to hide his ambition and pretend to be uninterested in fame and fortune. , thinking about it, this also made him a little disappointed.
And now, isn't he just making great achievements? Archduke Karl should be pleased to see such a proactive self.
There is no doubt that what he did will arouse the anger of his old father. He must still hate and curse himself now, but as long as he accepts the reality in time, he will eventually forgive him.
Then he can be proud of his son-in-law's achievements.
Therefore, even for this point, one must succeed, and the winner can get all understanding.
Since arriving on the island of Monte Cristo, Teresa has not sent any message to her family, so her parents must have been waiting eagerly. Agron can imagine that after Teresa's letter is sent, it will be How many waves it brings in their lives.
And similarly, when they receive the letter, the Austrian officials will probably receive information about themselves at the same or even faster speed.
Thinking of Metternich's expression at that time, Aigron couldn't help but feel a bad taste in his heart.
He was sure of what the Austrian official's reaction would be next - that is, they would continue to stand still and observe the situation.
At best, this is called strategic determination; at worst, this is because Austria is not strong enough to dominate the entire situation, so it has to be on the defensive and is only willing to passively accept attacks and choose its own response according to changes in the situation. .
His maternal grandfather and Metternich were both the powers that most wanted to "maintain the status quo", because they vaguely knew that it was already very difficult for the Habsburg dynasty to maintain its current ancestral business. Any change in the status quo might In the end, the aging Habsburg dynasty will be damaged, so leaving everything intact and preserving current interests is the best choice.
Similarly, among the great powers, Austria has the least interests in Greece, and they have the least motivation to interfere in everything here. They would rather observe the actions of others before deciding their own actions.
Aigron knew even more that his grandfather's wish might be granted for a while, but it would not be realized forever.
The world is like this. If a country is sailing against the current, it will retreat if it does not advance. If it only wants to maintain the status quo, it will easily fall into a state of being incomplete and conservative. The 19th century happened to be the time when European civilization made the fastest progress. The Industrial Revolution was in the ascendant and social productivity was advancing by leaps and bounds. .
While countries were developing rapidly and their national power was expanding, Austria remained the same, faltering due to various internal problems. Finally, in the revolutionary fire that swept across Europe in 1848, everything that Metternich had worked so hard collapsed into In vain, even he himself had to flee hastily amid the roar of the Viennese people, and sadly bid farewell to the political arena.
They represent an old era that was left on the stage just because of historical accidents. They barely maintained their past status with the power of the Vienna System and the Holy Alliance. When the tide comes, the castle on the beach will eventually be gone. Nothing left.
The new era was created by my generation and should be controlled by myself. Just wait and see... He thought to himself with a little pride.
Seeing Aigron's thoughtful and proud look, Teresa looked at him with interest even though she didn't know what he was thinking.
This is what she likes to see most.
How much clever wisdom exists in this lovely head! Thank God for allowing me to be there to witness everything.
After a moment of silence, Agron nodded to Teresa in farewell.
"Okay, Teresa, I have to go, just have a good rest... I will be back to stay with you in the evening."
Then, he changed his clothes and walked out of the bathroom.
"Your Majesty, have you rested?" Chanel, who was waiting outside the door, immediately came up to him and asked him in a low voice. "Sorry, I just took it upon myself to let Her Royal Highness Teresa in... I must not have disturbed you, right?"
Although her expression was very calm, Aigron could still hear a little hidden depression.
"Chanel, you don't have to take responsibility. It was Teresa who wanted to do this. Can you still disobey?" He comforted the other party with a smile. "Besides, I am very happy. This is a very interesting experience. It's a pity that it hinders Due to the commitment I made to Teresa, I can't do anything more outrageous...but I think this also increases our expectations and fun."
Chanel lowered her head, and after a moment, she asked a question in a voice as thin as a mosquito.
"Your Majesty, what about me? Are you unwilling to favor me anymore?"
"Huh?" Aigron's smile froze.
"It is true that I cannot be compared with Her Highness the Princess, and I have never overestimated my ability to enjoy the same treatment as Your Highness. For me, being able to stay by your side is already my greatest luck. But...but... "The more Chanel spoke, the more distressed she became, almost choking, "This is both an honor and a torment for me. Obviously I shouldn't think too much about it, but seeing His Highness and you in such harmony every day makes me a little scared... because This fits so well that there seems to be no room for others. When I think that you may no longer pay attention to me in the future, when I think that my happiness has come to an abrupt end... I am unspeakably scared."
As he spoke, Chanel covered her mouth and cried silently, "Your Majesty, I'm sorry that I shouldn't disappoint you at this time, but I really feel a little uncomfortable...Am I going too far? If so, Please reprimand me severely so that I can give up these silly thoughts."
Aigron watched quietly, not knowing what to say for a moment.
Ever since Teresa came to his side, Chanel could only stand aside silently, seeing the two of them inseparable, and it was definitely impossible to say that there was no jealousy in his heart.
He couldn't help but raise his hand and gently patted Chanel on the shoulder.
"Chanel, believe me, since I said that you can stay with me as long as you are willing, then I will never leave you..." He comforted the other party in a low voice, "And, I didn't say that we It ends everything between us."
"What do you mean?" Chanel raised her head and looked at him in surprise.
"I still have too many things to do right now, let me finish what I need to do." Aigron smiled slightly, "When everything is over, I will fulfill your wish. Don't be afraid, I never have Treat you as an object that can be thrown away after use. To me, you are very important... In other words..."
He made a long note, and then gently patted Shanel's forehead, "I do still have you in my heart, and I will never forget everything you have done for me."
"Your Majesty..." Chanel sobbed again.
However, a long-lost smile appeared on her face.
"Then I'm relieved... As long as I still exist in your heart, that's enough."
"So don't be childish now. I don't have time to deal with this kind of trouble." Aigron shrugged, deliberately making himself look serious, "Besides Theresa, there were people who came to see me just now. ?"
"The Count of Monte Cristo came to see you just now." Chanel replied immediately. "I told him that you were taking a bath and didn't want anyone to disturb you, so he went back temporarily, but he asked me to tell you that Panos Colokotronis has brought people over and is waiting for you to attend the banquet at any time. "
The worries that had accumulated in Chanel's heart seemed to have been swept away, and she returned to her usual vitality and alertness.
"Very good." Aigron nodded calmly, "Now I am full of energy and have enough energy to deal with these people."
After saying that, he left Chanel there to wait for Theresa, and he walked along the corridor back to the suite where he lived.
At the door, he saw Edmond Dantès, who had been waiting for a long time.
"Your Majesty." As soon as he saw the young man, he immediately stepped forward and saluted.
"Edmund, I'm sorry for keeping you waiting." Aiglon nodded to him, "I took a rest to get rid of the fatigue of the journey. How do you think I am now?"
"You are radiant now, and you seem more graceful than when I saw you during the day." Edmond Dantès replied half-complimentally, half-sincerely, "I think you are the most king-like person I have ever seen. No one else—except your father.”
"That's because you didn't have the chance to meet many kings!" Aigron couldn't help laughing.
He is not averse to being complimented, especially by a 'protagonist' like Edmond Dantès, which will bring him great joy.
However, he also knew in his heart that nothing could be accomplished with compliments alone.
"Okay, then take me there." Aiglon made a gesture, "I hope these Greeks are as sensible as you."
"Please follow me." Edmond Dantès immediately turned around, and then led Aigron straight out of the suite and all the way to the lobby downstairs of the hotel - where today's banquet will be held.
Along the short journey, several guards on guard raised their guns and saluted Aigron, and Aigron nodded in response.
After checking into the hotel, the defense here has been taken over by Aiglon's own people.
The captain of his guard, Andre Davout, and carefully selected guards guarded his bedroom and key points around the hotel. The guards were very tight, which also gave Agron enough confidence.
They fulfilled their duties and strictly checked every guest coming and going from the hotel. Even Panos Colokotronis himself was checked before he could enter.
For Aigron, his personal safety is not only related to him, but also to the rise and fall and destiny of the Bonaparte family, so carelessness is absolutely not allowed.
Under the guidance of Edmond Dantès, Aigron came all the way to the hall.
At this time, the hall has been newly decorated, with lights and colorful decorations everywhere, various fruits, meats and dishes placed on the table, and candlelight everywhere makes the surrounding area bright.
At this time, it was already crowded with people. They were wearing various clothes and had different expressions. However, when the young man arrived, they all immediately stopped their conversations and focused their attention on the young man. On people.
He was not excited by big scenes, because he had seen too many glorious scenes with his grandfather at Schonbrunn Palace.
These scenes were completely incomparable with the glorious halls of Schönbrunn Palace, let alone the majestic scene when the imperial dignitaries welcomed the emperor, but at this moment, the young man felt a strange sense of satisfaction.
After more than ten years of dormancy, he finally has a figure in the European power scene. Even if the people present at this time are just some poor local tycoons, it means that he has become an important figure. Every word and deed of a person will be listened to by these people with bated breath, and they are all eager to benefit from themselves.
However, these were not enough, far from enough, completely unable to satisfy his restless heart...
Under the gaze of everyone, he walked proudly to the center of the hall, and then looked around at everyone present.
"Thank you for coming." Then he spoke confidently. "I know what you are looking forward to, and I can assure you that the moment you see me, you have already received the best opportunity in your life!"
