Seeing that Aigron agreed to the couple's conditions, Louisa and Count Naipeg were naturally overjoyed, and in order to please Aigron, they also entertained the couple very warmly.
However, Aigron was very grateful for this.
He originally didn't want to stay at his mother's place for too long. He just came to visit her. Although they settled their differences after meeting, he didn't find a reason to continue to stay.
According to the original plan, after staying for two or three days, Aigron bid farewell to his mother.
Of course, in order to make everyone look good, he used the reason that he had to complete the matter of selecting the king of Greece as soon as possible - this was the main purpose of his trip.
For this reason, it was naturally difficult for Louisa to stay, so she agreed to Agron.
But she came up with another idea——
"My son, how do you plan to go to Bavaria this time?" she asked.
"I have already made an agreement with the other side. We will first pass through Genoa, then Switzerland, and finally enter Bavaria. The other side will make proper arrangements next." Aigron replied.
"Well, that's not bad..." Louisa nodded, "But you don't mind if I add some conveniences to you, right?"
"What do you mean?" Aigron was stunned for a moment.
"Although you must have a suitable fake identity for your long journey, you will still have a little trouble after all. I can give you the legal certification documents of the Principality of Parma. I think it will be helpful to you, right?"
Louisa's smile was quite gentle, while Aiglon looked a little lost in thought.
If his mother had always treated him like this, how could he hold a grudge for so long! How could the relationship between mother and child fall to this point?
It's a pity that her kindness to herself was ultimately just for the sake of her and her second husband's children.
"Why, don't you think it's possible?" Louisa was a little confused.
"No, madam, I think this is also very good." Aigron abandoned the little sadness in his heart and nodded in agreement.
"That's good." Luisa was relieved, "Then I'll ask someone to make arrangements for you, so as not to waste your time——"
At this time, Earl Neipeg also learned that Aigron was about to leave, so he brought his two children, daughter Amberdine and son William, to Aigron to pay tribute to their brother and The future lord said goodbye.
Because of the repeated warnings of Count Neipeg and Louisa, the siblings respected Aigron very much and did not dare to express their anger. They just timidly bowed to him and his sister-in-law to say goodbye.
"Goodbye, two little guys." Aigron said with a smile, and then said goodbye to the half-brothers and sisters in a friendly tone, "I hope that when I see you again, you will be taller and more beautiful than you are now. Smart, I promised my mother that I will take care of you in the future, and I also hope that you can help me—"
"I will definitely!" William quickly puffed up his chest and replied, "Your Highness, I will definitely become your loyal subordinate, just like the Guards."
Amberdine also nodded slightly, and then looked at his elder brother with a little reluctance.
"Your Highness, you gave me a great gift when you came. In return, I would like to paint a portrait for you. It is now roughly completed. I originally wanted to polish it up a little more, but I didn't expect you to leave so soon... So, can you allow me to show my shame and leave you such an unfinished painting as a souvenir?"
Her words were very low-key, as if full of admiration for her brother, and it seemed that she was not entirely taught by her parents, but that she could handle such a situation.
"Of course, I'm very happy to leave with such a gift." Aigron nodded with a smile.
So, Amberdine ran all the way back to his bedroom, and then came over with a picture frame.
Aigron picked up the painting and took a look, and found himself in the painting, holding a sword and standing under a bodhi tree, wearing a large cloak, looking majestic.
Although the technique is very immature, the use of colors is ordinary, and there are still many small details that have not been completed, this is a work full of respect after all.
Aiglon couldn't help but look at Amberdine again.
I have only been here for so long, but I didn't expect that she has already started painting silently to please herself. It seems that she really listened to her parents and regarded herself as the future protector of her two siblings.
It seems that although this sister is only ten years old, she is actually quite sensible!
Aiglon has always felt that the grudges of the previous generation should not be extended to the next generation. Although he hates his mother and despises Earl Nepeg, he does not have any prejudice against the two children.
And since they are so respectful, it further proves mother's sincerity.
"Well, it's a very good painting. I will keep it well." He nodded as a compliment to Amber Din, "Amber, goodbye."
"Goodbye, my brother. After you leave, William and I will pray for your career every day."
Amberdine curtsied to him respectfully.
She could see that Aigron was very satisfied with her attitude and gift, so she boldly changed her name to a more affectionate one. Seeing that the young man didn't show any disgust, she felt relieved.
Although she was only ten years old, she already had a vague understanding of her family's current situation. Her parents had always wanted the two of them to have a good relationship with this "brother," so she racked her brains. Do this to the best of your ability.
In terms of results, she felt that what she had done was quite successful, so she was quite happy.
"Okay, you go down first." After saying goodbye to each other, Count Naipeg called his two children to leave.
Then, he walked up to Aigron and spoke with a very solemn expression.
"Your Highness, as you said before, I am not qualified to regard myself as your father, and I know that I have caused you a lot of trouble, so I ask you to forgive me..."
"I forgive you, Mr. Earl." Aigron nodded, "The past is in the past."
"Yes, time will bury everything in the past, and it will bury me soon." Count Naipeg smiled bitterly, and then his face became even more ugly, "I don't know how much time I have left, but every moment I feel like my body is getting weaker... I don't know how to describe this feeling, as if you can feel the footsteps of death approaching you. I used to be a soldier, strong enough to charge into battle, I I'm used to feeling full of energy, but now I feel like my body is like an hourglass. The last energy of my life is passing away every moment. I want to reach out to block the gap, but I can't. I can't stop it no matter what, and in the end I can only watch myself wither and die..."
Although the earl's tone was calm, Aiglon sounded a little sad.
The two of them had a bad relationship, but when he saw a seriously ill person slowly dying, he naturally couldn't take pleasure in his misfortune.
Moreover, the earl's words also reminded Aiglon that his lifespan is also limited, and the time when he is full of energy and radiance will definitely be less.
Time is cruel to everyone, it destroys every empire, every mountain, every person.
"When facing death, people always can't help but look back on their life. After I look back, I have no regrets, but there is nothing worth remembering. I am a person who is pushed by the current situation. My superiors ordered me to I will do whatever I want to do, but you are different... You are the one who grasps the situation and creates the situation. In the future, the destiny of countless people will be changed because of you. As a person who is about to disappear in the long river of time, I sincerely wish you the best. You have done great things and left immortal traces in your limited time, just like your great father-"
When a person is about to die, his words are also kind - after hearing these words, Aigron instinctively thought of this idea.
He has no interest in making sarcastic remarks about the dying people.
"For your kind words." He calmly thanked Count Naipeg, "I will work hard to complete my career, and I promise you - if your son is really capable enough, then Naipeg This surname will also be carried forward along with me and be remembered by history."
This promise made Count Naipegg laugh.
"I'm sorry that I've caused you trouble again... My daughter and son will definitely regard you as a beacon on the journey of life and follow your will. It's really sad to think about it. Back then, I fought against Napoleon's empire shed blood and lost an eye, but now I have to hope that this empire will reappear in the world, fate...how many jokes do you have to make before you give up!"
After laughing twice, he puffed up his chest, and then saluted Aigron goodbye with military etiquette.
After he left, Theresa, who had been silent, sighed softly and almost shed tears.
"Although he was about to lose his life, at least he did not lose his dignity."
"Yes, although I am a little dissatisfied with him, as a husband and father, he has nothing to say." Aigron replied softly, "I think he has no regrets and has done everything he can. ”
When he said this, Aigron suddenly thought that Count Naipeg was working hard for his marriage to Teresa, but in the end he was not able to see the moment when they entered the marriage hall - because Aigron simply did not know how to get married. They were not invited.
How do they feel? After all, judging from William's previous description, their family was paying close attention to the progress of their career and cheering for their victory.
It’s really sad...
Aiglon decided not to dwell on this issue anymore. After all, things in the past cannot be changed.
"Since we have promised the earl, let's fulfill our agreement." Teresa said casually, "I have observed carefully in the past two days. William and Amberdine are both very smart children, and they are also very smart. They are sensible and know how to respect us. I think we can train them accordingly in the future, so that you can fulfill your promise and get help, isn't it the best of both worlds...?"
"It's not just the best of both worlds, right?" Aigron asked with a smile, "You also got what you wanted, Theresa. Everything was realized according to your wishes."
Teresa felt slightly embarrassed and looked away from the window.
"Isn't this bad?" she asked.
"That's really good, at least I'm happy now." Aigron hugged his wife gently, "Teresa, I'm not blaming you. You have your own ideas, and your starting point is also to do my best. As a wife, You didn't do anything wrong...it's just..."
"Just what?" Teresa listened carefully while enjoying her husband's hug.
"It's just that fate sometimes does not necessarily depend on human will. Those best wishes are not so easy to realize." Aigron smiled slightly, "You have always wanted to entangle me with Austria. Why are you trying your best to get me on friendly terms with the Austrians? Maybe it’s just because you don’t want to have to fight with your motherland? You are afraid of making that painful choice, so you want to avoid it from the beginning—— "
Teresa lowered her head slightly, but did not deny her husband's words.
"I'm not blaming you. It's normal for you to have such thoughts. It would be terrible if you didn't have any feelings for Austria, the country where you were born and raised." Aigron emphasized again, "And I am willing to cooperate with your wishes, and I don't want to be with you." My grandfather fought with swords... But Teresa, if we really reach the throne, then sometimes we have to make decisions that are against our will, because politics is unemotional, and any hesitation will lead to disaster."
"I know..." Teresa finally spoke, "Needless to say, Aigron, I know all this. I am indeed afraid of falling into that situation, but if we have to break up, of course I will stand on our side, because we We are husband and wife, they are one body! What makes me sad is not the decision, but the fact that you would ask such a question... How could you doubt that I would hesitate when the time comes?"
Teresa smiled bitterly, "Count Naiperg was trying to make himself have no regrets, so he tried his best. Can he know that fate will definitely favor his child? Can he ensure that his arrangement will succeed? He doesn't know, and no one can guarantee it, but he is still trying... because this way he can go to heaven with a clear conscience.
Aigron, I am the same. I have been working hard and will work hard in the future, because I love Austria and I love you. I am willing to find a way to bridge the interests of both of us, at least we will not have to break up. . In this case, I won’t have to face the most painful consequences...
Yes, if I really have to choose, then I will only choose our side, but if I have not worked hard at anything, if I just watch everything heading towards disaster, then I will be ashamed! So Aiglon, let me work hard for this, what's wrong? I love you……"
After finishing speaking, she buried her head deeply into Aigron's arms, as if to express her feelings.
Aigron did feel Teresa's heart.
Yes, Teresa is on her side no matter what, and that's enough.
He never doubted it for a moment.
And he did love Theresa, so he did what she wanted.
"Isn't this all good now? We should say goodbye with a smile." He laughed.
Next, Louisa quickly completed the corresponding procedures for them, and Aigron and his party also packed their bags and headed north to Bavaria.
The mother and son waved goodbye at the end. Their respective life trajectories, after briefly intersecting, inexorably drifted away from each other.
