Eagle's Glory

Earl Taylorwin was well aware of this, and he also knew that as a broker, he would definitely be able to get rewards from both parties.

"Your Highness, after all, Prince Talleyrand is very old, and there are many difficulties in coming to Ioannina from France. He can only look forward to the day you return to France. At that time, he will definitely take the I come to see you with the greatest respect..." Earl Taylor Wen said with a smile on his face, "And during this period, if you want to pass on any news to him, you can just pass me through. Naturally, I have a secret channel and my teacher Correspondence will never be leaked."

"Thank you, Earl, I will never forget your contribution." Aigron expressed his gratitude indifferently. "No matter what happens in the future, your kindness to us will always be remembered in my heart."

Thank you, thank you, his life is still taken away, this is two different things.

"My hard work is not only for myself, but also for France and her people." The earl replied solemnly, "Since the revolution, every time there has been a change of power in our country, it has brought a horrifying and bloody storm, and coming Ashamed, I was also forced to become the maker and follower of the bloodbath... Every time I think of those poor people who died directly or indirectly because of me, I am full of guilt, and I just want to cry, hey, but what? What is the solution? Who has a choice at that time? Everyone is involuntary.

And now, I am tired of those repeated killings, and I am afraid of doing it again, so if one day the rule of the Bourbon royal family in France needs to be terminated, then I want to do my best to make this change softer, Let the number of victims be as few as possible, and only in this way can I comfort my conscience..."

He had already thought about these words in his heart, so the words were full of emotion and tears.

He had presided over the liquidation of the imperial supporters in the south and had a blood feud with the Bonapartists, so even if he wanted to change his family, he had to come up with a good excuse, and this was the best excuse.

He believed that Duke Reichstedt was a pragmatist and would not pay too much attention to past grudges. As long as he showed this attitude of repentance and repentance, the Duke would forgive him for his previous mistakes. How many people are there without blood on their faces?If they had to be liquidated one by one, it would be impossible for the Bonaparte family to sit firmly on the throne.

If it weren't for Chanel, there would be no problem with the earl's idea. Aigron didn't care about such "trivial things" in the first place, but with Chanel, the situation would be completely different.

How could the high-ranking earl know that fate had dug such a big hole for him in the dark?If he knew that the young maid next to him who had been silent and pleasing to the eye was actually his life-and-death enemy, and wanted his own life every moment, I'm afraid he would never be able to laugh, but would try his best to Way to escape.

Aigron and Teresa knew this fact in their hearts, so when they watched the Earl's pretentious performance, they felt a little embarrassed.

Teresa was originally depressed because of her pregnancy, and because of etiquette, she had received Earl Taylor Wen for so long, and she was already feeling tired. At this moment, she didn't want to continue acting with the Earl, so she again He bowed slightly to the count.

"Mr. Earl, I can fully understand your painstaking efforts. In fact, I hate bloodshed more than you. If our couple really have the opportunity to take charge of France, we will definitely treat everyone with tolerance and kindness, and will not treat everyone because of what they did before. Deliberately retaliate and liquidate for nothing... As you said, France has shed enough blood, and there is no need to continue to shed more blood for us. I only hope that we can bring better things to every citizen. In the future, that’s what our whole business is about.”

It seems that this gift was not given in vain!The earl was secretly delighted, this is a clear guarantee that he won't liquidate the past.

Of course he believed Teresa's words. After all, Princess Teresa was the princess of the Habsburg family, and she had no grievances with him, and she certainly didn't care about the lives of those who died before.

In his secret joy, he didn't notice at all that Princess Teresa's only aversion to bloodshed was not necessarily bloodshed, and there was no specific guarantee that she would never hold herself accountable.

Although Teresa doesn't like killing people, she doesn't mind taking the count's life in order to relieve Chanel's anger. In the end, there were not many innocent people who killed each other in France. It will not be a burden to the conscience.

"Sir, I'm already a little tired and want to rest. Can you allow me to leave in a rude manner?" Teresa looked at the count calmly and spoke again.

Of course Earl Taylor would not stop him, he stood up again and saluted Princess Teresa, "Your Highness, I wish you a good dream tonight."

Then, with Chanel's support, Teresa slowly left the reception room and went to the bedroom to rest.

Aigron watched Teresa leave, and he felt a little funny in his heart. Fate is so mysterious and unpredictable. Who would have thought that a person who seems to have the best tricks of both sides is actually sounding his own death knell step by step?

He looked at the count gently, his eyes filled with tolerance and kindness towards a dying person.

But the Earl was flattered, "Your Highness, you have a happy family. Princess Teresa is both talented and beautiful. If she can become the Queen of France, she will definitely benefit all people and let every one of our citizens praise and love her... "

"Thank you, I also believe that she will be able to do this." Aigron nodded bluntly.

Then, he changed the subject again, "Count, thank you for your hard work, no matter how long you stay with us, I promise, you will enjoy the highest courtesy. It's a pity that I can't let you show up in public, because I'm afraid will get you into trouble."

"Indeed, thank you for being sympathetic to my difficulties." Earl Taylor Wen replied with a smile, "I am very grateful for your attention to me, but unfortunately, I have to leave tomorrow and go to Istanbul. I must follow the scheduled time as soon as possible. Go to office, so as not to arouse the suspicion of the government."

"It's my fault for making your schedule so hasty, so I'll see you off tomorrow." Aigron became more cordial, "I can let my guards escort you all the way to the port to ensure your safety here. The trip was safe and sound."

Earl Taylorwin knew that Duke Lechstedt's statement was obviously showing favor and wooing him, and this kind of kindness meant that he valued his role very much. Not wrong.

He was full of luck and joy in his heart, but he still pretended to be calm on the surface, and saluted Aigron in a graceful manner.

However, at this moment, Aigron suddenly seemed to think of something, and suddenly asked another question.

"Count, I want to ask you one more thing about Prince Talleyrand."

"Just ask, I know everything." The earl said graciously.

"Has Prince Talleyrand made any suggestions similar to mine at the Duke of Orleans?" Aigron asked with a smile.

He quickly noticed that Earl Taylor's smile froze immediately, but he quickly covered it up.

"I don't know much about the Prince's other arrangements, he just invited me to visit you..."

From his reaction, Aigron understood that Prince Talleyrand must have had secret contact with the Orleans family.

But this is not surprising at all. The so-called shopping around, Talleyrand wants to place multiple bets to find the highest bid for himself. To be a republican revolutionary...

Aegron wasn't angry at all about it, and he would certainly be if he were in the same position.

In the original history, Talleyrand came out to stand for the Orleans family. In this timeline, it is normal for him to conspire with the Orleans family.

"It doesn't matter, it wouldn't be surprising if there was." So he calmly told the earl, "I don't mind the prince interacting with anyone. He is not my subject now, and he is free to do whatever he wants. However, I remind him Pay attention to what the Orleans family did back then. They were a group of conspirators, but not a group of courageous and determined gamblers. In history, conspirators always lose to gamblers, because gamblers dare to risk their lives. The Duke of Orleans can do I can do everything I do, and many of the things I do are things he would never dare to do or could not do in his lifetime. As an experienced elder, he should be able to see who is better between me and the Duke of Orleans Whoever is weak deserves his assistance..."

Aigron showed a rare toughness. There is no doubt that his words are boastful, but now he must show the pride and confidence of "willing to win".

But he also knew that Talleyrand had seen many storms and waves in his life, and Emperor Napoleon's roar did not frighten him, and his few words certainly did not frighten him.

Now he is far away, and the Duke of Orleans is close in Paris. From the perspective of information communication, the conspiracy between Talleyrand and the Duke of Orleans is much easier than him.

This means that he must give a higher price while giving a greater hope of success, so that Talleyrand will choose himself after consideration.

"I don't know what the prince is thinking, but I believe that he will make the right choice." Earl Taylor Wen calmly replied, "History has proved that he can always choose the right winner."

"Wrong, he can always let the winner choose him!" Aigron retorted loudly, "You can tell the prince that no matter how he chooses, it will not change my opinion of him. He is a man worthy of my respect. And the admirable elder, it would be best if he stands by my side, if he accidentally becomes my enemy, I will pay him a respectful visit, please let him wait."

Eggron's arrogant declaration made the earl stunned.

Then, Aigron made his bid.

"Finally, you tell him that if he chooses to help me, I am more than willing to have him as my foreign secretary for as long as he likes. There will always be a place for him in my government."　　

113. Training and Loyalty

"I would very much like to have him as my foreign secretary for as long as he wants. There will always be a place for him in my government."

Egron calmly offered his own price.

Earl Taylorwin didn't seem very surprised, because he had predicted in advance how the Duke of Leichstadt would bid, and this result was within his prediction range.

Prince Talleyrand is a well-known diplomat with rich experience in international coordination. If the Bonaparte family wants to "whitewash" themselves in front of the big powers, then he must be the best candidate, and he may not even be one of them .

From this point of view, the Duke must indeed show due sincerity.

"I fully feel your sincerity, Your Highness." The earl replied respectfully to Aigron, "Please rest assured, I will return your words to the prince in full, I believe he sees how much respect you have for him. , will be very happy."

Earl Tellering didn't know whether Prince Talleyrand would agree. The old man had a very tight mouth and didn't reveal his own psychological expectations and plans before leaving, so Earl Tellering couldn't agree to anything. , can only pass on the message first.

However, he is a professional after all. He has witnessed countless similar political transactions with his own eyes. They have never been achieved overnight. They all need a certain process to coordinate with each other's positions. During the period, there will be various intrigues, so he knows how to deal with them. .

And for Aigron, he doesn't expect Talleyrand, an old fox, to join him immediately—at this time, the old guy will definitely hide in his luxurious and comfortable castle, spy on the situation, and observe the forces of all parties. There is a trade-off, thinking about which side you stand on can get greater benefits, and it is absolutely impossible to make a decision immediately.

Aegron's bid may seem high, but in fact he has little to lose.

Talleyrand is already too old, he is now 74 years old, and he would not have lived for a few years-in the original history, he lived until 1838, and his energy had declined to the point where he could not handle official duties a few years before his death , and now this historical line is estimated to be similar.

In other words, even if Egron keeps him as his foreign minister, he won't be able to jump for a long time. Time will naturally take away this notorious and respectable old guy, and he doesn't need to lift a finger. Get him out of the way.

It was those other people who really needed a headache, such as Marshal Soult whom he deliberately wanted to win over.

The marshal has made many achievements in his military career, and his health is amazing. He was born in the same year as Emperor Napoleon in 1869. After 1830, he was invited out of the mountains to serve the Orleans family in charge of the army. He is an extremely human minister, reaching the pinnacle of a warlord.

That's all. He actually lived until 1851 and witnessed Napoleon III leading the Bonaparte family to take back France. He is old and immortal.

Such a character is tricky, just waiting for time won't get him away.

Of course, that's all for the future, and now his most important step is to win this well-known military leader under his command as soon as possible, and use his strength to gain the support of the army.

Of course, these thoughts were calculated by Aigron in his heart, and he did not show them on his face.

"Okay, then wait for your good news, count. I believe that your arrival is a good omen for me, and it will also be a good omen for the fate of France."

At this moment, Chanel, who had just sent Teresa to rest, returned to the room.

Earl Taylor was not surprised, he just took a look at Chanel and immediately turned his eyes away - although he had met Chanel when he visited Aigron in Schönbrunn Palace, but what about a big man like him? Might have the energy to remember what a maid looked like?

On the contrary, it was Aigron who wanted to play tricks on the other party.

He deliberately greeted Chanel and let Chanel walk in front of the two of them.

"Do you remember her? Earl." Then, Aigron asked Earl Taylor Win with a smile.

Earl Taylorwin froze for a moment, then frowned and thought hard, but he couldn't remember anything.

"Sorry, I don't remember that we've ever met, is this lady...?" he asked Aigron.

"You really forgot..." Eggron shrugged with a smile, "When you visited me last time, she was by my side, she was the one who packed things for us."

"Oh...so that's it! I remembered." Earl Taylorwin quickly acted as if he had suddenly realized it, but of course he still didn't have any impression. "Hey, I'm getting older, and my memory is really getting worse...I just remembered it at this time. Dare I ask Miss Fang's name?"

"Her name is Chanel." Aigron replied unhurriedly, "Although she is a maid, she is more like a family member to me. She takes care of me wholeheartedly and travels with me. everything I've done."

"Really? That's how it is!" Earl Taylor Win nodded.

From Aigron's tone, he can tell that the Duke really has feelings for this maid lady, but this is not surprising, many young masters like to accompany and take care of their maids since they were young, and even love each other. There will also be affairs, even he himself was so sexual when he was a child.

Judging from the figure and appearance of Miss Chanel, this should be inevitable...

Such a person absolutely cannot just be regarded as an inconspicuous maid, she must have considerable influence in the Duke's mind.

Although Earl Taylorwin is a nobleman, he has experienced a lot of training, and he does not have the arrogant arrogance of nobles, even if he has, he will never show it easily.

So, he immediately changed his face, looked at Chanel with a humble and flattering smile, "Miss Chanel, please forgive my disrespect, I have forgotten such a beautiful face! As a Frenchman, this is really An intolerable mistake... miss, I assure you that I will never forget you in the future, and I am willing to be your best friend."

Chanel swallowed lightly, trying to maintain her composure.

"You're too much, sir. I'm just a maid, so how can I be qualified to be your friend?"

She lowered her head so that she could only look at the earl's waist, because she was deeply afraid that if she looked directly at the other party, the earl would notice the flame of hatred burning in her eyes.

Of course, in the earl's view, this was the normal behavior of a little maid who had never seen the world.

"You serve the Duke, and you are favored by him, so you naturally share his brilliance. Under this brilliance, you are as noble as others, or even more noble. Why should you be so presumptuous? Colbert also It's just a humble little man, but in the end he became a high-ranking minister thanks to the king's favor, and his three daughters became duchesses——I think, if the duke's dream comes true, you must also have those things that make you happy. Everyone is envious of the title, and if I want to flatter you, I'm afraid I won't be in the line..." Earl Taylor Wen continued to compliment the other party.

To be honest, when the earl wants to please people, he can indeed speak like a lotus flower. If it is not because of the hatred in his heart, I am afraid that Chanel will be very happy.

But now, the more pleasant the earl said, the colder Chanel's heart became.

If the Earl looked like a murderous monster, she might be more able to accept it, but the gentle and elegant nobleman in front of him, with a humble smile on his face, is so pleasant, and he can only feel kindness , that creepy kindness.

The fate of the whole family, parents, sister and younger brother, are all dead...but the murderer doesn't care at all.

The death of his own family was meaningless to him. It was just an ant that he trampled to death. It was insignificant and not worth remembering. He never felt uneasy, and he didn't feel proud at all. He just erased it casually.

In an instant, the last appearance of those relatives who died tragically came to my mind along with the memory, Chanel's eyes were sore, and she almost cried.

In those years, how many other people disappeared from the world so silently and turned into simple numbers on the work report?

"Miss Chanel, what's the matter with you?" Earl Taylor Wen noticed Chanel's abnormality, so he asked strangely.

"Please forgive me, Mr. Earl...I'm just...just too excited." Chanel hurriedly wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes with the back of her hand, "I have served in the court for a long time, and I watch the adults come and go every day , but has never been noticed, so I am so touched that a master like you is willing to say such considerate words to me."

Oh, what a little girl who has never seen the world.The count sneered in his heart.

He didn't know how many times he said similar things in the social arena, and only this kind of local girl took it seriously.

Having said that, the Duke of Reichstedt actually prefers such a girl who has never seen the world. Could it be that he is tired of playing with a famous lady like Princess Teresa and wants to try something new?Thinking about it this way, it's not incomprehensible.

On the other hand, not having seen the world means psychological expectations, and it is easy to win favor. Earl Taylor Wen decided to spend some effort to please Miss Chanel in the future, and let her blow pillow wind for him.

Although the Duke of Reichstedt may not be able to enter France, what if?It's always right to prepare in advance, and it doesn't cost much anyway.

After the plan was made, Earl Taylorwin's smile became even brighter, "Oh, why are you so moved? It's us who have blind eyes and didn't see the treasure hidden in the deep palace, otherwise we would have courted you long ago! But Fortunately, His Highness knows people well, brought you by his side, and doted on you, I believe that in the future, you will become the most respected lady in the court."

"I also hope... I hope so." Chanel smiled through tears, and a blush appeared on her face.

Then, she looked at the earl, her eyes full of expectation, "Mr. earl, you said that you will never forget me in the future, is this true?"

I really have never seen the world, and actually asked for a bribe in front of the master!I don't know how to restrain myself.

Earl Taylorwin sneered again.

He glanced at Aigron, and found that Aigron was just looking at the two of them with a smile on his face, as if he was watching the fun, and didn't mean to stop it.

It seems the Duke really dotes on her.

That being the case, it doesn't hurt to spend a little time trying to please.

"Really! I swear on the honor of my family, I will never forget you, even to the last day of my life." He replied slightly exaggeratedly to Chanel, "Miss, logically speaking, I should give you a gift For you, but please forgive me for coming here in a hurry today, and I didn’t prepare a gift that is worthy of you... But don’t worry, when I return to Istanbul, I will try my best to collect rare treasures and pick out enough worthy ones Your gift is for you! Stay tuned."

"Well... sir, we've made a deal." Chanel nodded excitedly, "I will be your good friend until the last day of your life."

This nondescript metaphor made the earl a little surprised, but he only thought it was because the local girl didn't understand social rhetoric, so he didn't take it to heart.

Then, he exchanged a few words with Aigron and Chanel, and then let Aigron send someone to take him to rest-he will leave tomorrow morning and go to Istanbul to take up his post.

In the future, they will keep in touch with each other, so as to establish an information channel leading to the castle of Valaisé in France.

After the earl left with satisfaction, Aigron and Chanel stayed alone.

After Chanel closed the door, the tense nerves of the whole person also relaxed, and he could hardly stand for a moment.