Eagle's Glory

And the Duin Leli Palace has become a victim of the destruction of the empire. The Paris Commune launched an uprising to take over the city of Paris. After the Provisional Government decided to suppress it, in order to eliminate the "symbol of the exploiting class", the rebels burned down the Paris City Hall and the Royal Palace. , So the Louvre once again stood alone, leaving only the gallery and the Duin Lery Garden next to it, silently describing the original two palace projects.

As far as Aigron is concerned, the disaster is a very long-term problem, and he doesn't need to worry about it yet.

Now that there are gems in front of him, Aigron honestly took this "creative idea" of his cousin in history.

Under his instigation, Teresa soon became interested. While she was pleasantly surprised by her husband's ambition, she excitedly discussed with Aigron the shape and scale of the gallery building, as well as what art should be collected and exhibited in it. Products and so on, unknowingly, the two people actually discussed it until night fell.

"It's already time for dinner..." Teresa looked at the bright red setting sun in the distance, and she couldn't get enough of her emotions. "Your Highness, I really hope that we can make the things discussed today come true! But it's interesting to think about it. We don't even know whether we can dominate that country, but we are already thinking about how to dominate it..."

"It will definitely come true, Teresa." Aegron stroked her face, and then replied softly, "It can only belong to us, and no one can stop us."

"Yes, as long as you are here, there will be miracles... I firmly believe that miracles will come to us one after another, because fate belongs to you." Teresa smiled and leaned on his shoulder , "As long as I'm by your side, I have the courage to face everything."

Then, she lowered her eyes again and looked at her swollen abdomen, "Little guy, you must be as ambitious and far-sighted as you are, worthy of being your child and mine..."

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After the husband and wife warmed up for a while, Aigron and Teresa came to the restaurant to prepare dinner. Normally, it would be very quiet here, with only Chanel at the side, and no one would disturb the time between the couple, but today it was a little bit There is an extra guest at a different table.

Michelle Neyon sat upright in her seat, staring straight at her chest, looking nervous and uncomfortable.

He was specially invited by Aigron for dinner today.

It is a great honor for anyone in the Principality to be invited to dinner by His Majesty, and so is Michel Nein.However, he wasn't sure what His Majesty's plan was for calling him here, so he felt a little uneasy.

As soon as he saw the two Majesties coming to the restaurant, he immediately stood up from his chair as if he had loaded himself with spring, and saluted Aigron and Teresa.

"You don't have to be polite, Michelle." Aigron nodded cordially, motioning for Michelle-Neyon to sit down. "Today is our private party, you can treat us as friends, just like visiting a friend's house for a meal."

Come on, Your Majesty, whoever dares to think that he can be free in front of you will surely die very quickly.

Michel Neyin smiled wryly in his heart, but on the surface he complied and relaxed himself a little.

Judging from Aigron's friendly attitude, Michelle Nein guessed that he should not encounter any trouble today, maybe he might be lucky.

At this time, the dishes were also served, and Aigron picked up the tableware and began to eat, and then looked at Michel Nein. "Michelle, how are you feeling lately?"

Michelle Neyin felt a little difficult to answer this question about Mohu, or it was a little elusive to understand His Majesty's meaning.

In fact, he's been pretty boring lately.

Although nominally, he is the supreme commander of the Knights except Aigron, but now that the Principality is at peace and there is no battle to fight for the time being, and the other members of the Knights are not his clear subordinates, his command power is naturally difficult to use .

In the government of the Principality, because Egron trusted Father Faria more, he granted the priest unparalleled power, and Father Faria may feel that Michel Nein is too high in terms of background and status, and he is afraid He can't be commanded or he disperses his power, so he rarely communicates with him, and he is not appointed to any government position, and even consulted rarely.

Therefore, although Michelle Neyin still has the title of "Supreme Commander", he actually can't command a few people, and no one needs him to command, so he is in an awkward position.

Of course, in terms of material treatment, no one dared to owe the son of the former Marshal of the Empire and the most senior member of the Knights now. Like Prince Charles, he also got a large manor.

During this period of time when he was close to being refrigerated, he and Prince Charles went to the same destination by different routes, and they also enjoyed hunting and feasting to pass the time.

Of course, after all, he was born in a high-level society, and Michel Nein has basic common sense of political judgment. He can see that Prince Charles is not very popular with His Majesty, and he has almost openly broken with Queen Teresa, so although the same Cast idle, but he basically does not communicate with the prince.

For a prince with extremely strong political ambitions, such a life is tantamount to torment; but for Michel Nein, although such a life is uncomfortable, it is not completely unacceptable, and he lives in Ioannina temporarily Living in seclusion in wealth, he even hired an architect from France and spent a lot of money to build a big house.

However, Michel Neyin was not completely addicted to a rich life, he still hoped that he could continue to be reused by His Majesty, give full play to his talents, and gain more power and wealth.

It was precisely with this expectation that he was so nervous in his heart, for fear that he would not perform well in front of His Majesty and waste this precious opportunity in vain.

After thinking for a while, Michel Nein finally thought of his words.

"Your Majesty, I feel very good. I enjoy a peaceful and quiet life in the Principality. I have my own honor. After more than half a year, I finally feel that I can stand up straight and face my father in heaven. And all this , was completed under your leadership, and I am also full of gratitude to you."

After a lot of clichés to make people happy, he tactfully put forward his request, "However, I am still young after all, and it is good to live a peaceful and quiet life, but I also hope to have more opportunities to serve you. Serve, let our Neiyin family make greater contributions to the revival of the empire, this is also my bounden duty."

Although he had to be tactful, the meaning was very clear that he wanted officials and power, and wanted to do something.

Aigron wasn't surprised by his answer, he knew Michel Neyon would be a little restless after being pressed for so long.

And this is what he did on purpose. Michelle Neyin had made a lot of military exploits with him before, and he was the supreme commander. Father Faria temporarily snubbed him, keeping Michel Nein from participating in government affairs.

Today, the political framework of the principality has been set up, and various construction tasks have begun step by step, which also means that many small people who were originally under Michel Neyin have climbed up now, so there is no need to worry about it Things are aligned with him.

Now is the time to pull him out.

Michel Nein didn't know what Aigron was thinking, but judging from the special invitation today and Aigron's friendly attitude, he judged that he was expected to come out, so he made his request with full expectation.

Aigron didn't answer him immediately, but exchanged glances with Teresa first.

"To tell you the truth, Michelle, I called you here today because I have something important to tell you"

coming!Michele-Neyon yelled inwardly, and continued to look at Eggron expectantly.

"After Teresa gave birth to the child, we will set off together to Switzerland." Soon, Aigron made a plan.

"Are you going with Her Majesty the Queen?" Michel Nein repeated, and then suddenly seemed to figure out the meaning.

His Majesty had left the Principality for a while before, and Princess Teresa was in charge of the power. If Her Majesty the Queen also left this time, wouldn't it be... His heart suddenly beat wildly.

"After we leave, the order of the Principality must be maintained. This requires a military commander to sit here and never allow any unstable factors." Leisa has discussed it, you are the most suitable person to be the governor, I would like to ask your opinion, are you willing to take on this difficult job?"

Of course I would!This sentence Michelle Neyin almost blurted out.

The comeback of his dream is just around the corner, how could he not want to.

But soon, the remaining rationality in his mind made him hesitate.

This "governor" is very good, but how long will he be in office?I won't stay here forever... That would be a big loss!

He never thought that he would end his life in this humble little principality on the Balkan Peninsula. He desperately hoped that the Bonaparte family would restore the empire as soon as possible so that he could return to Paris to develop his ambitions.

Of course Aegron noticed his hesitation.

Aigron knew that the reason why Michel Nein and many officers in the Knights followed him and risked their lives for him was out of loyalty to the Bonaparte family and the empire on the one hand, but on the other hand On the one hand, what is more important is personal prosperity and wealth.

It is unacceptable for them to stay in Ioannina and spend their youth on this barren land thousands of miles away from France.

Every Frenchman will never forget Paris, the gentle town and gold-selling cave, and Michel Neyon is no exception.

For Michel Neyin, it would be great to let him be the governor of this shitty place for a while, and he can be a tyrant, but if he stays here all the time, it will be as uncomfortable as being sentenced, So he was a little anxious.

"Michelle, if you have any concerns, just let it go." He picked up the glass and took a leisurely sip of the wine.　　

134, backhand and regret

[Chapter number was accidentally typed wrong... Also, fortunately, the ban on the last episode was finally lifted...]

"Michelle, if you have any concerns, just say it."

Although Aigron was still amiable, Michel Neyon was very nervous.

He knows that the leaders always like to say "if you have any concerns, just say it", but every person who only speaks what is in his heart will basically end badly.

He didn't dare to say "I don't want this appointment", because he knew that His Majesty's patience with him is limited, and the official rank he gave today is already very high, that is to say, if he refuses this "reward" , then the next reward is nowhere in sight, and may even never be there again.

He had finally waited for the opportunity to stand up, but he was not willing to give up easily.

He was unwilling to lose the opportunity, and he was unwilling to be left in Ioannina all the time, which required a certain amount of ingenuity.

"Your Majesty, I am very grateful for your trust in me. As your servant, I am also obliged to undertake all the responsibilities you entrust to me, no matter what kind of responsibilities. Therefore, you don't have to ask me if I am willing to accept this appointment, just Just give me an order." Michel Nein pondered for a moment, and then replied to the young man carefully, "However, Your Majesty, as a soldier, I am more eager to continue to use my strengths, especially Working for you under your command, dying for you. Just imagine, you go on an adventure to conquer France, but I am thousands of miles away, doing nothing! This is an unbearable shame for me, and my father in heaven will never die. I will not forgive my incompetence, so I hope that in the future, you can... call me to serve you by your side as soon as possible."

Eggron and Teresa looked at each other again, and they both laughed.

Although Michelle Nein has a respectful attitude and extremely euphemistic words, he has clearly expressed his opinion-I can be the governor, but I hope I won't be here all the time.

Because he was afraid that Aigron would disagree, he also brought up his father on purpose, hoping to play the emotional card, which was really well-intentioned.

But Egron is not disgusted either—to put it bluntly, what right does he have to ask others to follow him like a fanatic?Everyone has their own little thoughts, which is normal and should be. The key is to twist them into a single rope in the general direction.

Aigron and Teresa had already anticipated Michelle-Neyon's reply when they discussed it beforehand, so they had already prepared the answer, and Aigron said it immediately. "Michelle, please rest assured that after you are the most valued talent under my command, in everyone's mind, you are also an excellent commander, loyal and courageous, how could I waste such a talent? If it wasn't for I'm worried that after Teresa and I leave, the principality will be left alone, and I won't leave you here-so, once we have good news over there, I will send someone over before entering the French border Let me inform you, come to France as soon as possible...Maybe you won’t be able to enter Paris with me in time, but I guarantee that you will also have a share of the highest honor—”

Although Aigron's tone was flat, Michelle Neyin's heart was surging.

In his heart, "the highest honor has its own share", which is equivalent to having its own share of the highest reward.

His Majesty is promising that he will never forget himself, and that once he returns to France, he will give himself a big piece of the cake.

Michel didn't know what it would be, but he felt that it must be an important official position—after all, he still needed cronies to assist him.

Thinking of this, he finally swept away the gloom in his heart, raised his head high again, and his eyes were full of passion.

"Do you have any other comments?" Aigron asked again.

"No more, Your Majesty!" Michel Nein stood up again, and then saluted Aigron again, "Your Majesty, I will take care of this side for you, and I will kill anyone who dares to make trouble!"

"It's a good thing that you have a strong hand, we need strong men, but..." Aigron nodded first, and then changed the subject, "You have to respect Father Faria and his cabinet, the two of you sign The documents will not be effective until they are countersigned."

That's how it is... Michel Neyin suddenly stopped.

It seems that His Majesty still favors the old priest. His authority as the "governor" needs to be countersigned by the priest to exercise it, which has also damaged his authority by half.

However, Michelle didn't dare to make any further comments. He knew His Majesty's character, and if he bargained again, he might lose even this little thing—anyway, there are people outside who are willing to be the governor.

"Yes, Your Majesty! I completely obey all your instructions." Michelle Nein once again assured Aigron, "I will cooperate sincerely with Father Faria to keep the principality safe and sound, and not bring you any trouble. Worry about the future."

"Very good, Michelle." Aigron smiled and nodded in approval, "I believe you can do a good job, as you have always done."

To be honest, according to the order of power, if Aigron and Teresa leave, Father Faria, the prime minister, is the most suitable to be the regent or governor. Dare to take the risk—to put it bluntly, if the priest died suddenly in the near future, wouldn't everyone be in a mess?

Therefore, only one left-behind governor can be appointed to lead various affairs.

In fact, in Aigron's mind, Andre Davout is the most suitable to be the left-behind governor. He is loyal and has little personal ambition. The captain of the guard has seriously neglected his duties. After hearing that the Aigron couple planned to sneak into Switzerland and find an opportunity to enter France, he immediately asked himself to follow the couple as a security guard. No matter what Aigron said, he would not change his opinion. , and even begged His Majesty not to let himself fail in duty again.

Seeing his resolute attitude, Aigron also felt grateful for his loyalty and enthusiasm, so he granted his request. In this way, if the most suitable candidate could not be used, he could only use the alternative—the rice that had been refrigerated for a period of time. Xie Er Neyin was pulled out by him in this way, and became the highest left-behind officer of the principality.

Although this is not the best choice, it is already the most reasonable choice on the whole, and Aigron can only arrange it in this way after weighing it.

Seeing that the two people were talking and laughing, they finalized the whole matter, and they both relaxed their hearts. The tension that filled the room just now disappeared suddenly. In order to please Aigron and Theresa , took the initiative to joke, chatting with the two His Majesties, the table was filled with a happy atmosphere, and soon the dinner was almost finished.

Before the dinner was over, Aigron gave Michele his final instructions.

"Michelle, there is still some time before we leave Ioannina. During this time, I think you'd better follow me and Father Faria to learn how we handle affairs and get familiar with the plans we are advancing now. , so that it is convenient for you to take over. If possible, I will arrange a house for you next to the Prime Minister’s residence, and you will not go back to your manor for the time being—what do you think?”

Although Michel Nein had just built a mansion in his manor, at this moment, he quickly left his mansion behind, "Your Majesty, I think this is very good, I urgently need to learn new Work."

With the power in hand, who cares about living well? Besides, once you become the governor, do you still need to worry about poor living conditions?

Seeing Michelle's eagerness to try, Aigron sneered silently in his heart.

He knows that the greatest knowledge of being a king is to divide the cake and decide who has more and who has less. This kind of "benefit distribution right" is the power of the monarch.

Politics, military, economy, no matter which aspect must not be controlled by others, otherwise it will face the dilemma of being hijacked and emptied. This is the so-called "a famous weapon cannot be faked".

Although he had to entrust the principality to others due to the situation, deep down in his heart he was absolutely unwilling to endure any risk of his authority being violated.

After he leaves, he will leave a dark trail in Ioannina, monitor the Governor's every word and deed, and at the same time report any trouble in the Principality.

It's not that he can't trust Michelle, nor is he afraid of the other party's rebellion, but that he must do his own job well and cannot pin his hopes on his subordinates - if he is used to doing this, then he will definitely lose power in the end.

"Okay, since you have no other opinions, let's arrange it as it is." Aigron put down the tableware, then stood up, "Remember, what we are talking about today is top secret, and it will be announced after the appointment." Before, there was absolutely no way to leak a single word—”

"I understand, Your Majesty!" Michelle Nein quickly responded.

Aigron was silent for another moment, and finally, he sighed softly, and said his last entrustment.

"We must take good care of Hai Dai, and we must not let her suffer any grievances. Although she is our puppet, she cannot really hold any power, but she is a good child and very sensible. In a sense, I regard her as our So, after I leave, she will enjoy the treatment she deserves, and after I notify you, you can bring her to France together."

Michelle froze for a moment. He had always regarded the so-called "Grand Duchess Ioannina" as a slave girl His Majesty bought on a whim, and never had any respect. Look so precious.

To actually take her to France...

However, since His Majesty said so, he didn't dare to have any opinions, so he could only agree again.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

Aigron made a gesture, Michel Neyon saluted him solemnly, and then left the mansion under the guidance of Chanel.

When he came, he was full of apprehension, but when he left, he was already full of vigor, and he was only waiting for the day when he took office.

After Michelle left, Teresa, who had been silent during the meal, finally spoke.

"Your Highness, thank you."

Although her words seemed to have no beginning and no end, Aigron understood what she meant——

In a sense, Aigron is trying to find a way to remedy Teresa's waywardness.

Originally, after Aigron left, Teresa should stay here and take charge of everything. This is the most appropriate solution, but this time Teresa stubbornly hopes to stay with her husband and share the joys and sorrows. I can only find a way to remedy it.

No matter how many countermeasures there are to use Michelle Neyin as the governor, it is more or less temporarily entrusting the inheritance that the couple have worked so hard to get, so Teresa also has some feelings in her heart. Guilty.

But guilt is guilt, this time she really doesn't want to be separated from her husband by thousands of miles.

The last time she and her husband were separated, the result was that the husband first returned to France and was chased by the garrison, and then he was almost assassinated; but this time he was going to take a greater risk, and Teresa could not bear to stand by.

If you want to win, then go and win everything together; if you want to die, then you have to die together, anyway, she doesn't want to sit at home and wait for good news or bad news.

Teresa is a calm and pragmatic person most of the time, but on this matter, she showed her stubbornness and absolutely refused to make any concessions.