[Masterpiece Les Miserables] Paris Sparks

Corona then looked back at the gentleman standing behind them.The count bowed to her. "Your Excellency's reputation has long spread throughout Paris, but today is the first time I have the honor to meet His Excellency in person." She said, returning a salute gracefully.

"Brother!" Yuli called her brother angrily, and then turned to Corona, "My brother is so impatient, he made everyone stand at the door and talk without thinking. Please come in first Miss Evermond!" She turned to the Count of Monte Cristo, "and you, sir!"

They re-entered the living room and took their seats. "It's really rude to interrupt your conversation like this." Corona sat down and apologized again, "Actually, I just came from Villefort's house—"

Hearing this name, the count suddenly raised his head as if awakened from contemplation, and stared at Corona closely.Naturally, he didn't miss Corona's glance at Maximilian when she said the name, but he couldn't decipher its meaning for the time being. "I was talking to Valentine about how to paint roses, and I remembered the rose trees here, so I drove here on a whim."

"Oh, yes! Julie has the most skillful hands in Paris." Maximilian replied enthusiastically.He has already understood the secret language in Corona's words: Corona often helps him and Valentine exchange messages, mentioning "rose" means that the two of them can meet tonight. "When you go back, be sure to take some roses with you."

"Is it not the Mademoiselle de Villefort you are talking about?" asked the count with interest.

Corona turned to him. "Yes, it is the eldest daughter of Prosecutor Villefort."

"You see, what a coincidence! I was going to pay a visit to M. de Villefort's house this evening. I met a friend of the family here first!"

"If you say that I am a friend of Mademoiselle Valentine, I dare not deny it." Corona replied with a smile, "but if you say that I am a friend of Prosecutor Villefort's family, I am afraid that you are flattering me. Yes To their family, I'm just a painter."

"Ah, be humble, who dares to treat you as an ordinary painter!" said the count, "I have heard of Corona Evermond's name abroad. You are not the one who has become famous in France over the years." A painter?"

"You are overrated." Corona lowered her eyes slightly to show her humility, "I was just lucky enough to be appreciated by others, and I have some reputation. If you are looking for a truly outstanding painter, I am afraid that I am far from my teacher. .”

"It would be impolite to contradict a young lady, but even so I cannot help saying that you think too little of yourself. I consider myself to have the best taste in art, and in my collection of modern art , Basil Howard and your painting can be regarded as juxtaposed.——This is not a compliment." Seeing Corona raised her eyes, as if to retort, he added first, "You may remember that five years ago , has anyone ever bought one of your "Rebels"?"

"What! I do remember that you bought several of my paintings eight years ago. But I don't know that you also bought "The Rebels?" Corona asked in surprise.A thin layer of blood could not help appearing on her face - even the most self-confident artist, it is difficult to be completely indifferent to the audience who can appreciate his works.

"Yes, that was done for me by my butler, so unfortunately I was not able to meet you in person at that time." The Count of Monte Cristo bowed and replied.

"That's not necessary, I'd rather you appreciate my paintings." Corona replied with a smile.

"Your beauty is not inferior to your paintings."

This statement would easily please any woman in Paris, except Corona.She did smile at the count, but the count was keenly aware that the smile was merely polite and nothing more.Then he changed the subject with experienced sensibility: "So, then, is Mademoiselle de Villefort your pupil?"

"It used to be. But after teaching for a few years, I found that she was not really interested in painting, and she didn't learn anymore. Of course, she is a noble and elegant lady, and we still keep in touch afterwards."

"Why, you and Albert are such good friends, hasn't he introduced Miss Evermond to you?" asked Maximilian.

"What does that have to do with Albert?"

"Because Miss Evermond was also his and his mother's painting teacher."

"Really?" The count showed a look of surprise, "in this way, you and I are very destined. When I came to Paris, I only met so many families. Who would think that they all belong to you?" friend!"

"If you say so, I have no objection, but M. de Villefort and M. Danglars will certainly challenge you."

"how?"

Corona didn't answer right away, but Yuli said, "If you want to talk about this, it was caused by Miss Carton saving me!"

Her beautiful face showed deep gratitude and guilt, as did Maximilian and Emmanuelle beside her.On the contrary, Corona didn't seem to care. "Please don't say that! Is there anyone who can please all Paris? How can this matter be blamed on you?"

"If you don't mind," asked the count, "may you explain to me? To tell you the truth, I am at a loss as to how Miss Carton has come to be your benefactor."

"This matter has been said for a long time. Before the servant reported, I am not telling you that when we were on the verge of bankruptcy many years ago, a miracle happened to us. An unknown benefactor saved my father. Did you save our family too? What I can tell you is that if that miracle can be said to be a gift from heaven, then Miss Evermond's kindness at that time is good luck on earth. That was her first favor to us .”

"Maximilian!" Corona cried softly. She was calm in the face of intrigue and sarcasm, but she couldn't help feeling her cheeks warm when she faced such sincere and sincere thanks. "It's been many years." It's just a trivial matter before, you really don't deserve to be so concerned about it all the time."

"Maybe it's a small thing for you, but my father and I will always remember that when all the creditors came to our door one by one, when we retreated step by step to the edge of the cliff, you were the only one who took the initiative to postpone the debt. You Come to think of it, is it not to be appreciated that instead of a bill for twenty thousand francs you send me a letter of deferment when we have not even ten francs in our account?"

"That is indeed a noble manner," said the Count of Monte Cristo.

"You see! The count agrees with me."

"That's because the Earl may not be aware that after the miraculous Pharaoh of the Morel family returned to port, they didn't stop for a moment, and it took only half a year to pay off the debt in full. You see, maybe I accidentally What the fate of manners has meant to the Morel family, but I have never thought of it so much, nor so noble." She said, looking at the Count of Monte Cristo, "and, speaking of it, perhaps It was the Morel family who brought me good luck——immediately after that incident, I met Mr. Earl who offered to double the price and bought several of my paintings. To be honest, the buyer took the initiative to Not only is it the only time I have encountered the price increase, I have rarely heard of it in my life. It is a pity that I did not have the chance to meet you at that time. I really want to thank you for your appreciation, and I can’t help but wonder, why did you do this?”

"I don't care much about riches," replied the count. "I admire your paintings, and paying a price worthy of them is a respect for a masterpiece. And, if you forgive my lack of modesty, I dare say that in the I still have some insight into the collection of art. Over the years, the price of your paintings has risen again and again in the art collection market, and now, those paintings are completely worth the price when I bought them."

This was a tactful answer. Although it was logically sound, it seemed not sincere enough. Corona felt that there seemed to be some other reason behind it.But the Count of Monte Cristo didn't give her a chance to ask. She immediately turned to Maximilian Morrel and asked, "You just said that the incident was the first favor. Could it be that there will be a second time?"

"You have just arrived in Paris, and it seems that you have not heard of Miss Carton's legendary deeds." Maximilian said, "Six years ago, if it hadn't been for her, you might not have seen my sister now."

"What's the matter?" the count asked, but his eyes darkened instantly, "I'm willing to listen carefully."

Corona quickly glanced at the count: "That's just a coincidence. You have thanked me over and over again, and I have accepted your kindness. This matter is not worth keeping in mind."

"Forgive me, a stranger who has just arrived in Paris. I cannot help being curious when I hear people say that." The count said, "Just let him talk about it!"

The author has something to say: I feel that all my efforts in the following plots are spent desperately trying to increase the favorability of the Count of Monte Cristo ((((

Speaking of which, has anyone not watched The Count of Monte Cristo needs a synopsis...