"With your permission, I hope to convey your goodwill to Petersburg. Let us cross the last obstacle! Everything will be fine soon, Your Majesty!"
Pushkin's enthusiasm was revealed in detail in just a few sentences.
A poet is a poet, and emotional impulses are always greater than rational considerations. In his opinion, it is a good thing to turn his motherland, Russia, and his favorite foreign country, France, into "friendly allies". Since it is a "good thing"
"Why not do it if you have the chance?"
As for the various stakes involved, as a non-professional, he was too lazy to consider it.
As long as the Tsar and the Emperor shook hands and made peace, the two countries would become friendly allies - to the outsider, it was that simple.
However, what Egeron wants now is this impulse. He wants to use Pushkin as a private medium to implement his foreign policy and temporarily ease relations with Russia, so he does not intend to pour cold water on Pushkin.
However, he did not want to respond to Pushkin's enthusiasm immediately.
Now Poland is in a precarious situation. He doesn't want people to think that he is making a deal with the Tsar, secretly "selling" Poland in exchange for the stability of his throne; but if Poland is completely dead, it doesn't matter. Then he will make a deal with the Tsar.
When the Tsar eased relations, he was simply "facing reality."
Therefore, now he would rather wait, waiting for the fall of Warsaw and the destruction of Poland again.
It wouldn't take long anyway, he could afford to wait.
Therefore, based on his current interests and needs, he had to drag Pushkin along while maintaining his enthusiasm for future needs. This was admittedly a bit difficult, but Pushkin had a simple character after all, and Eggron had a way to deal with it.
"Great! I'm so happy to have a friend like you!" Aigron showed a touched look, and then gently patted Pushkin on the shoulder, "I can assure you that despite the differences between our two countries in the past,
Countless tragedies have occurred during this period, but I have never harbored hatred from the beginning to the end. I also admire the courage and sacrifice spirit shown by the Russians in defending their motherland... I do not want to be the enemy of such a great nation.
I’d rather be its friend!”
Then, he defended his diplomatic conflicts with Russia so far, "Although I supported Poland and had a quarrel with Russia, it was just out of the indignation in my heart. I sympathize with the suffering of the Poles, just as
I sympathize with any weak nation that suffers oppression and suppression. I once fought for the Greek people single-handedly, and now I am also willing to provide assistance within my ability to the Polish people... But none of this will affect my view of Russia.
I have never wanted to separate Poland from the rule of the Russian Empire. I just hope that the Tsar can be more lenient and pay more attention to the rights and interests of the people. I believe that in this era, every monarch should do this-"
"Your Majesty, do you really think so?" Aiglon's seemingly "affectionate" confession surprised Pushkin.
In his opinion, this statement of "anti-tsarist autocracy but not anti-Russian" could not have been better, and it simply spoke to his heart.
Russian intellectuals always naively believe that as long as an autocratic government is replaced, they can be accepted into the European family by European countries and like to be qualified as a "civilized nation". Little do they know that the monarchs and people of various countries hate and fear Russia, first of all because
It is too strong and poses too great a geopolitical threat. It has little to do with the political system it adopts. The only way for Russia to win favor is to "self-mutilate" and "disintegrate." This naivety lasted for two or three centuries and will continue in the future.
Go down.
"You can write this sentence down and pass it to Petersburg. I am responsible for what I said." Aigron sincerely stated his attitude, "The right and wrong will be discussed later, but no one can blame me.
It is an obstacle to the relationship between the two countries."
Eggron's plan was to first let Pushkin help him create public opinion in Petersburg and show that he did not hate the Russians. It would take at least two or three months for him to pass the information back and forth, and he would naturally
The goal of delaying time was achieved.
After this time gap is over, Poland will be almost completely suppressed, and then he can pretend that nothing is wrong, and officially release the "Franco-Russian goodwill" signal to the Tsar's court through Pushkin, and then everyone will put Poland aside and join forces.
Le Rongrong returns to the European family.
Although this seems to be betraying Polish friends, in Egeron's view, he has never owed the Poles anything. If he can help them by saying a few good words and being willing to open the country to accept tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands of refugees, it is enough.
It's interesting enough. They should be grateful to themselves and stop thinking about using national justice to kidnap themselves morally.
After all, he is the French emperor, not a humanitarian saint. All his remarks and policies only serve himself and the interests of the empire.
Inspired by him, Pushkin became even more excited. He seemed to have seen the glorious road to normalizing relations between the two countries and re-establishing friendship, and his efforts would make him the promoter of this feat, and even
It is possible that this will leave a name in history.
As a well-known nobleman and poet, he had a wide network of friends in Petersburg. Therefore, as long as he wrote a few travel notes, he would describe all the courtesy he had recently received in Paris and the "pro-Russian remarks" left by His Majesty the Emperor.
Everything has been recorded, and it will surely spread in Petersburg. By then, there will surely be a wave of public opinion that will push the two countries to truly achieve friendship.
When he thought of this, he immediately geared up and started composing these travel notes.
Of course, Eggron couldn't see Pushkin's specific thoughts, but from Pushkin's excited look, he had noticed that he had already encouraged Pushkin to act as his own private diplomatic channel.
And in all of this, he did not take the initiative to ask for it, but only induced Pushkin to make decisions "on his own" - so that he did not have to bear any responsibility for the success or failure of diplomatic activities.
If everything goes well with the plan, then all that remains is to wait for the time to come.
"My friend, let's stop talking about politics here... I don't want it to affect our friendship." After completing his purpose, Aigron took the initiative to change the topic, "Now, the grand ceremony is about to begin.
, let us have peace and joy."
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While Aigron and Pushkin were talking about the "French-Russian friendship," not far from them, there happened to be a Pole who was feeling dejected about what had happened to his motherland.
This person is naturally the outstanding pianist and musical genius Chopin.
Like Pushkin, due to the favor and support of the emperor and his wife, he had also become famous in Paris and was regarded as an outstanding musical genius.
And he has indeed lived up to this name. In just a few months, he has performed on stage many times, and has won recognition and praise from people from all walks of life with his unrestrained and passionate performance. The "strength" he has displayed
", which completely shattered the outside world's doubts about him. He has been recognized as one of the best musicians in Europe at this time.
Anyone would be happy to gain such fame at such a young age, and Chopin was no exception. However, every time he thought that his motherland was groaning under the iron heel of the Tsar, he couldn't help but feel heartbroken.
Therefore, he has been using his slowly accumulated reputation to call on all walks of life in France to assist the Polish people in their uprising and resistance.
Unfortunately, although he received applause every time he played, his efforts in politics and public opinion had little effect. For French celebrities and dignitaries, it was still unsettling that the "Imperial Army" perished in the ice and snow of Russia.
The painful memories from twenty years ago still frightened them, and no one wanted to go all the way to unfamiliar Eastern Europe to fight against the Tsar's army.
It's okay to ask them to donate some money to the refugees in Poland when they are emotional, but if you ask them to do more, they will only receive a regretful polite refusal.
After hitting the wall several times, Chopin himself understood that the motherland was now in a desperate situation and was about to be swallowed up by the tsar's autocratic rule again - and this time, many of Poland's best sons and daughters were destined to be liquidated.
His personal rise to fame and the ruin of his motherland were two completely opposite situations intertwined together, almost tearing his heart apart. The more famous he became, the more painful he felt in his heart. This pain also made his body
The situation is getting worse and worse.
However, even in such a painful situation, he did not forget the support the emperor and his wife gave him. In order to repay the emperor and his wife, he came to the Palace of Fontainebleau regularly as a teacher for the aristocratic girl orchestra formed by the palace as agreed.
music.
The "Girls' Band" was originally just Aigron's temporary idea, but Queen Teresa, who has loved music since childhood, was very interested in it. In addition to her usual busy affairs, she would often take time to inquire about the band's affairs, and even
I will also go to the venue to watch their classes and performances.
Under Her Majesty the Queen's "high attention", this "Grass Team" was quickly formed. Not only were the musical equipment and venues immediately prepared, but the selection of girl members to join the orchestra was also quickly completed.
Miss Valentine de Villefort was appointed by Her Majesty the Queen as the leader of the orchestra. She therefore shouldered the important task of supervising other members and managing the orchestra. Although she is still young, she is rich in knowledge and intelligence.
Relying on her innate willpower and the power given by Her Majesty the Queen's golden words, she actually became a respected leader in the hearts of the members. She also led the members to practice regularly to improve their playing skills, and the small orchestra
After just a few months of practice, although they are still not very good, they have gotten rid of the initial unfamiliarity and are gradually able to play music together.
After listening to them for a period of time and witnessing their progress, Queen Teresa planned to let them officially debut and perform at palace gatherings, which was to make the official "debut" of this special orchestra in the palace.
After learning of Her Majesty the Queen's decision, the girls naturally panicked, but no one had the courage to oppose her order, so in the next few days, they did not go home, but stayed in the palace, regardless of
Practicing day and night, no one wants to embarrass the entire orchestra because of their own mistakes.
Teresa saw this "effort" in her eyes and was secretly pleased in her heart.
To be honest, the main reason why she attaches so much importance to the orchestra is to cultivate some "clean spirits" among aristocratic girls in the court, correct the frivolous and dissolute atmosphere in today's upper class society, and set a benchmark for the future imperial aristocratic world.
It can be regarded as a contribution to purifying this filthy world.
From this perspective, their playing skills and talents are not the most important thing - anyway, with the status of these girls, no one will be picky, no matter how well they play, everyone will applaud them.
However, if they could achieve higher artistic value, Teresa would naturally be happy to see it happen, so she would not pour cold water on their efforts, but would instead encourage them to delve into the art of music.
Today, the grand event is about to begin, and the girl band is conducting its final rehearsals.
As a tutor, Chopin personally supervised it, while Queen Teresa also stood aside to listen.
Her Majesty the Queen was not alone, there was a little blond girl standing at her feet.
Because Lady Alice was raising her baby at home, she entrusted her daughter Xialu to the palace for foster care. Both Aiglon and Theresa were particularly fond of this lovely child and often took her with them.
Because of her love for Xia Lu, Teresa also planned to put Xia Lu into the orchestra when she grew up a little, and carefully cultivate her talents. Therefore, every time she came to listen to the orchestra's performance, she would always mention Xia Lu.
Lu was brought over to listen together.
As usual, Xia Lu leaned obediently on the edge of Teresa's skirt, then opened her blue eyes wide and watched the performance of the "seniors". It wouldn't be long before she would be in it herself.
Because the teacher and Her Majesty the Queen were all listening, these girls also played extremely hard.
They skillfully performed several pieces of music that they knew by heart, and various beautiful melodies lingered in the orchestra room.
Teresa listened carefully, distinguishing the vibration of every instrument and every chord.
With her eyes, she can certainly distinguish between good and bad.
Although these girls did not show any amazing talents, their "proficiency" can be easily seen. They really worked hard.
This is enough.
"Mr. Chopin, you are indeed a responsible teacher." She smiled and congratulated Chopin next to her. "You have completed the task well... I think they will win the applause of the whole house later. If possible, I
I hope that as the first teacher of the orchestra, you will accept everyone’s thanks and applause. What do you think?”
"I am also willing to applaud them, Your Majesty. With their age and background, it is rare for them to work so hard." Chopin also showed a rare display of high emotional intelligence. He did not praise their talents, but just emphasized their efforts, "But...
…I ask you to forgive me for refusing this honor. It’s not that I’m not proud of it, but it’s hard for me to face people’s cheers at this time. It’s too cruel…”