"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..."
Seeing Chopin looking so sad, Teresa immediately realized her negligence.
For her, what happened in Poland was still an insignificant "little thing" that happened thousands of miles away; but for the musician in front of her, it was probably an earth-shaking disaster. She had to make him smile at this moment.
, it is indeed a bit difficult to accept people’s cheers.
Because of the "comradeship" that they had worked together to fight against Russia for a long time, it can be said that the relationship between the two empires of Austria and Russia is now the best in history. With Theresa's background and experience, it is impossible for her to have too much dislike for the Russians.
Feeling, although I feel a little disdainful for the lack of culture of Russians, that’s all I can say.
She could not sympathize with Chopin's grief and indignation, and could only respect his national sentiments.
"I'm sorry... I didn't think well." So, she apologized to Chopin, "In this case, I will announce that you are ill and unable to attend. You can rest here."
"Thank you for your magnanimity, Her Majesty the Queen!" Chopin bowed and sincerely thanked Theresa.
In this era, even if an artist becomes famous, he often needs the sponsorship and assistance of the princes and nobles. On the one hand, these princes and nobles generously support the artists, but in their hearts they often only regard the artists as higher-level "household servants"
That's all.
Even Prince Lichnovsky, who supported Beethoven all year round, eventually fell out with Beethoven for similar reasons.
However, Teresa, as the queen of a country, was so considerate of herself and allowed herself to disrupt her arrangements due to personal emotional reasons. This magnanimity and magnanimity are indeed admirable.
Although Chopin was a man who was arrogant about his talent, he was not an unreasonable monster. Seeing Theresa taking such good care of him, he was naturally deeply moved and determined to do his best to teach the students and fulfill Her Majesty the Queen's wish.
His eyes moved from Theresa's side and slowly fell on Xia Lu. At this time, this young child was looking at him curiously with his eyes wide open.
It's too late for those older students no matter how hard they work, and at most they can only reach this level; they should cultivate this child carefully in the future. It can be seen that Her Majesty the Queen loves her very much, so let her become her best.
Disciple, that is equivalent to repaying this kindness.
I hope this child has enough talent so that she can become an excellent performer after practicing hard...
Teresa didn't know what Chopin had made up her mind at this moment. She listened to the girls' performance for a while, and then called out to stop.
"Okay, let's stop the rehearsal. Children, I am very satisfied with your performance. Now you need to rest for a while, calm down, and then perform again in the evening. As long as you can show what you showed in front of us today
level, then everyone will be satisfied. Remember, don’t be nervous. After witnessing your efforts, no one will criticize you or laugh at you... The first performance is indeed very important, and it will become an unforgettable thing in your life.
moment, but more important than this is enjoying the happiness brought by music and art. I hope you can continue to enjoy this happiness in your future life, just like me."
After finishing speaking, she shook hands with each band member cordially, gave them silent encouragement, and then left the room with Xia Lu.
"These are very touching words, Your Majesty." Chopin sighed beside her as he followed her away. "Music represents many things, but in essence, it is first and foremost a happiness that transcends class."
"Don't forget, I am from Vienna after all." Teresa replied with a smile, "I have grown up with this kind of happiness, and I am happy to pass on this happiness to others."
"One day, I will go there, and then prove myself there and win people's applause." Chopin replied with great ambition, "Maybe only then will my artistic achievements truly become complete."
"There is no doubt that you can do it! Your talent has been recognized by my husband and I, so you have no need to doubt it." Teresa immediately replied with a smile, "If you plan to leave at any time, I will give you
My father wrote and asked him to entertain you well there. You just need to focus on impressing everyone with your playing and bring them happiness."
Chopin originally just said it casually, but after receiving encouragement from Theresa, Chopin suddenly became fascinated - wouldn't it be great if he would perform on tour in various European countries in the future?
Although now is not the right time, one day I can realize this wish.
However, that is a matter for the future. What Chopin wants to achieve now is another thing.
He hesitated slightly, then finally made up his mind and asked Teresa again.
"Your Majesty, I heard that a Russian poet has recently become famous in Paris at your court."
Teresa was a little surprised why Chopin suddenly mentioned this, but she still nodded, "Yes, this poet is a friend of His Majesty the Emperor and I, and we all admire his talent."
Chopin had no objection to the Aigrons' approach - after all, they loved literature and art, and he was also a beneficiary.
What he cares about is the country "Russia".
"Then...can you allow me to meet this poet?" He plucked up the courage to ask.
"Why?" Teresa asked.
Then, she looked at Chopin hesitantly, as if he was hesitating for something.
It's not that she doesn't want the two people to meet, but at this point in time, Russia and Poland are at odds with each other. Chopin definitely doesn't have a good impression of any Russians.
If there is any conflict, it will be the couple who are in trouble in the end.
"I will never doubt the vision of the two majesties, so even if I have never met him, I will firmly believe that the poet is talented and will never live up to his fame; but just because I believe that he can be called the leader of Russian culture,
So I want to see him more and more. I want to understand the spirit of the Russian people and the ideals of the Russian people from his mouth. I want to find out why his motherland must be destroyed and enslave my motherland. Why can't I
Live in peace with all of us and let us be respectful neighbors? As long as I can ask such an answer, then I will be satisfied, Your Majesty."
Yes, Chopin made this request because he wanted to argue with Russian poets.
He had no hostility toward Pushkin himself, but Pushkin was now famous in Paris and became a "representative of Russian culture". Invisibly, he had become a public opinion brand.
And if he argued with Pushkin, in the eyes of the outside world, it would be abstracted into a debate between two countries: "Poland" and "Russia."
In his opinion, if he single-handedly silences the great Russian poet and prevents him from coming to power, it will undoubtedly be a great victory for Poland. Even if it cannot change Poland's current destiny, it can at least boost it.
The confidence of the remnants created public opinion sympathetic to Poland in the European cultural circles; even if they could not win this war of words, they would not lose anything, at least they could let the world see that even if Poland fell, its
The cultural elite will never surrender spiritually to the Russians, and it can also become a good story in history.
Of course, this is also a helpless move. The Poles have been completely overwhelmed by Russia in terms of force. The only thing they can do is to resist mentally and resolutely refuse to become the tsar's obedient subjects. This is also their last resort.
Fight.
Chopin was very thoughtful, but a difficult problem was placed in front of Theresa.
In her heart, the disputes between Poland and Russia have little to do with her, and she has no love or dislike for these two countries; Chopin and Pushkin are both friends in her heart, and she also
Appreciate their talents, and even more appreciate their proud and magnanimous character.
Because of this, she didn't want to see the two people conflict.
Privately, this will hurt the harmony between friends; publicly, this may cause some diplomatic accidents.
Because of this, she fell into hesitation and did not express her position immediately.
Chopin had been watching Theresa's expression, and seeing how embarrassed she was, he bowed apologetically.
"Sorry, Your Majesty, I may have made an unreasonable request. If it makes you feel embarrassed, I can take it back."
"No, sir, please wait a moment. I will discuss it with my husband and see what his opinion is..." After hesitating for a moment, Teresa still had not made a decision. She planned to listen to her husband's opinion.
"Okay, thank you, Your Majesty, I'm waiting for your reply here." Chopin nodded his thanks again, and then watched Theresa leave.
At this time, Aigron was chatting happily with Pushkin in the garden. When he saw Theresa coming with Xia Lu, he walked up to Theresa.
"Teresa, how's it going with the orchestra?" As he asked, he picked up Xia Lu and gently pinched her little face to tease her.
"They work very hard, so there's nothing to worry about-" Teresa answered.
"Really? That's great. I wish them all the best." Aigron was also quite happy.
After all, the Palace Girls Band was implemented according to his idea. Although he didn't have too much interference in it, he was naturally very happy to see it successfully implemented.
However, Aigron immediately noticed that Theresa's expression seemed to have something else on her mind.
"What's wrong? Is there anything else?" So he asked again.
Teresa glanced at Pushkin, who was standing not far behind Agron, then lowered her voice and whispered at a volume that only her husband could hear.
"Just now, Mr. Chopin made a request to me, saying that he hoped to meet Mr. Pushkin."
"Oh?" Aigron was also a little surprised when he suddenly heard this request.
"Then what do you say?" So he asked again.
"I...I haven't agreed yet, I just told him that I want to ask for your opinion." Teresa replied with a wry smile, "So, it's up to you now."
"You are so clever, you just want to pass the problem on to me!" Aigron complained half-jokingly.
He could also understand Theresa's struggle, because no one wanted to see conflicts and quarrels break out between friends.
However, Aigron had different thoughts in his heart.
Historically, although these two people were both famous, they had nothing in common. However, because of their unexpected birth, their fateful trajectories accidentally "intersected" together.
At this moment, the straight-line distance between them was only a few hundred meters, and one of them was gearing up to get closer to the other person.
Isn't this... interesting?
Some conflicts may occur, but as long as they are controlled within a reasonable range, not only will they not cause any trouble, they may even become a good story in history.
Even Aigron himself was looking forward to it.
"Then agree to him." After a moment, Aigron replied.
"What?" Teresa was a little surprised, "Aren't you afraid of their conflict?"
"We explained to them in advance that we agreed to the meeting between the two of them out of friendship, but we hope they can exercise restraint and they will agree - although they are both bad-tempered, they are also people who value friendship and will not
Putting your friends in trouble."
At this point, Agron changed the topic again, "Besides, Teresa, you also know that Mr. Chopin is a stubborn person. Even if we reject him, as long as he wants to see Mr. Pushkin, he will still have a chance after all. Rather than giving up,
If they are quarreling in private, it would be better to let them meet in front of us as witnesses. This would be more controllable, aren't you right?"
After Aiglon's guidance, Teresa also suddenly understood.
That's right, if two people meet in the palace, at least they will take care of each other and not cause any big trouble; if they meet in private and quarrel, no matter who is passionate about it, and then throw their gloves and propose a duel... that thing is terrible
It's completely out of control.
In Theresa's view, no matter who died young, it was a very regrettable loss.
Rather than doing this, it would be better to comply with Chopin's request.
"Okay, then I will go back and tell Mr. Chopin that we agree to his request, but we hope that he will be more careful in his words and deeds for our sake... You can also give Mr. Pushkin some advice, and then we will bring him
Let them meet again." After thinking for a moment, Teresa made a decision, "I hope they can all understand our painstaking efforts..."
"Don't worry, my dear, things won't be too bad... this may turn out to be a good thing." Aigron comforted his wife, "The world may talk about it."
After he finished speaking, he looked at Xia Lu next to him, and then teased her hair. "Little guy, you have a bright eye, so I hope you can come and see the show!"