Amid the cheers of the crowd, Aiglon and Teresa drove slowly towards the Acropolis in a carriage decorated with rich decorations but without partitions.
Their gorgeous costumes also caught the eyes of the cheering people who lined the streets.
This pair of young men and young women had extremely outstanding looks, but after being carefully dressed up, they were even more attractive and made people unable to take their eyes away, which greatly attracted these people.
In addition, because of their illustrious contribution to helping those in need and their survival, they enjoy even greater prestige in the eyes of the people.
Moreover, with the recovery of Athens and most of Greece, Greece will soon appear as an independent country on the European continent. In the eyes of the people who are grateful that they have finally escaped the war, this grand wedding also belongs to them.
celebration, because it means that "independence" and "peace" have finally arrived in this troubled land.
Therefore, even though they knew that they would leave here soon, they sincerely wished these two His Highnesses to grow old together and enjoy eternal peace just like Greece.
Aigron and Teresa were in the carriage. Although they did not wave or make other violent movements in order to maintain their appearance, they were all smiling, nodding to people calmly and cheering more passionately from time to time.
Aigron could see that people's cheers came from their hearts. The pain of being lost to foreign races for more than two thousand years, and the bloody war of independence for more than ten years, had been too long, too long.
All the pain and tears will finally come to an end today.
How could this not make them cheer?
They are destined not to be the monarchs of this land, but at this moment they are unmistakably enjoying the courtesy of monarchs.
For Aigron, he is already satisfied with these.
Anyway, for him, the chaotic and impoverished Balkan Peninsula is not his goal. The rich and prosperous country is his promised land.
"What enthusiastic people!" Teresa also exclaimed, "I really hope we can visit here again many years from now."
"We will, Theresa." Aigron turned his head and looked at Theresa, "Your wish is a command to me."
Teresa lowered her gaze happily, not daring to look at the young man who was about to become her husband, but at this moment her mood was as sweet and intoxicating as if she had drunk honey.
This will be a day she will remember forever.
"And your wish is my wish to me." She answered in a volume that only she could hear.
During the conversation between the two of them, the carriage arrived at the foot of the Acropolis of Athens, standing in front of them like a majestic beast, and this beast was bowing to them.
Agron and Teresa stepped off the carriage, and then a group of children, also in formal attire, gathered around them. The boys gathered around Agron, while the girls walked to Teresa's side.
Of course they are not here to ask for gifts, on the contrary, they are here to send blessings to the newlyweds.
They all carried flower baskets filled with flowers in their hands. However, because it was winter, there were fewer types of flowers in the baskets. There were only heather, narcissus and other late-flowering flowers. However, even so, the fragrance of the flowers was still fragrant.
The arrival made the air around the newlyweds much fresher.
Agron took Teresa's hand and led her up the steps. The flower girls followed them, scattering flowers along the way and paving the way for the newlyweds.
The path to happiness.
In order to survey the wedding, Aigron and Teresa had walked to the top of this road many times before, but today their mood was completely different.
Today, they are enjoying flowers and blessings, enjoying everyone's cheers and attention, as if they will become the protagonists of the world, and their lives will officially come together from now on, and they can no longer be separated.
Both excited and heavy, this is their mood at the moment.
However, they have received strict education since childhood and are used to big scenes, so even at this moment, they still maintain a solemn demeanor, move without any confusion, and move to the top step by step.
The Parthenon at the top of the Acropolis was getting closer and closer to their sight, and the dark crowd under the marble pillars of the temple was quickly revealed to their eyes.
Aigron slowly saw their faces clearly, and they naturally saw the newlyweds at the same time, so people took off their hats and saluted. Amidst the salutes and cheers of the crowd, Aigron took Teresa and the flower girls
They reached the top of the Acropolis, and there was a large group of people behind them.
The newly influx of people, plus the people already waiting here to watch the ceremony, combined to make the ruins under the temple seem a bit crowded, but because the guards did their best to maintain order, they did not cause any chaos.
The guards all wore brand-new uniforms, and also wore the medals they had been awarded by Aigron in previous battles. They all looked high-spirited and lively. For them, today was not only their lord's wedding day, but also the wedding day.
It also meant that the empire was resurrected under the sun again, so they were redoubled their concentration and determined not to let any tiny flaws appear in this celebration.
With everyone watching, Aiglon and Teresa walked under the pillars of the temple.
During this period of time, the temple at this time has also been carefully decorated. Although it is impossible to completely restore the site, the gravel and weeds that were originally filled with it have been carefully cleaned up, and on each pillar,
Long red velvet tassels are hung, and the tops of the stone pillars are connected with colored satin.
After dressing up like this, although there is no church atmosphere here, it is enough to hold a festive wedding.
At this time, the salutes placed under the acropolis began to roar, and the roar of dozens of cannons made the entire acropolis seem to be shaking slightly.
Amidst the sound of cannons, an honor guard wearing officer uniforms passed through the stone pillars of the temple and greeted the newlyweds. While they lined up in uniform steps, they drew out the swords on their waists, and then
He raised it into the air to welcome the warm winter sunshine.
They are all officers with outstanding military exploits under Aigron's command. Their uniforms and chests are covered with medals, and the leader has a long scar on his face.
However, this did not affect his excitement at the moment. The honor bestowed by fate made him radiant, and even the ferocious scars on his face seemed much softer and more pleasing to the eye.
He was Major Hench who was sent to Greece by Archduke Karl and entrusted with an important task. After meeting Theresa, Her Royal Highness the Princess immediately expressed her gratitude and asked him and several of his colleagues to serve as the guard of honor for her wedding.
And today, Her Royal Highness the Princess has definitely fulfilled her promise.
Such an honor worthy of boasting for future generations made the major burst into tears of gratitude. He held his head high, every move and every step was extremely standard, full of a sense of power, and he was never willing to lose his composure in front of Her Royal Highness.
This group of honor guards walked up to Aigron and Teresa, then stood at attention and saluted at the same time, and the two newcomers also smiled and nodded to them. The cold wind of winter not only did not dampen their enthusiasm, but actually made these and other people happy.
The proud soldiers felt the splendor and solemnity of this moment.
Then, the honor guard began to patrol around the temple and the guests to show the dignity of the two newlyweds today.
To Aiglon, none of this mattered anymore. He just held Teresa's hand tightly and walked with her under the pillars of the temple.
He looked at the people gathered under the temple.
Mrs. Henrietta was looking at them with tears in her eyes and a smile on her face. When their eyes met, Mrs. Henrietta nodded gently, as if she had placed infinite expectations on her; and Aiglon also nodded slightly, silently expressing his gratitude to her.
Answer: Don’t worry and leave your daughter to me! Mom!
Then Aigron looked at the others.
Because they needed to stay in the Principality of Ioannina, Father Faria and Edmond Dantès' adopted father and son did not come, nor did many people, but there were still enough people to attend the ceremony.
His two cousins, his captain of the guard Andre Davout, the Panos father and son, Pushkin, and his great-uncle Bishop Joseph Fish who presided over the wedding... all were present, and they were all dressed in formal attire.
Look at yourself expectantly.
Maybe they have their own thoughts, but at least on the surface, they are all enthusiastically cheering and blessing themselves. This piece of heaven and earth, as well as the Acropolis under his feet that has traveled through 2,400 years, this place in front of him
A magnificent temple was blessing him.
Aigron walked under the pillars, and his great-uncle, Cardinal Joseph Fish, who was the officiant today, was already waiting here.
This old man, now wearing a cardinal's robe, had a calm and solemn face, but he also had unconcealable joy and relief.
Real relief.
After witnessing his nephew losing everything and the empire collapsing, he had already fallen into despair and had already made plans to live in Rome from now on; but who would have thought that the next generation would still have the energy to give it a try?
Created a new miracle?
This is the dawn that blooms on miracles, and he is enjoying the warm morning light at this moment.
Being able to see this day with his own eyes, he has no regrets in his life. He only prays that the newlyweds can live happily and fulfill their ambitions. As for whether he can see that day with his own eyes, he no longer cares.
Like Teresa's mother, Lady Henrietta, and her sister, the Queen Mother Letizia, who unfortunately could not be present, the Cardinal's wishes for the newlyweds were the best of all present.
The purest and most unconditional.
The fate that comes from profit may one day disappear because of profit, but the family love that comes from blood cannot be erased.
The two newlyweds came to the cardinal surrounded by flower girls, and this was the end of their journey today and also the starting point of the rest of their lives.
At this moment, the continuous salute also subsided at any time.
it's time.
Cardinal Joseph Fish cleared his throat secretly, and then spoke solemnly.
“People of the Lord, we are gathered here to witness and bless Mr. François Joseph Charles Bonaparte and Ms. Maria Theresa Isabella von Habsburg in Christ
The union before them. They took pious oaths and asked for blessings from our Lord.
The Almighty Lord creates men and women according to His good will, and establishes marriage and family so that His people can seek salvation; Jesus Christ also attended the wedding in Cana and blessed the couple. He also used His love of self-sacrifice for others to serve us
He left an eternal example.
We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.
The devout prayers will surely receive a merciful response from our Lord. Since the two devout people are willing to commit themselves to each other in this sacred wedding, and will allow their heirs to continue their sincere faith, then the Lord will surely provide them with
Bless.
"May the love of our Lord, the grace of Jesus Christ, and the inspiration of the Holy Spirit always be with you! May your heirs bathe in divine grace with you and worship our Lord! May your teachings to your heirs still be according to the Lord.
I hope you will also become an example for future generations and obey the will of the Lord! Amen!"
"Amen." Agron and Teresa responded at the same time.
For Eggron, these congratulations don't mean much, but they are part of the celebration, and he must play his role well.
Then, the cardinal looked at Aiglon.
"Sir, marriage is an institution established by God and a sacrament established by Christ. The responsibility of marriage is important because it is done in compliance with the Lord's will and to allow the Lord's faith to continue forever. Since marriage is a match made in heaven, then the couple
The two of you should grow old together. Now, in the name of the church, I ask you to solemnly express your wishes...
Did you come here voluntarily to get married?"
"Yes." Aigron answered without hesitation.
The cardinal looked at Teresa again.
"Madam, did you come here of your own free will to get married?"
Even though Teresa was shy, she answered without hesitation.
"Since you two have chosen marriage, are you willing to respect and love each other for the rest of your life?"
"I do." Both men replied at the same time.
"Sir, are you willing to accept this lady as your wife, and swear in the witness of the Lord that you will love her and be loyal to her throughout your life, whether you are rich or poor, good or bad, and we will be married forever?"
"I do." Aiglon replied.
"Madam, are you willing to accept this gentleman as your husband, and swear in the witness of the Lord that you will love him and be loyal to him throughout your life, regardless of whether you are rich or poor, good or bad, and we will be married forever?"
"I do." Teresa's voice was almost choked.
During this oath, they looked at each other again, forgetting everything else.
"Then, the Lord will recognize that this is a match made in heaven, and the merciful Lord will bless you and make you grow old together!" The cardinal could no longer suppress his smile and shouted out, "Amen."
The long road has finally come to an end... It's exciting, gratifying, and emotional.
God knows how many twists and turns occurred along the way? Fortunately, the final result was still
The two people just looked at each other, and then they both smiled happily and opened their mouths at the same time.
"Amen!"
Then, the cardinal took out two rings and handed them in front of them.
These two rings were carefully selected by Aiglon from his treasures, and the bright gemstones were shining brightly in the sun at this moment.
But gems are just small items. What they will own in the future are the most beautiful lands under the sun.
Aigron put aside his distracting thoughts, and then carefully put the ring on Teresa.
Teresa, whose face was red, followed the same example and put a ring on the young man.
As they did so, the flower girls threw the remaining flowers into the sky, and deafening cheers resounded throughout the entire temple ruins.
Aiglon listened quietly, and there seemed to be sounds echoing between the marble pillars of the temple, making a subtle sound.