Recently I was shocked to hear that some of my personal affairs have upset you, and this really makes me feel doubly apologetic.
In order to allow you to govern the country with peace of mind, and to clear away the sudden stigma, please allow me to explain to you the brief process of the matter.
Last month, a gentleman named Gordon came to visit me at Schonbrunn Palace and claimed to be the advisor to His Excellency the Duke of Orleans. He made a series of proposals to me, the most important of which was to ask me to declare my support for the Orleans family.
To oppose you in exchange for a series of preferential treatment - I'm afraid this is what you are worried about.
However, contrary to what you feared, I rejected his proposal without hesitation. The reason was of course not all out of respect for the Bourbon family, but because I did not want to let my supporters (if they still existed),
Then I will take risks for a cause that has nothing to do with them in exchange for my own glory and wealth.
As far as I'm concerned, my father's adventure in 1815 was sufficiently misguided that I cannot and am unwilling to repeat the same mistakes. I am even less willing to join in the misfortune of the Orleans family and allow this notorious family to succeed.
Since France no longer belongs to the Bonaparte family, perhaps it would be a better outcome to return it to your family. I sincerely wish you good health and a long life, and use your rule to heal the trauma of this country for thirty years.
The Capetian family has ruled France for nearly ten centuries, and your ancestors have created glorious achievements. Although your family has suffered disasters in recent decades, but now that the storm has passed, I implore you to show the compassion that a king should have.
, apply kindness and blessings to each of your people, and grant them peace and prosperity.
I think that as long as you do this, you don't have to worry about the shadow of past history, let alone me, an ordinary person who is thousands of miles away.
I hereby solemnly assure you that the political situation in France has nothing to do with me. I am only thinking about living my life in Austria and have no intention of interfering with the order of France. I will not support any French people who challenge your rule.
Someone who is not your friend but still respects you——"
In the early morning sunshine, Aigron, sitting in front of the window sill, finished writing the letter he was going to send to the King of France in one breath.
When he signed the final signature, he originally planned to write the name "François-Charles Bonaparte", but in the end he thought about it so as not to irritate the sensitive nerves of the old king, who was nearly 70 years old, so he changed the signature to "Francois-Charles Bonaparte".
Became "Franz, Duke of Lechstadt."
He was very satisfied with the guarantee letter he had thought about for a long time.
The wording in the letter was a very obvious compromise, and the tone was very humble, enough to satisfy the old king's vanity.
But in fact, he guaranteed nothing and gave up nothing. He only vaguely guaranteed that he was unwilling to interfere in French politics "now" and would not support any actions of the Orleans family.
As long as I run out in the future, I can change my mind at any time and find someone at will. "Although I have no intention of power, I am well aware of the suffering of the French people. For the well-being of the French and the future of the nation, I am willing to overcome the fear in my heart and bravely
This letter of guarantee can be overturned by rhetoric such as "take due responsibility".
With this letter, King Charles X could at most silence the Orleans supporters, but could not hurt him in the slightest.
With a slight sense of pride, he carefully put the letter into the envelope, sealed it with red paint, and stored it in his desk.
Just when he was about to ask Chanel to make him another cup of coffee, a visit from a palace attendant disrupted his rhythm.
"After having lunch, His Majesty will set off for a tour in the countryside. He hopes that you can go with him, Your Highness." The attendant smiled and saluted him respectfully, "You can make preparations now."
Although Aiglon was slightly surprised, he immediately nodded in agreement.
"Okay, I understand. Thank you Your Majesty for granting me such an honor."
The attendant did not leave immediately, but continued to smile and added another sentence in a lowered voice.
"It is expected that Her Royal Highness Princess Theresa will also accompany you. Your Highness, I wish you a pleasant journey."
Then, he turned and left.
Aigron can clearly feel that the attitude of the palace attendants and officials towards him has become much warmer in recent times.
This is definitely not because he is getting more handsome as he grows older, but because of Archduke Karl and Theresa.
The palace is full of etiquette and smiles, but it is also full of indifference and snobbery. In the eyes of these people before, they were just a servant who lived in the palace with no title, so they only maintained superficial politeness; but now, they
Seeing that His Majesty the Emperor seemed to be interested in arranging a marriage between himself and Archduke Karl's daughter, his attitude immediately changed.
In other words, now in their eyes, they have the hope of becoming a master in the future, and they need to please them.
From the beginning, he wanted to use the reputation of Archduke Karl to create favorable conditions for himself, but he didn't expect that people would change so much before he had any idea.
He finally fully understood the tireless teachings of his teachers, and they were indeed right.
Although he and his teachers had different purposes. They wanted to stay in Austria more comfortably and he just wanted to escape. But at least for now, it was profitable to have a good relationship with Theresa.
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After lunch, carriages were escorted by guards, and His Majesty the Emperor temporarily bid farewell to his Schönbrunn Palace with great pomp, and headed for the wilderness and villages in the outer suburbs of Vienna.
It is early autumn now, the time of year when the temperature is the most comfortable, and it is also a good time to go hunting.
In order to experience the joy of fields and countryside, His Majesty the Emperor frequently patrols during this season every year. Aigron has followed him several times in the past, but this time he is no longer an inconspicuous little transparent person, but seems to be faintly
became a focal figure.
Naturally, there was another person like him - as the aide-de-camp leaked in advance, Archduke Karl's eldest daughter Princess Theresa was also invited to participate in the parade for the first time.
The palace has always been a place for rumors, and now I am afraid that no one is unaware of the marriage plan that is actually progressing. Therefore, the attendants and ladies are whispering and watching Duke Leichstadt.
His Highness' good luck is also watching the latest progress of this plan.
However, Aigron didn't care about this. He was never afraid of people's words.
In the evening, the palace's motorcade stopped in a small village in the wilderness.
This village is located in a dense forest, with sparse houses and only one manor villa in the center, which is enough for His Majesty, who is bored in the palace, to experience the authentic rural life.
Under the guidance of the attendants, Aigron, His Majesty the Emperor and others who were accompanying him came to the living room of the villa. With so many people crowded in, the living room seemed a little cramped, but His Majesty the Emperor sat directly on the chair next to the fireplace, looking like he was in a good mood.
Very good look.
"Finally, we can escape from those annoying things." He glanced at the people in the room, "Ladies and gentlemen, you can treat yourself as if you are attending a squire's party here, and you can do whatever you want, only if you have
One thing - you are not allowed to talk about any political topics, can you do that?"
Of course, His Majesty the Emperor's will will be implemented to the greatest extent, and people in the living room agreed one after another.
"Very good." His Majesty the Emperor nodded with satisfaction, and then suddenly changed his tone to a gentler tone, "Franz, Theresa, come here."
Aiglon walked out of the crowd honestly, and of course Princess Teresa followed suit and walked beside him.
Agron looked at Teresa, and today she was no longer as dazzling as she was on the day of the banquet. She had returned to the simple dress she wore when the two met for the first time, just wearing a light yellow skirt.
Teresa noticed that Aigron was looking at her, and she felt a little shy at first, but she still bowed slightly to him respectfully.
His Majesty the Emperor carefully looked at the two children in front of him, and then couldn't help but sigh.
"Oh, what two handsome and lovely children... they can be called the pride of our family, can't they?"
Of course, no one dared to object to His Majesty the Emperor's words. People nodded in agreement, which made Teresa even lowered her gaze in shame and did not dare to look at anyone.
After laughing for a while, His Majesty the Emperor calmed down his expression and then looked at the young man.
"Franz?"
"What are your orders, Your Majesty?" Aigron asked quickly.
"You have always said that you hope that you can achieve something with your pen. Although I agree with this, I am always a little doubtful. After all, desire is not enough for this kind of thing. You also need some talent - so, today I want to test it.
Do you have this talent?"
Aiglon was immediately surprised.
"How...how do you want to test it?"
"Why don't you compose a poem here?" His Majesty the Emperor smiled slightly, and the wrinkles on his forehead swayed, "To commemorate today's journey to the countryside, and let Theresa comment on it, what do you think?"
Aigron was even more surprised. He didn't expect that his grandfather would make such an unexpected request. He was unprepared in advance.
The palace attendant had not notified him before. It seemed that His Majesty the Emperor had made a temporary request because he was having fun.
However, now that things have happened, he really can't refuse.
"I...I can give it a try, Your Majesty. But please understand that I have no preparation in advance and can only improvise. If my level is poor, please don't blame me."
"It doesn't matter." His Majesty the Emperor smiled and shook his head.
Aiglon was silent for a while, thinking hastily for a while.
Then, under everyone's gaze, he smiled sheepishly, then slowly opened his mouth and read out the sonnet he had improvised.
"The sunset dyes the village a glorious golden color
Birds and doves also accompany the king's arrival
The Lord of the Earth separates himself from the world
Just want to forget the happiness of the world for a moment
Even so, he felt uneasy
Unable to let go of the bonds on the throne
That is the love of the subjects and the heavy responsibility of the empire
He had withstood the terrible fanaticism
I also encountered ups and downs in the stormy seas.
How can we repeat the same mistakes now?
He holds a sword in his hand and has compassion in his heart
He wants to kill evil
He will show kindness
May God bless you! Those who devote themselves to their country will always have a clear heart!"