Although Aigron was a little surprised by her request, his tone was quite relaxed and casual.
When chatting with Her Royal Highness the Princess, I can indeed feel a joy like spring breeze.
Although he didn't meet her many times, he could feel that she was humble and introspective, kind-hearted, not too naive, and able to face reality but also pursue something. She was really an interesting person.
Even if you don't have any utilitarian purpose, making friends with her should be a pleasant experience.
"Thank you for your cooperation -" Her Royal Highness suddenly smiled slyly. "Then - should I call you Franz, or Aiglon?"
At this time, Aigron remembered that Teresa heard this nickname from Princess Sophie that night. Then he thought of the unpleasant conversation between the two people at that time.
"Well... it's up to you. You can call me whatever you like." Aiglon smiled reluctantly. "Actually, I suggest you call me Franz, because this is the name given to me by His Majesty the Emperor by decree."
"Then I'll call you Aiglon." Teresa replied. "Compared to the name that was forcibly given to you, calling you Aiglon should make you feel better."
Eggron didn't understand what Theresa was thinking, but since she had already said so, there was no need for him to object - and besides, he really didn't like the name Franz, unless it was used in Franz's name.
-In the case of Memmingen.
"Okay, let's make this deal." Her Royal Highness the Princess smiled and nodded, then bowed slightly to him, "Aiglon, your friend Teresa pays tribute to you~"
"Hahahaha." Eggron was a little shocked at first. He didn't expect Theresa to be so funny. When he came back to his senses, he couldn't help but laugh softly. "I also pay tribute to the beautiful and lovely Theresa."
The two of them laughed together, and suddenly felt that the atmosphere became much more harmonious.
This may not be surprising to Teresa, but for Agron, this is a completely new experience. In this life, he has lived in Schönbrunn Palace for more than ten years, although there are people who are kind to him.
There are a lot of people, but the relationship between them is more of "elder" or "teacher", and he has no friends of his own age.
In other words, he hasn't experienced the feeling of "friend" for a long, long time.
This feels really good.
It's a pity that he is destined not to have much room to enjoy the happiness of friendship.
Just when he was silent, Her Royal Highness the Princess raised her head, looked at the woods and fields in the distance, and suddenly couldn't help but sigh.
"God is really joking. France and Germany are only separated by the Rhine River. As a result, the cultural customs and ways of doing things are completely different. It would be great if they could be balanced. We Germans are more cheerful, and the French are less frivolous. Both sides
When combined, isn’t everything perfect?”
"There is never such a balanced thing in the world. People always go from one extreme to the other." Aigron replied, "There is often a thin line between elegance and frivolity. It is difficult for you to ask a person to be both elegant and elegant at the same time."
It’s very difficult to have the utmost self-control and not be frivolous at the same time.”
"What you said makes sense, but I think there is still a way." Teresa thought for a while, then nodded, "After all, people can be trained from childhood, right? Well... God
!”
She seemed to suddenly think of something and sighed instantly. Then her face turned slightly red at first, and then turned pale instantly.
"What's wrong with you?" Aigron looked at her unpredictable expression curiously, as if he was watching a funny show.
"Nothing..." Teresa shook her head, then took a deep breath, then calmed her expression and became as serious as usual. "Your Highness, it's time for us to go back. I think Your Majesty and the others must
"It's really interesting to chat with you. It's a pity that we can only end here today." Teresa smiled bitterly, "By the way, I have a request - what I tell you is something I haven't told anyone else before."
People have said, or rarely tell others about my thoughts, I want to ask you...please keep it a secret for me, can you do it, Aiglon?"
Agron was not surprised by Teresa's request.
After all, Teresa just criticized her country's mediocrity in front of her. It might not matter if someone said this on the street, but given her status, it would be really shameful for it to be spread out.
"Don't worry, I will keep it a secret for you, just like you kept my remarks a secret at the dance that day." He smiled generously.
"Well, so we have shared a secret." Teresa nodded heavily. "This should be the best gift between friends."
In this way, the two people ended their conversation and walked back together along the path they had taken for a walk.
When they returned to the mansion, it was still as lively as before.
People gathered around the fireplace and chatted, sitting in a circle around His Majesty the Emperor and His Majesty the Queen. Some people were telling stories about their travels across Europe, and they were all listening attentively.
The narrator has rich experiences and good storytelling skills, so he makes the journey interesting and arouses laughter from time to time.
When he saw the boy and girl walking back into the living room, His Majesty the Emperor made a gesture to temporarily stop the story, and then waved to them again.
"Children, come here and sit over here."
Then, he waved to the people next to him. "You guys should go out first. I have something to say to these two children."
Everyone present followed His Majesty's orders and left the living room one after another, so as not to delay His Majesty's instructions to the two Highnesses.
Of course, the two of them walked to the side of His Majesty the Emperor obediently.
"Please take a seat -" His Majesty the Emperor pointed to the vacant space, "You don't have to be so respectful tonight."
The boy and girl first saluted and then sat on the vacant seats.
"Now, there are only members of our family left here." His Majesty the Emperor leaned back on the chair, then showed a gentle smile, and asked the two of them, "You two little guys, were you having a good chat just now?
Are you happy?"
"We had a great time chatting," Aigron replied briefly.
Teresa seemed a little shy and hesitated for a moment before speaking, "His Highness and I exchanged many topics, and I admire his intelligence."
"Okay, very good." His Majesty the Emperor smiled and nodded.
Then, he looked at Theresa again, "Teresa, you must know the reason why I brought you and Franz with me when I came out this time. To be fair, I hope that this marriage can come true. Logically speaking
Come on, this kind of finger-marriage only requires a word from me, but Teresa, your father has served the country for so many years and made great achievements, and he is my brother, so he fought for a right with me,
That is, only when you nod your head can the marriage officially take effect. At this point... I think you should be regarded as the princess with the most initiative in our family."
What His Majesty the Emperor said in front of everyone made Teresa blush with embarrassment and was unable to speak. Even Aigron felt extremely embarrassed.
After all, he only took the initiative to cooperate for the plan, but he never expected to solidify the marriage so soon.
Perhaps feeling the awkwardness of the atmosphere, His Majesty the Emperor smiled and said, "Don't be nervous, we are just here to have fun tonight. Even if we really have to decide something, it won't be here. I just want to tell you what I think in my heart."
That’s all—just listen to the nagging of your elders.”
Then, he breathed out again, "I will be sixty years old soon, and my poor father only lived forty-five years old, so God knows how many more years I can continue to serve the empire, I can only
Every year is regarded as the last year. Franz's poem just now is right. Even if you serve the king for fun, you can't get rid of the fetters of the throne. This is their destiny. I will devote my whole life to serving the empire.
Although I dare not say how good my results are, at least I have put in my enthusiasm - now I have nothing else to ask for, I just want to pave the way for the empire and plan for an empire in case I leave..."
The boy and the girl looked at each other. Although they both knew that His Majesty's words were inappropriate, no one dared to interrupt.
Fortunately, His Majesty's sigh did not last long. He quickly looked at Theresa and spoke again, "Theresa, I hope you don't feel resentful about this turmoil. After all, you were born in our family.
, since you have enjoyed so much glory and wealth, you must give something. Back then, my aunt and my daughter were sent to France, and no one asked them for their opinions. In comparison, the pressure you are under now is already
The lightest one.”
Then, he raised his hand and pointed at the young man, "I watched Franz grow up. To be honest, I am quite satisfied with his performance all the time. He is the kind of person who can make the elders feel
Proud boy, and you've seen it yourself...so I hope you'll give it some serious thought."
Teresa lowered her head and did not dare to say a word, and His Majesty the Emperor looked at the young man again at this time.
"Franz, although the king must put state affairs first, I still have some personal feelings after all. To be honest, when I first met you, I couldn't help but express my anger at you; but your father has changed.
For a cup of loess, sooner or later I will do the same, so what's the point of having more resentment?" His Majesty the Emperor smiled bitterly, "Although I don't know what is going on in your mind, but I think I have already
I’ve tried my best to treat you well. I think if you and Teresa really get married, it will be the best result for you...at least, it should be enough to satisfy you, right?"
Aigron didn't answer either, pretending to be shy.
"I'm not trying to embarrass you, I just hope to use this marriage to make our family truly one family." His Majesty the Emperor suddenly became serious, "Franz, with your talent, if you get me
If I give you these and then serve our country wholeheartedly, it will be a glorious future for you and Austria, isn't it? Austria is your destination now."