"Even if I'm a little late, wouldn't you be willing to open the door a little for me and listen to my heart?"
Teresa's tone of voice was urgent and her expression was very serious, enough to reveal her sincerity - of course Egron could also fully detect this.
It is obviously impossible to say that he is not touched in his heart. It is worthy of pride for him to be so recognized by others, or by someone like Teresa.
However, deep down in his heart, he knew that he was destined to just treat her as a pawn, so he became more and more afraid to have too many bonds with her, so he no longer knew how to respond to such kindness.
"I...I don't know if I am worthy of you doing this." He pondered for a moment, and then replied softly, "You can also see that I can't give you anything now, and maybe the same will be true in the future. Besides, we have only met a few times.
It's just a face-to-face. Maybe you have added a lot of halo to me in your heart and regarded me as a perfect person, but I know that I am not this kind of person."
"I have never had the extravagant expectation that anyone is perfect, or maybe it is just because His Highness has His unique shortcomings that people find him cute." Teresa shook her head gently, "Yes, from ordinary eyes.
Look, I was indeed hasty in making up my mind so quickly, but think about it, what else can I find fault with? If I say goodbye to you, maybe in the future I will follow my father's orders and marry the prince of this kingdom or that kingdom. What does he know?
What's there to look forward to? I'm tired of seeing the mediocre people in our own country, so what about those from other countries? He may like hunting - or worse - like gambling and behaving in a timid manner.
He is indifferent, has shallow thoughts, is polite but inhumane... My God, what is there to look forward to in that kind of life? Instead of living that disgusting life, it is better to take this opportunity to find someone who is compatible with you.
, maybe if you miss it, you won’t have it again in the future..."
Then, she smiled bitterly, "Yes, you have no money and power now, and maybe you won't have any in the future, but so what? I'm not greedy for luxury, and my parents will give me a large dowry, as long as I budget carefully
It's enough for me to live this life. God has given me the luck to be born in this family, and I don't dare to ask for more. I said that I just want to write legendary stories, and what kind of legend is important?
What? If you are enterprising and eager to rise to the top, then I will help you use all your strategies to get to the top. If you just want to roam in the forest and indulge in words, that’s even better! I can accompany you everywhere to collect stories.
, so that you have no worries, and can also help you organize your manuscripts... You can even save money on hiring a maid! No matter which one, it is a life that I find interesting..."
Aigron opened his eyes wide.
He never thought that Teresa would take the initiative to say such tender words.
And this warmth actually really touched him.
Even regardless of her identity, Teresa herself is so worthy of attention.
At this point, it would be a bit too inhumane not to say a few words.
"Teresa, thank you for being so sincere and tender to me." He sighed in a low voice with a little emotion, "But since I already have my own ideas, I won't change them easily."
What he said was a pun, and of course Teresa could only understand the superficial meaning.
"Are you unable to let go of Your Highness Sophie?" She asked immediately, and then shook her head, "Your Highness, I understand your feelings, and I am not forcing you to agree to act in your own interests now; if you do,
On the contrary, I think you have a cold nature. I just implore you to think about it carefully and stop joking about your own future... She is willing to see you sink, but I am reluctant to do so. Just weigh it carefully and stop being in a hurry.
After saying such cruel words, give us some time to give ourselves a chance to get out of the dream... wouldn't it be nice? We are all still young anyway, and my parents shouldn't mind waiting another year or two."
She was quite confident in herself. She felt that His Highness was obsessed with Sophie who had shown favor to him only because he had been extremely lacking in love since childhood. Therefore, as long as she had a little time and touched him with sincerity, she would eventually be able to touch his heart and make him understand.
What should he do to benefit himself? After all, he himself knew that there would never be a result between him and Sophie.
As for what happened to them before, she had no intention of knowing, it was all His Highness's freedom.
Under her gaze, although Aigron seemed calm on the surface, he was actually a little confused.
He knew what he had done, and because of this, he felt even more ashamed when faced with such unreserved kindness.
"Teresa, do you know what you are doing?" he blurted out, "You are also risking yourself."
"I know, but I think it's worth it, because if I succeed, I will save a genius who went astray, and this may be one of the greatest achievements I can have in my life." Teresa said lightly.
He nodded lightly. "Aigron... For my sake and your own sake, just nod your head. Just doing such a simple thing is enough. I want to rescue you, and it seems that I am the best candidate.
Because of this, I am obligated, and I will not allow you to throw away this opportunity easily, nor will I allow you to give up on yourself, because you are destined to escape from the world."
"Even if the price is you?" Aigron turned his head and looked directly at the girl.
The girl was stunned for a moment, then smiled slightly and showed a bright smile, "Then I have to say, I am very happy that the price is mine, I am not worried about others coming."
This smile was so bright that Egron was stunned for a moment.
No wonder she is so confident - if she has enough time, maybe she can really impress herself.
It can even be said that I am already a little moved now...
Seeing his excited and restless look, Teresa snickered in her heart and closed one eye in a playful manner, "So, how are you going to answer, Your Highness?"
Killed.
Maybe he will regret it in the future, maybe it seriously violated his original plan, but now he really feels like he can't say "no".
Under Teresa's playful and expectant gaze, in the end, he helplessly allowed his passion to kidnap him, and then nodded.
"If you are willing to give me a chance..."
ah!
Theresa only felt a voice cheering in her heart.
She knew that she had succeeded - although this was only a staged victory, as long as she took the first step, wouldn't it be easy to handle the rest?
Along with the joy comes immense shyness.
She didn't know how she could finish those words and actions in one breath. Now it was as if she was dreaming.
Teresa no longer dared to look at the boy, but looked at the flowers in the distance again.
"Your Highness, I am very happy, and I even have a sense of accomplishment, because I finally caught you on the edge of the cliff... I hope that all my efforts will not be in vain, and I hope that you can reach the height I expected -
—There is no doubt that this requires hard work, but please believe that at least you will not be working alone..."
After saying these words, she looked straight ahead and stretched out her hand towards Aigron, "Let's shake hands and leave it as a witness."
Her hands were trembling slightly, and the side of her face was a little red, which made Aigron laugh a little in his heart.
She is really new to the art of coquettishness, but because of this, she may have a youthful charm.
Now that he had reached this point, there was no need for him to refuse anymore, so he also reached out and took Teresa's hand.
Although they had danced together before and had physical contact with each other, it was just business at that time, and Teresa was wearing gloves; now they shook hands again and felt the delicate and smooth touch on her hands, Agron couldn't help but
Also felt extremely comfortable.
"I only dare to say these words when the two of us are alone. I would be ashamed to death if I leaked them to others... So, Your Highness, you must keep it a secret from me." Teresa blushed slightly, "Also, say
After all, this is also your responsibility. If only you had followed His Majesty's instructions early on. Then everyone would be happy, and I wouldn't have to embarrass myself like this."
As soon as she said this, she couldn't hold back her anger again, but this anger was not directed at the young man in front of her, but at the person who secretly instigated the evil. If she hadn't hindered the evil, everything should have been so perfect, everyone.
Everyone gets what he deserves, so why do you have to grit your teeth and do these things now?
Of course, the more furious she felt, the more she refused to show it. She had already seen that Sophie's status in His Highness's heart was extraordinary and it had not yet been shaken.
"Will being reserved and pretending that you are forced to do so will make you feel happier?" Aigron asked in surprise.
"That's natural." Teresa replied seemingly matter-of-factly, "How could you let me say these words on my own initiative! You are such a hard-hearted person."
"Oh! Then I'm really sorry." Aigron couldn't help but laugh, "Then what should I do now? Can I still make amends?"
"Of course it can be remedied. Just satisfy my injured heart a little bit." Teresa blinked, "For example, just follow what I said that day -"
"You mean kneeling down to propose?" Aiglon immediately remembered, "I'm sorry... I still think this is a bit difficult for me."
No, you will definitely do it. We'll see.
"It's okay, we still have time to think about it. Maybe we will have different ideas by then... Let's not mention it now." Teresa smiled again and changed the topic vaguely, "Okay.
Well, since we’ve already talked about it, there’s nothing more to say next, let’s take a rest first.”
She did not let go of her hand, so the two of them held hands and sat side by side, quietly admiring the beautiful scenery outside the pavilion.
Although it was already noon, the temperature in late autumn was still low, and the cool breeze echoed among the withered yellow and pink woods, seeming to be playing harmonious music for them.
After an unknown amount of time, Teresa finally let go of her hand again.
"Well, I think the ceremony is complete. Your Highness, I mean every word you say. You must not go back on your word." Then, she warned Aigron seriously.
Then, without waiting for Aigron to answer, she stood up again and walked out of the pavilion, "Okay, let's go back for lunch... We can't keep mom and the others waiting."
Of course, Aigron had no objections, so he followed Theresa and walked back to the mansion.
They arrived at the restaurant, and by this time, the Grand Duke and his wife and their children had already taken their seats.
"Great, you just happened to catch up. I'm going to ask someone to find you." Mrs. Henrietta was very happy when she saw the two people coming, and then she motioned for them to sit next to her.
There are silver tableware on the dining table, as well as some porcelain with simple patterns suitable for the country, and there are white napkins and tablecloths next to it. The furnishings on the table are not luxurious, but they do not insult the identity of the owner.
"We are not very particular about food here. We eat whatever the tenants bring us." Henrietta smiled and nodded at Aigron, "But the taste is quite good. Your Highness Franz, you can eat more."
Taste it.”
Then, she glanced at her husband.
The Grand Duke did not comment, but just picked up the tableware and started eating, which meant that lunch had officially begun.
Just after he finished the appetizer, the servants brought everyone steaming soup.
"This is cream of oyster soup, an authentic French dish." Grand Duchess Henrietta smiled and said to the young man, "You must be in a landlocked country like Austria. You don't usually have such an opportunity. Eat more today.
Well, we have also prepared a lot of French dishes, so you can eat more."
"Thank you." Aigron didn't know why the other party made such an arrangement, but it was up to the guest to do as he pleased. Since the host was already so enthusiastic, there was no need for him to refuse.
Although the dishes are simple, the chef's skills are quite good. Aigron was already a little hungry, but now he ate with great enthusiasm.
"My mother always thought that you would prefer to eat French food." Teresa explained in a low voice, "So she specially asked someone to prepare it..."
Aigron smiled bitterly. "Madam, you know, I grew up in Austria, so although I don't know which country I am from, at least I am not picky about my appetite, but I still thank you very much.
Thank you for your enthusiasm for me..."
"Poor child!" Princess Henrietta sighed, but seemed to be a little emotional, "As long as you live happily, there is not much difference between being in France or Austria, right? You can also live happily here.
- at least, our Teresa has always been considerate."
After she finished speaking, she couldn't help but laugh.