Eagle’s Glory

"Okay, it's getting late, let's rest~"

After Aigron finished speaking, he immediately covered the quilt, apparently no longer wanting to continue this topic.

Seeing him behave like this, Teresa had to stop, but, after all, she had been with Aegron for so long, so she could easily see that her husband was not sincere.

She knew he was lying.

And she knew that he didn't lie just now, but had been lying for a long time.

From the "secret channel" of the people around Aigron - that is, his private secretary Leon Esposito - she had learned the truth about Aegron's previous assassination: he was in a private meeting with Princess Maria, Being stared at at this moment and seriously injured.

After that, it was Maria who took him to recover from the injury, so that he woke up from the crisis and returned to health.

She knew all this, but she couldn't come out and argue with her husband.

First, Leon is the person she managed to win over. She needs to protect him. If he quarrels with His Royal Highness about this matter, then with His Highness's wisdom, he will immediately guess that the people around him have leaked the news, and then he will Start the investigation and eventually find Leon's body - Leon, who betrayed his master at that time, was swept out of the house at the lightest, and an accident may lead to death.

Second, in what name can she quarrel? From a factual point of view, Maria saved His Highness after all, not only him, but also kindness to herself. If she brought up this matter to quarrel, she would not only be unreasonable, but would appear to be mean and vengeful, and it would have no effect at all. .

Therefore, even if she knew clearly in her heart, she couldn't put things on the table to quarrel, she could only watch His Highness fool her, even if she was upset, she couldn't help it.

But in her heart, she has no plans to reveal it. Although she is much more humble and gentle than Sophie, she also has the arrogance of a royal princess in her bones. Seeing Sophie and sister Maria bullying herself so much, Naturally, she was filled with anger and hatred.

In her short life, full of sunshine and warmth, she has never experienced such hatred for one person (no, two people). This bitter and spicy feeling made her feel extremely uncomfortable. .

Although she didn't want to quarrel, she also didn't want to forgive or acquiesce to it - in her heart, Chanel was one thing, Maria was another.

If she knows her own interests and doesn't come over in the future, it can be tolerated a little; if she really doesn't know what to do and has to come up with shame, then she has to take the appropriate measures.

If there is any way to make Maria Ann disappear forever without involving herself, that would be the best...

Aegron didn't know that the person beside him was spinning such terrible thoughts. In his heart, Teresa was always so gentle and kind, but he didn't know that it was only one aspect of Teresa. Deep down, she still had that stubbornness and kindness. An arrogant soul - and because of this, she was so persistent in turning the engagement into reality.

Because of exhaustion, he soon fell into a deep sleep, and Teresa, because of her pregnancy, followed the doctor's advice and lay slightly on her left side.

Because of the bulge of her belly, she could no longer fall asleep with her husband in her arms as before, but she still quietly opened her eyes and looked at his handsome sleeping face.

The family of three lying on the bed is now her happiness, and she is willing to pay all the costs to protect her hard-earned happiness.

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Aegron knew nothing of the thoughts and actions of the person beside him, and he woke up the next morning feeling refreshed.

A "battle" with Chanel not only gave him a vent, but also seemed to have swept away the pressure that had accumulated in his heart for a long time.

After he took care of it, he said goodbye to his wife, and then came to the office alone, where his secretary Leon Esposito was already waiting.

"Your Majesty, good morning." Leon saluted him immediately.

"Leon, good morning." Agron greeted, "How is that Earl of Tylerwyn?"

"He left in the early hours of the morning," Leon replied quickly, "he seemed to be in a hurry, so he didn't plan to leave after greeting you in the morning, but left early in the morning. I followed your instructions and sent someone Escort him, it is estimated that tomorrow he will be able to leave the country to take up his post."

In theory, Aigron can now let him die in an "accident" at any time, but since he has promised Chanel not to kill him immediately, he has no interest in the count.

"Well, I wish him a smooth journey and don't die on the road. It doesn't matter if he dies or not, at least let me contact Talleyrand first." Aegron shrugged, "Is there any good news today?"

"The letter from the Count of Monte Cristo has arrived," replied Leon.

"Show it to me." Aigron immediately came to his senses.

According to his previous agreement with Edmund Dantes, Edmund will write a report to him at a fixed time every month, describing in detail his experience and progress this month; If something happens, write another letter urgently in code and send it to him at a speed of 100,000.

And what I received today is the monthly report normally written by Edmund Dantes.

Leon handed the report to Aegron, who then took out the letter and read it carefully.

In it, Edmund wrote about his recent conversation with the Marquis Noirtier, in such detail that not even the Prosecutor of Villefort was concealed.

Aegron was slightly surprised by the sudden news, but he was relieved quickly.

In the original, by the time the Count of Monte Cristo returned to Paris, the Marquis Noirtier had been paralyzed by a stroke, and only his eyes could move, but it was 1838—and now it is 1828.

In other words, Noirtier is not paralyzed yet and is still healthy. Since he is healthy, it is impossible for him, a die-hard Bonapartist, not to contact the Marquis of Treville, and naturally he will also find Edmund here.

He didn't think about what to do with the Villefort prosecutor, but since the Marquis was so arrogant, he promised Edmund that he could propose a duel after three years, so Aigron would not interfere more, in his opinion. fine.

In the original book, although the Marquis of Noirtier is a conspirator, he has a brave and upright character, and even hoeed General Flavin Quesnel, the Baron of Epinay, in a one-on-one duel.

Aegron naturally admired such a brave, loyal, bold and politically experienced person. He was willing to defect to his command, which was simply beyond his reach.

In the letter, Edmund Dantès also mentioned that the Marquis wanted a position as a parliamentary speaker, and Aigron was ready to agree to this condition without any consideration-in the entrepreneurial stage, the official wish must be generous and able to It can't really be realized, but at least it has to put on a posture of responding to all requests, so that those people with lofty ideals can see hope.

Besides, the Marquis of Noirtier could have deserved such a compliment.

With this idea in mind, Aigron wrote a letter in reply, in which he greatly appreciated Edmund's progress and encouraged him to make persistent efforts in the future, and then he specifically warned him that the Marquis of Noirtier was A seasoned veteran with expertise in organising and executing conspiracies, old but equally respectable, let him take the Marquis's advice.

In order to please the Marquis of Noirtier, he also deliberately praised the old man's loyalty and contribution to the empire with rather exaggerated words, and then personally promised that he would definitely reward the loyal ministers after the completion of the matter, and he could get any reward he wanted. .

After writing all this, Aigron handed his handwritten letter to Leon, and Leon would naturally take it to the messenger, take it back to France through the original road, and then deliver it to Edmund's hands.

There is no doubt that at this distance, the efficiency of transmitting information on both sides will become very low, and it is impossible for Aigron to control the situation in Paris in real time, so he can only fully delegate power, set a general direction, and then let the people over there do their own thing. Play, it is impossible to do everything by hand and give pointers to everything.

Fortunately, Edmund and the Marquis of Treville are both shrewd, capable and resourceful people. Aigron believes that they can give full play to their abilities and create the situation he wants for Aegron.

Then, Aigron took Edmund's letter and came to Father Faria.

Compared with the almost depleted image a few days ago, the priest's complexion is much better now, but he can still see the tiredness of his old age.

As usual, he was dictating documents to his secretaries.

"Your Majesty!" As soon as he saw Aegron's arrival, he quickly stopped what was in front of him and paid tribute to the young man.

"Father, Edmund has sent a letter." Aigron briefly explained the situation, and then handed the letter to the secretary next to the priest.

Edmund and the priest were in love with the father and son. After receiving the letter, he naturally wanted to report peace to the priest; more importantly, he also wanted to get some advice from the priest.

The secretary picked up the letter and put it in front of the priest and helped him read the letter. It was obvious that after seeing Edmund everything was fine, the priest was also quite happy, and his eyes became a little more cheerful.

"Your Majesty, it looks like Edmund is going well."

"Yeah, he didn't live up to our expectations..." Aegron nodded, "However, there are still many difficulties waiting for him, we can only wish him good luck."

From Aegron's expression, the priest could see that he was slightly worried.

The priest immediately tried to figure out the young man's mind.

As a core member of Aegron's side and the prime minister of the duchy, he also knew about Earl Tylerwin's visit last night, and even more who knew who was behind the Earl.

"Are you worried that Talleyrand won't be so easily persuaded?" he whispered.

"It was a bit of a worry, but well... Talleyrand is the icing on the cake, he's always there for the winner, which means he doesn't risk his life for me, and he's happy to help me if I'm all right; but If I show a little bit of weakness, he will turn his back on me immediately, he is not worth worrying about, nor is he worth placing any expectations on." Aigron replied with a wry smile, and then changed the subject, "Compared to Talleyrand, I care more about Orleans. Family, I heard from the earl last night that the Orleans family is also trying to get in touch with Prince Talleyrand - and certainly not just Prince Talleyrand."

Aigron and the Bourbon dynasty are two extreme opposites. Letting aside those who fell down the wind, the core supporters on both sides have a clear hatred and it is almost impossible to transform each other; however, the Orleans family is different, this family has always been Likes to buy people's hearts and make friends with people from all walks of life, and is also attractive to those who are anti-Bourbon.

Moreover, this family has huge wealth and is a young branch of the royal family, and has a wide appeal. At this point in time, the Orleans family can also become a welcome new power core.

On the original historical line, it was this family who stood up to reap the fruits of victory after the 1830 revolution, and the Duke of Orleans (later King Louis-Philippe I) ruled France for 18 years from this year until until it was overturned by a new revolution in 1848.

Although 18 years may not seem long, in that turbulent century, being able to control this capricious, violent and cruel country for 18 years is already quite commendable.

That is to say, the Duke of Orleans is in an ecological niche with him at this time, has the same purpose, and is in a more convenient position.

Competing niche foes are more alarming and annoying than blood feuding foes.

What is even more annoying is that he has no means to attack them at this time, and can only watch them win people around like himself, preparing for the seizure of power.

Under the inquiry of Father Faria, Aigron told the other party about his worries - of course, in addition to those things on the original historical line.

"That is to say, while you are attacking the royal family, you also want to damage the Orleans family, so that they will not affect your plan?" The priest listened quietly and asked after he finished speaking.

"Yes, it would be best if there was a way to get the best of both worlds," Aegron nodded.

"It's not easy." The priest blinked his eyes and fell into thought, "Although the royal family hates the Orlang family, they are part of the royal family after all, and you are different. You are the mortal enemy in their eyes. Seriously offended the king's nerves... Of course, I'm not saying you're wrong, I'm just saying it's the way it is."

"Yes, the reality is like this." Aigron nodded, "Father, what can you do?"

"It's not difficult to divide them, but the problem is, the more we emphasize that the Orleans family is different from the royal family, the more we help them, because they originally wanted to cut and usurp the throne..." The priest pondered for a moment, then suddenly looked at To Aegron, "Your Majesty, do you want to try some powerful medicine?"

"What kind of medicine?" Aegron was a little puzzled.

"Marquis Noirtier is right. Even if you want to be a warlord, you must first tie yourself to the people. Since you have nothing now, you might as well announce that you will give everything to the people." The priest smiled With a hint of deceit in it, "You made a public manifesto, declaring your support for a republic, for universal suffrage without property restrictions, against a hereditary house of peers, for all the decisions of the people. Then you urged France to stand up for its own future. A popular vote, of course, can't be achieved, but you can create a wave of public opinion. I don't think the Duke of Orleans would agree to this, and that would put him on the opposite side of the people, the republic The activists will also find him an enemy and impossible to cooperate with - since we cannot divide Orleans and Bourbon, we should at least tell the people that they are one and the same! on the people's side."