Eagle’s Glory

Amidst the laughter, the atmosphere in the hall reached its peak, and Aigron, who had been calm all along, bowed his head in embarrassment.

His performance was understood by everyone as shy, so many people smiled, teasing young people on the surface, but inside they also contained envy and blessings.

"His Royal Highness, how do you feel when you get along with Princess Teresa?" At this time, Second Lieutenant Henchy asked.

It's over, asking this kind of question at this time, do I have another answer? Aegron complained in his heart.

If he told what he had done to Teresa in person, he would have been booed by Archduke Karl immediately.

Under everyone's attention, he had to scratch his head and say a string of disgusting compliments, "Teresa is a very lovable girl, even if she ignores her identity, she is very cute, and she has A compassionate and considerate heart, and being attentive to the feelings of others, is especially rare... I think getting to know her has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. And I'm very grateful for what she's done for me."

The more Aigron spoke, the more embarrassed he felt, but he could only pretend to say nothing.

He didn't expect that things would evolve into this step, and he would publicly express his "appreciation" for Teresa in public.

Wait - is this what Teresa envisioned? Did she guess that this would happen? A thought suddenly flashed through Aegron's mind.

Shouldn't be...

"What you said is really complicated..." An officer blinked and pretended to be confused, "Can you describe it in the simplest words?"

Uh... Aigron was embarrassed and speechless.

"Okay, stop teasing the children, what do they know at this age." Fortunately, Duke Karl spoke at the right time, smoothing out the situation for the young man, "Let's continue to eat."

The officer had to smirk and nod to Aegron in apology, and then everyone continued to have a lively meal.

"Your Highness, what are your plans in the future?" Someone finally changed the question.

"I haven't thought about it yet, because I don't know what I am good at." Aigron smiled, "But no matter what, I think I will work hard for the benefit of the people in the future."

"Okay, then... a toast to the people!"

Just like that, Aigron drank the wine cup by cup.

Although the taste of wine is very general, alcohol is not a bluffing thing after all. As time passed, he gradually felt a little dizzy, and even rolled his tongue when he spoke.

No...he was suddenly nervous.

He hates losing control the most, even in this relaxing environment.

"Your Highness, I'm a little too drunk." He hurriedly said to Archduke Karl next to him, "Please allow me to stop."

"Can you still stand up?" Archduke Karl glanced at him and asked.

"It's barely okay." Aegron answered honestly.

"Okay, stand up."

Although Aegron was a little confused, he staggered to his feet obediently.

At this time, Archduke Karl also stood up, he took Aigron's right hand with his left hand, and then raised it.

Following his movements, the hall also returned to silence, people ended their conversation, and then looked at the Archduke suspiciously.

"I was fortunate enough to lead you, but unfortunately I didn't lead you to a glorious victory. I'm very sorry." Archduke Karl looked at the crowd, and then said with a little emotion, "Fortunately, God bless, your efforts, your sacrifices, In the end, a good result was obtained. We can celebrate peace here, and the empire has survived. The past has turned into smoke, and all the grudges have returned to dust...

Undoubtedly, the Empire will face new challenges and new enemies in the future, but our obligations are over, and we can happily hand it over to a new generation... Now, your Duke of Reichstedt , also part of this generation of young Austrians! Archduke Karl said this first, and then he issued an order to everyone, "Stand up and pay tribute to His Royal Highness, maybe one day he will do for us what we have not done before." "

Archduke Karl's words did not immediately lead to cheers, on the contrary, the people present looked at each other in dismay.

Although everyone has accepted the existence of His Royal Highness, but directly calling Napoleon's son Austrian, after all, it is not suitable for them.

However, Archduke Karl is not a very tolerant person. Since he has already issued an order, he will never take it back. He looks around in front of everyone, as if he wants to find out that the person is still hesitant or opposed to him. .

Under his strong pressure, Captain Henchy, the person in charge here, saluted Aigron soon, and after someone started, the people next to him slowly raised their hands to salute.

Aegron, who had never been treated like this by a group of people, felt a little uncomfortable, and the alcohol made him feel a little dizzy, but he still maintained his composure and accepted the salute of the soldiers present.

It seems that the prestige of the Grand Duke is indeed high enough, and he is actually willing to use this prestige to endorse himself, which is really surprising.

In other words, it can also be seen from here that he is fond of Teresa...

After seeing everyone pay their respects, Archduke Karl finally nodded with satisfaction and sat down with Aegron.

And the banquet came to an end.

After the meal, Archduke Karl talked with many people, and listened to their current distress and the difficulties faced by his family, until finally, under the reluctant gaze of the soldiers, he took Aegron out of the castle.

Aegron was still limping, his head was dizzy, so the energy of the past few hours seemed like a dream.

But the steady footsteps of the middle-aged man next to him made him know that he was not dreaming.

The two walked out of the sanatorium together and came to the river where the carriage stopped.

It was already afternoon, and Archduke Karl did not rush to leave immediately, but stopped to look at the sparkling light on the river.

"Are you awake?" he then asked Aegron.

"Already awake a lot, Your Highness," Aegron replied in a low voice.

"I didn't expect you to really let go and let go, and you didn't show any abnormality just now." Archduke Karl nodded slightly, "It seems that you do have some willpower that is not commensurate with your age-I should say bad Does the environment train people?"

"Maybe it will destroy people too, Your Highness," Aegron replied.

"There are always setbacks in the world, and some people are destined to have a rough fate. If they are destroyed, it can only mean that they are not worthy of the big life in the first place." Archduke Karl shrugged, "Franz, if you are very supportive. When it's over, you'll find that God doesn't leave you so little."

"I also believe so." Aegron replied solemnly.

Although his mind was already a little blurry because of the fever, but even at this time, there was still a trace of calmness in his heart.

He knew what he was doing and what he wanted.

Archduke Carl turned his head and looked into the distance. A small bridge was standing alone on the river. The beams and wood were rotten. There were some unknown wild flowers on the piers. The railings were also covered with lush moss. Or rattle in the waters of the tributaries of the Danube, and after crossing the bridge, you can see a few farmhouses in the distance, those rudimentary houses, separated by green hedges of honeysuckle and clematis, and in the center of the village stands a Small church.

The whole picture is quiet and soft, and it seems to be a scene that will not change for hundreds of years.

"It's beautiful." The Grand Duke blurted out.

"Yeah." Agron nodded. "very beautiful."

He didn't mean to compliment, he thought so too.

This is a very beautiful picture of the countryside, but his heart will never pursue the peace of rural life.

"Austria is a beautiful country, try to fall in love with her." Archduke Karl sighed, and then said to Aigron, "If you can be sincere, she will not fail you. Since God has made you suffer, It must have a purpose, and I believe that He will never play tricks on you, as long as you follow this purpose, maybe you can get a lot of things."

Aigron suddenly didn't know how to answer.

Follow God's will? But he didn't believe in the existence of God.

"Today is a good start. I don't think anyone objected to letting you be an Austrian. Although they are not quite used to it yet, everything has to have a beginning. As long as you continue to follow this path, it will eventually be completed. The goal." Archduke Karl looked at the young man's face and whispered, "Your performance today makes me believe that you can indeed achieve this, and ... and Teresa to help you, it should be very simple."

"I am very grateful to you and her for helping me, Your Highness." Aegron bowed sincerely and thanked the Archduke.

Archduke Carl kindly brought himself here to win popularity for himself, and took the time to talk about so many of his life experiences, of course he was full of gratitude.

Although he doesn't know how to repay him, he will keep this kindness in his account.

"I heard Teresa mentioned, did you promise her that you would come to visit our house?" Archduke Karl asked suddenly.

Didn't she invite me?

Aegron originally wanted to ask a question, but he reacted immediately and quickly closed his mouth.

There is no doubt that Teresa is reluctant to tell her parents that she invited her, so she has to take this "responsibility" herself.

At this point, I seem to have to admit it in order to return the favor.

Wait, is this what Teresa had in mind too?

"Yes, I made this request to Her Royal Highness Theresa, and she agreed." He could only answer without thinking too much. "But I don't know when it's convenient..."

"It's winter, we have nothing to do, basically we are free, you can choose a time, and then come to visit with a notification in advance." Archduke Carl replied indifferently, "Teresa has praised you a lot. , so her mother also aroused curiosity and wanted to meet you."

Although he didn't know how Teresa told his mother, Aigron always felt a little embarrassed, even ashamed.

"Okay, it's getting late, I should take you back." Archduke Karl nodded at him again, "By the way, Teresa asked me to ask you one last question, there is one more thing you promised her, When will it be done?"

Um? What?

After a while, Aegron finally reacted.

"Is it convenient for me to send her a letter?" he asked. "I do have something for her."

"Whatever you want, who knows what tricks you kids are playing." Archduke Karl shrugged impatiently. "The address will be told to you, okay, let's go."