Eagle’s Glory

"So you can do this too... Well, cheers!"

After Agron raised his glass, Edgar and Agnes also raised their glasses to celebrate the birth of Xia Lu.

Agron was so surprised just now because he really did not expect that Agnes, who looked so proud on weekdays, would actually say such flattering words to himself.

But think about it carefully, she is not for herself, but for her sister and nephew daughter, so she deliberately said this to please herself.

It seems that Agnes was born in a wealthy family after all, and the skills of dealing with people have naturally been familiar since childhood, but she just didn't like to use it at ordinary times.

And today, she deliberately said these words, which shows that Agnes can also afford to let go. Instead of being arrogant and proud, she will think of others.

After figuring out these causes and consequences, Agron couldn't help but feel a good deal of Agnes in his heart.

"I'm thousands of miles away today, and it's a pity that I can't deliver gifts for Xia Lu's birth in time." After taking a sip of wine, Aigron continued, "However, when I arrive in Paris in the future, Then Xia Lu must be the child holding flowers next to me... In my opinion, the birth of Xia Lu is like a buoy and guidance that God cast for me in Paris, telling me where my ultimate goal is …”

His half-serious, half-joking words, as well as his humorous tone, amused the two people in front of him. Agnes couldn't help smiling and winked at Agron playfully, as if to thank him He's so eloquent.

Although she was still wearing men's clothes at the moment, the blush on her face after drinking and the glare in her eyes seemed to give her a little more charm that only belongs to a girl.

Agron suddenly felt that with Agnes, this formulaic dinner seemed to be very interesting.

Since this time, he has been busy with war, and his mind has been filled with guns and blood. Although this can satisfy a young man's desire for power and killing, he also has the pursuit of a poet in his bones.

Now that the war has come to an end for a while, it seems okay for him to enjoy a little time as a poet again?

At this time, the most poetic person in the entire Nafpaktos is in front of him, why not let time stop for a while and make yourself happier for a while?

Therefore, he, who could have ended the dinner directly, deliberately extended this small banquet.

"Miss Agnes." After a moment of silence, Agron spoke again, "While you were in Paris, did you ever interact with any poets or writers? I think with your demeanor, someone like you will surely come to you. Salute?"

Agnes was a little overwhelmed by this question, but after a while she answered honestly, "I'm afraid you're disappointed... I'm not very social in Paris, and my interests are not in literature and poetry, so although There are a lot of talented poets and writers out there, but I don't have any contact with any of them. However, someone did mention a hymn to me, but I was too embarrassed to say no to it...because I always feel that this kind of person doesn't Not really admiring me, just trying to please my father, and they will definitely exaggerate on purpose to make me look like a defiant fool..."

After speaking, her expression was a little embarrassed, and she seemed to think of some unpleasant experiences.

To save Agnes, Edgar also interjected. "Your Majesty, I'm afraid you don't know, my father-in-law is very favored by the court, so many people like to gather at his house to flatter him, because Agnes is his youngest and most favored daughter, so those people have the opportunity to Everyone pleases her, and some even have more ulterior motives... Agnes is very troubled by this, so she always uses sword training and competitions as an excuse to avoid her, so she is actively isolated from the social world. "

Although Edgar's explanation was not detailed, Aigron understood it immediately.

That's right... With Agnes and her family background, after reaching this age, someone will definitely want to pursue her in order to get the support of the Yue family - not to mention that she has such beauty and fame, I am afraid that in the eyes of the upper class, she Indeed one of the hottest marriageable objects.

Not so strange.

"It's not easy to be able to maintain inner purity and peace when being flattered, and not lose yourself." Aegron nodded approvingly, "But I think, apart from these people, there will always be some people who don't tend to be inflamed. , they can face you rightly, treat you like a friend—"

"That's even more terrifying~" Agnes stunned, showing a playful smile, "This kind of person is usually arrogant and accustomed to pointing the finger at the government, and he won't see it in my living room... ...In order not to make my father angry, I didn't even have time to hide from them."

What Agnes said is true. Most of the poets who are proud of their talents are opposition-or, in the eyes of the government, most people are born opposition. As a noble Duke of Nordlyn, it is true I wouldn't deal with such a person either.

"So, your family's communication is too narrow, right?" Aegron couldn't help but complain, "If you only associate with those who are trending, then even if it is temporary, it will not be able to establish a truly solid prestige. Today's world is too easy to change, if something goes wrong with your father, can you still count on these people to help?"

"My father..." Agnes frowned slightly, as if thinking about what to say, and after a while she spoke again, "He is a good man, I love him very much, and am grateful for his care for me... But I He also admits that he has neither special talent nor the prestige to command others, so he is not suitable for taking on big responsibilities. He can be trusted by His Majesty the King only because he has a surname that is respected by the court - he himself is very satisfied with the status quo, after all He has been in exile for so many years, and he is very lucky to be able to return to France and enjoy the life of the year. He just wants to try his best to make up for the lost time, so he hates those that make him bring back unpleasant memories. People...even if he knew that those people might be useful to him, he was not willing to give any good looks."

After listening to Agnes' comments, Agron understood.

During the more than 20 years of blood and blood in the Great Revolution, King Charles X and a large number of nobles had to flee France and live in exile. This life naturally accumulated an extremely fierce hatred in their hearts.

After returning to France with the help of a foreign bayonet, they only longed for the glory of the past, and only wanted to return everything to that old era. what a compromise.

After returning to France, although King Louis XVIII issued a charter and made many policy concessions, he was only willing to share his power with the exiled old aristocratic groups around him.

The prime ministers he later appointed, such as the Prince of Polyniac, the Duke of Richelieu, etc., were all from the old aristocracy. The later King Charles X was more conservative and stubborn than his brother Louis XVIII, so it was even more exacerbated. this phenomenon.

The restored Bourbon Dynasty cooperated militarily with the military leaders who had grown up in the Napoleonic era; economically he shared the rights and interests with the bourgeoisie, but politically it was monopolized by a very narrow circle. The only remnants of the old nobles at Versailles in this era.

They thought it was a solid arrangement that would keep the "good old days" going, but in a world that had changed, it was doomed to fail.

So historically, the Restoration Dynasty only lasted for a short period of fifteen years. In 1830, it was overthrown by the French people with a new revolution. The Bourbon Dynasty was officially ended and replaced by a more enlightened and politically flexible The family of Orleans is an offshoot of the royal family.

Although the current world line has been different because of Aegron's actions, judging from various signs, the general trend of history has not changed. The rule of this group of old nobles is destined to be reduced to loneliness in the end, and then disappear in history in the long river.

The only difference is who will pick the final fruit of victory - Aegron is naturally one of the ambitious hunters.

"I didn't expect you to see so clearly, even evaluating your own father so objectively." Agron couldn't help but looked at Agnes approvingly.

"You've won the prize, but I'm actually just repeating what my sister said..." Agnes laughed embarrassedly, "When we just returned to China, Alice actually persuaded her father a few times in private, asking him to at least put Be open-minded, interact more with those civilian politicians, and make good ties to let everyone know that my father holds an open-minded stand. However, my father has always rejected her advice, and also reprimanded her not to meddle in her own business... My sister was later disappointed and disappointed. , and then privately told me several times that our good life may not last long, and it will be gone again~"

Aegron blinked, not expecting such twists and turns.

But think about it, Alice's willingness to marry Edgar proves that she really has no insight - if the Duke of Nordrion simply made a smooth sailing and used marriage to win over the Treville family, wouldn't it be another problem? The Bonaparte family made a secret bet here?

However, although the duke acquiesced to this unpleasant marriage for the sake of his reputation, he was arrogant and stubborn and resolutely refused to associate with General Treville. As a result, the general admired his daughter-in-law while disdainful of his in-laws and could not talk about it at all. Go to a political alliance, and wait for giving away a daughter in vain.

Such an emotional and unwise move, isn't it a ridiculous pity?

No wonder these guys can't make a big deal! Aegron sneered in his heart.

"Alice is such a pity, I didn't expect her to have such a brain and insight." Aigron sighed, then looked at Edgar who had been silent next to him, "It's your luck to be able to marry her. , Edgar."

"Of course, of course." Edgar replied with a smirk as he took a sip of wine.

To be honest, he naturally sees his wife's knowledge and brains, and being able to get such attention from his father also shows that Alice is indeed extraordinary... However, for him, these are not the things he cares about the most, he likes It's just Alice's looks and elegance, which he likes in other women as well.

"I can sense Alice's disappointment with your father, or the entire Restoration Dynasty, otherwise she wouldn't have given up her grudges and expressed her loyalty to me so easily." Agron looked at Agnes again, " So Agnes, what do you think? Is it the same as her?"

"The same, but not exactly the same." Agnes gave a confusing answer.

Then, she explained in a low voice, "Actually, I don't care about all of this. You know, I have been in exile with my parents since I was born. After the restoration of the dynasty, I returned to Paris. It's only been ten years now... This city is spectacular. It is prosperous, but for me, there is no emotional bond. So sometimes I am also confused, where is my hometown? It is not in Italy, but it is certainly not in Paris. If my father can always keep the power, it will be natural It's the best, but what if we can't keep it? We didn't survive it back then, and the worst is just repeating it again, so I don't care at all about my sister's anxiety and pain over her father's behavior..."

Well, that is to say, Agnes is a complete flatterer politically and doesn't care what the outcome is...

Well, this is indeed Agnes.

"That's right, a talented person like you will never worry about where to go. I believe that no matter how the times change, no matter where you are, you can live very comfortably." Agron complimented Agnes with a smile. one sentence. "And your character will make you feel at ease."

"Then let me borrow your auspicious words!" Agnes replied with a smile, "I don't think about those troublesome things at all, anyway, no matter how much I think about it, it won't change anything. My biggest wish right now is to wait for Xia Lu for a little while. When I grow up, I teach her swordsmanship, and I hope she can practice from a young age and eventually become a swordsman who can surpass me."

"It's better not to toss the child like that!" Edgar became anxious when he heard it, "I think it's better for my daughter to learn something elegant, I want to teach her to draw, and I have to let her teach her music and dance. , so as not to become a fierce woman, and completely lose the charm of French women."

"What are you talking about? Do you have any opinion on me?" Agnes got angry and glared at her brother-in-law.

"Hahahaha..." Seeing the way the two of them were arguing, Aegron couldn't help laughing again, "I'll be the referee - you can compromise and be responsible for her education at the same time, wouldn't that be everything? Is it perfect? ​​It's just a pain for this child..."

Then, after laughing for a while, he suggested to Agnes again, "Miss Agnes, you must have been suffocated during this time? In two days, I want to go hunting nearby to relax. If you are interested, you can also You can come and see.”