Eagle’s Glory

"Thank you".

"I don't need any thanks for this." Teresa looked at the young man expectantly, "As long as His Royal Highness can grow up healthily, become a handsome man that people look up to, and get the honor he deserves, I will be satisfied."

"This is not as simple as it sounds, and there will always be a price to pay." Aegron shook his head.

"That's why it's interesting, isn't it?" Teresa still insisted on her own opinion, "In life, you always have to make choices, as long as you recognize your goals, and then go on unswervingly, then you will pay for it. All costs are meaningful and worthwhile."

"That's right." Aegron agreed, then inadvertently smiled again, "But why do these words sound old-fashioned? You are only a teenager."

"Your Highness, isn't that the case with yourself? You are more serious than me when you say my word." Teresa couldn't help laughing, and then sighed again, "Born in our family, it is also a matter of losing the joy of childhood early. The inevitable price."

Then, she looked at Aegron again, "Then let's talk about something that belongs to our age!"

"What do you mean?" Agron was a little surprised.

"Come with me."

Teresa waved her hand lightly, then turned around and took Aegron along the stairs of the living room to the second floor.

After passing through the corridor, Teresa came to a door and opened it.

As soon as the door was opened, the scent of ink mixed with incense came out, and Aigron smelled it immediately. This incense was the same type that Teresa gave him.

The smell made him suddenly refreshed, and then he followed Teresa into the room and found that the room was very large, with rows of bookshelves arranged in it, and all kinds of hardcover books were placed in different categories. on the bookshelf.

"This is our study." Teresa explained in a low voice, and then she pointed to a closed door next to her, "That's my bedroom... I specifically asked for it so that I could wake up my family without waking up. roaming here under the circumstances.”

Aegron glanced around, "There are quite a few books here."

"Yeah, enough for me to watch for a long, long time, to pass the time." Teresa nodded. "If you are bored here, you can also take a look here."

Aigron took a thick hardcover book from the bookshelf and opened it, and found that it was actually the book "The Theory of the Pendulum Clock" by Huygens, a famous French scientist in the 17th century. This book describes the production in detail. The mechanical components and mechanical principles of the pendulum clock, in addition to the text, there are many beautiful illustrations in it, the whole book is worth a lot of money.

He looked again at the bookshelves that were placed everywhere. There were similar hardcover books everywhere. The value of the books alone was a lot of money...

After all, Archduke Karl is the emperor's younger brother, and he inherited the inheritance of Duke Cheshen. Although their family does not like to show off, they can still see the wealth they have in many aspects.

"What kind of book does Your Highness like to read?" Teresa asked suddenly while he was still thinking.

"I'm... I watch a lot of things. As long as it's interesting, I can watch anything. Of course, it's not easy to meet the 'interesting' standard." Aegron replied.

"Then you should have read the works of many writers? After all, you can write it yourself." Teresa asked again.

"That's really seen a lot." Aegron nodded.

"Then whose work is your favorite?" Teresa asked curiously.

"Balzac." Aegron replied without hesitation.

"Balzac? Who is that? I've never heard of this name before." Teresa blinked curiously, "If even His Royal Highness has heard of this name, it stands to reason that he should already be famous... …”

That's natural. At this time, Balzac was still engaged in the publishing industry with the dream of making a fortune. In the following years, he set up a printing factory, a type foundry, etc., but the results were unsuccessful. Instead, he was heavily in debt. It wasn't until the end of his life that he finally paid off those debts.

He wrote so many long stories in his life, and debt pressure must be one of the main reasons...

At this moment, most of his works have not yet come out, and it is even more impossible to be known.

Aegron did not intend to directly respond to Teresa's question, but only confused the past vaguely.

"He's not a well-known writer, and I don't even know how old he is or where he is, and I've only seen his work by chance - I have to say, very talented and awe-inspiring."

Seeing Aegron say this, Teresa became even more curious, but she could see that the boy didn't want to say more, so she stopped asking this question.

"His Royal Highness, I told you last time, I think your writing is very good." She walked to the desk and picked up the manuscript on it, "The characters are vivid and the lines are full of emotion, I am very Love the romantic style."

"Thank you for your compliment, I think I got more motivation from it." Aigron replied with a smile.

Although this was not his goal at first, but when he was praised, his mood would always become a little better.

"Have you thought about sending it to the theater for release?" Teresa suddenly asked again, "It would be a pity to leave it in dust like this, it should be loved by more people."

Agron hesitated for a moment, then decided not to tell her what was going on in private with Sophie, and shook his head slightly.

"I haven't decided what to do now, so... let's just leave it like this. Anyway, with my current situation, it's not easy for me to publicize it everywhere."

Still have to hide from me.

Teresa was a little lost, but this was something she had already expected, so she didn't show any traces.

"Your Highness, can you tell me, did you return the script to someone other than me?" Her expression suddenly became serious.

"Why do you ask that?" Aegron was a little puzzled.

"Recently I heard that a theater in Vienna has released a new play, and the response is quite good-" Teresa blinked and continued to look at the young man, "Although I haven't seen it myself, but I heard from the news that , the plot is almost exactly the same as your script, I thought you had already figured out a way to get the script released, Your Highness, didn't it? That's a coincidence..."

Aegron was speechless for a moment, but looked at Teresa suspiciously.

Although Teresa didn't say it explicitly, he understood the overtones—she had obviously guessed what she was doing.

Why did she know the news so quickly? Did someone leak it to her? Or is it really just more well-informed about the city's news?

The most crucial question is, how much does she know and what is she going to do?

In any case, it was boring to play guessing games now, and Aigron could only shrug.

"Well, I'm sorry, Teresa, I'll be honest with you - the script that came out was indeed the one that I managed to get into the theater. You also know that in my situation, it's not the right time to do such a thing, So I did it anonymously... Please keep it a secret for me."

"I see! It seems that I'm worried for nothing." Teresa suddenly realized and nodded, and then showed a gratified smile again, "His Royal Highness seems to be unwilling to be unknown, this is really touching... Too bad I didn't help."

After a pause, she asked again, "Are you going to keep performing your work in that theater?"

"Yeah, if conditions permit." Aegron nodded.

"Then, do you mind if I become a regular audience there too?" Teresa asked carefully, "I'd love to see how your script will look when it's put on the stage, I can book a box there, every time I have you Just go and see the program preview."

"Can I still limit your freedom?" Aegron was a little frustrated, but on the surface he could only cheer himself up. "You can go at any time if you want, but I hope you will keep your clothes simple and don't disturb other people."

It's not that he resents Teresa, but as far as his plan is concerned, the less relevant factors, the better, and the fewer people who get in the way, the better. If Teresa suddenly gets involved, he doesn't know what will happen. influence.

Although he didn't think that Teresa had any hostility towards him, if Teresa knew his true intentions, would she help him, or at least acquiesce to him?

He didn't dare to count on it.

Teresa saw the boy's frustration, so she remained silent for a while.

She didn't ask how he did it all, in fact she avoided the name Sophie altogether so as not to irritate him.

She only needs to achieve her goals - as long as His Royal Highness accepts her presence in the most important part of his life, then everything will be easy, and everything needs a beginning.

But this does not mean that she is not angry, in fact she is very angry, this should be the treatment she should enjoy, but it was stolen by Sophie inexplicably. .

The depression of the young man also proved how reluctant he was to give up the time he spent with Sophie.

Thinking of this, her heart also felt a little painful.

The inexplicable frustration caused her to bow her head in frustration, and finally regained her spirits.

"Your Highness, is it in your heart that I'm still someone who likes to put on a show?" She replied in a joking tone, "Don't worry, I will come and go like a ghost, and I won't cause any trouble to anyone. I just ...just wanted to witness what you might not have been able to see and write to tell you."

After she finished speaking, she invited Aegron to continue inside, then bypassed a screen, opened the door, and took him to the balcony.

There are a few seats on the balcony and the view is very good with a view into the distance.

It was the afternoon, and the light was very good and sufficient. Looking around, the green of the grass mixed with the leaves of various colors, it was as colorful as an oil painting.

"When I have free time, I will read books here, and if I get tired, I will look at the distant scenery and rest." Theresa smiled and introduced to him, "Especially when the weather is suitable. Your Highness, please take a seat. —"

After she finished speaking, she sat down with Aegron, and the two sat side by side, watching the scenery while the wind was blowing.

"It's really comfortable, isn't it?" Teresa asked with a smile after a while.

"This is indeed a rare life enjoyment." Aigron replied, "Sometimes I am quite envious of you."

"If you are envious, you can do it too." Teresa closed her eyes slightly, "The door here is open for you at any time, and mother will be very happy to receive you."

Aigron did not doubt Teresa's words. There was no doubt that he had become a distinguished guest of the Duke Karl's family.

Life here is really comfortable and warm.

However, this is not what he really wants.

He reminded himself once again that he was only approaching this family in order to improve his treatment with the help of Archduke Karl - in fact, he had already obtained these.

"Teresa, I am very grateful for your warm hospitality to me, but unfortunately I have no way to return it now. After all, I live in the palace, and it is not under my control." He couldn't help feeling, "If I have a future The real home, then I'll treat you twice as much."

But what I want is to be in that real home. Teresa thought.

"This wish can be realized very easily - if you are willing, you can also buy a piece of land near here in the future, and be neighbors with your parents, isn't it good?" She replied with a smile, "or, directly with Say it, and they'll gladly give you a plot from here—"

Teresa's words were almost made clear, and Aigron suddenly didn't know how to interface.

"What, are you excited?" Teresa asked with a smile.

"Metternich wouldn't be happy to see it." Aigron made an excuse.

"Metternich can't take care of our family's affairs," Teresa replied nonchalantly. "No matter how tyrannical he is, he can't do anything to us, right? Besides, Aigron, you are not a prisoner, can he still You are not allowed to buy a family business for yourself? He can't keep you in the palace all the time, can he?"

"It's not that simple..." Aegron could only smile bitterly and continued to decline, "I'm a very useful **** to him, and he won't be willing to let go easily."

"Of course I know this, everyone has their own time, especially His Highness." Teresa also smiled bitterly, "But there are different ways to use chess pieces, right? I think for people like His Royal Highness, it is worse than Tough, it is better to be probation, and Dad will agree."

"Your father didn't behave like this. Although we've only met a few times, he scolded me louder than Metternich." Agron shrugged.

"Dad is used to treating his family members, especially boys, in the way of the military... But don't get me wrong, he already loves you very much." Teresa replied with a smile, "It's you who didn't show any mercy just now. "

"You shouldn't hold grudges about this, it's obviously your father who asked me! I had no choice but to." Aegron protested.

"It's okay, I'm joking, don't be nervous." Teresa reached out and stroked Aigron's face, then blinked and replied, "His Royal Highness, I've been looking at you just now... You're so handsome. , if it weren't for your opponent being my father, I would have applauded you long ago."

When she swept her fingers across his face, Aegron's heartbeat suddenly accelerated.

And Teresa's eyes have undoubtedly revealed her intentions.

"His Royal Highness, I will tell my father later, since the empire wants to win over you, it is only right to give you a place." Teresa's eyes were a little hazy, "And now, sit with me for a while, Aegron, this is our time..."