Eagle’s Glory

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Early the next morning, Aigron was woken up by the maid.

After briefly freshening up, he returned to the place where he saw Queen Hortense last night.

"Did you sleep well, my dear Majesty?" She gave Aiglon a happy morning with a smile.

"Sleep very comfortably, madam. You have indeed found a good place to spend your remaining years." He replied with a smile.

He is not just saying polite words casually. In fact, the scenery of this mountain villa is indeed very good-looking from the window of his bedroom, you can see the rolling hills in the distance, and the white spires are shining in the sun. It blends with the white clouds, and downstairs, the small garden is bathed in the warm sunshine, feeling the rare warmth in winter.

"But you don't plan to let me spend my old age in peace—" Queen Otangs spread her hands, looking very depressed, "Oh, who told me to owe your family?"

"I'm sorry to drag you into a new vortex because of my actions." Aigron could only apologize to her, "But you will have a very brilliant old age, I promise."

"I hope so, my child, what can I say now? May God bless you." Queen Ortense sighed again.

Then, she continued, "I will take you out of here as soon as it gets dark tonight. God knows if the Swiss government has received the news now. Even if it hasn't, it will be soon... If we don't hurry up, maybe tomorrow There is a group of people blocking here.”

Of course Aigron obeyed Hortense's arrangement.

He came to the living room and finished breakfast with his two cousins ​​and Chanel.

While they were eating, Queen Hortense left the villa in a hurry, seemingly arranging a hiding place for them.

"Does Queen Hortense know anyone here?" Aigron asked his cousins ​​after eating.

Louis looked at his brother Charlie.

"He grew up living with my mother. If you have anything, just ask him."

"In order to avoid being involved in boring disputes, my mother has been living in reclusive life here, and she rarely interacts with outsiders, and even rarely sees guests." Charlie replied briefly, "However, she has been discharged from the army with a few people here. We have contact with veterans and often provide them with money.”

"Oh? That's it." Aigron probably understood something in his heart.

Switzerland was once a vassal state during the heyday of Napoleon's empire. One of Napoleon's titles was "the arbiter of the Swiss Confederation". Napoleon attached great importance to Switzerland and used it as a strategic base for military operations against the Anti-French Alliance. He also absorbed many The Swiss fight for themselves.

Like other places, Switzerland complains about the rule of the empire, and most ordinary people don't have a good impression of Napoleon. If you want to find your supporters here, you can probably only look for those who have served in the imperial army. Look for it from the veterans.

"Your Majesty, most Swiss people don't like us." As if he could see what Aiglon was thinking, Charlie whispered to him, "The emperor was very harsh on the Swiss when he was alive, and the French army's military discipline here was also very harsh. No, many robberies and massacres have been carried out here, and Bern’s treasury was once ransacked... Although Switzerland did not declare war on the Empire until the end due to the principle of neutrality, in 1815 they were actually cooperating with the Austrians against France. Attacked."

When talking about this, the hall fell into awkward silence, and no one knew what to say.

"What's the point of talking about these old things? Isn't that what war is all about?" After a moment, Louis said dissatisfiedly, "We don't care whether the Swiss like us or not. As long as His Majesty returns to France, they are not Do you have to tremble and kneel in front of us?"

"I'm not complaining on behalf of the Swiss." Charlie shook his head gently, "I just want to remind His Majesty,

Don't be too public in Switzerland. Although they will not try their best to hunt you down, you have no sympathizers here. Once you fall into the hands of the Swiss government, you will definitely be deported and then fall into the hands of the French or Austrian government. In the hands——"

"Thank you for reminding me, I understand." Aigron replied expressionlessly.

He had long known that the Swiss could not be too friendly to him - but now, how many places in Europe are suitable for him to stay temporarily? Relatively speaking, the environment in Switzerland is considered relaxed.

"I will not cause any trouble to the Swiss government, and Switzerland is inland, so it is really not convenient for us to do our best." Aigron then replied, "I have decided that once I take care of the affairs here, at the same time, the external The hustle and bustle has calmed down for the time being, so I will leave Switzerland and go to a place where we can act more freely——"

"Where to go?" Charlie asked.

"Go to the Mediterranean." Aiglon replied immediately, "There are still large areas there that are lawless lands that are not ruled by any country. We only need to occupy one or two small islands to settle down. Next, I will save money and recruit people. Then make the next step.”

The two brothers Charlie and Louis looked at each other, then nodded slightly.

"Okay, then we will act according to your wishes." Louis bowed his head and agreed with Aigron's opinion.

The expressions of the two brothers were a bit complicated. On the one hand, they were very happy that their cousin was so calm, pragmatic and quick-minded; but on the other hand, he was too smart and it went against the original intentions of the two brothers.

Their original plan was to get this young man, and then use him as a banner to revive the empire, so that supporters of the Bonaparte family could gather under their control.

However, they did not expect that "Your Majesty", who is not yet sixteen years old, is as keen and ambitious as them... Does this mean that the original intentions of the two brothers have been shattered?

However, no matter what, now is not the time to consider this issue. At least everyone's safety must be guaranteed first.

At noon, Queen Hortense returned quietly.

She found Aigron and said, "Aiglon, everything goes well. I have made arrangements for you. There is a place that can take you in and probably guarantee your safety."

"Thank you so much, madam!" Aigron breathed a sigh of relief, and then solemnly kissed the back of her hand, "I will never forget the help you gave me!"

"Then, Your Majesty, can you grant me a wish?" Queen Otangsi asked with a smile.

"You just say, as long as I can do it, I will definitely do it." Aigron immediately confirmed it.

"Reviving the empire is great, but in my opinion, the personal happiness of you and my sons is equally or even more important. I implore you to put your own life first. If the situation is really desperate, give up as soon as possible..." Ao Tang Queen Silk stopped smiling, and then hugged him gently, "It's good to leave your precious years to the people who care about you. There is no need to waste it on a dream for which you have no obligations."

"I know, thank you for reminding me." Aigron replied with a smile.

He did know, but it was impossible for him to listen.

As night fell, strong winds began to sweep across this mountain town, and the sky began to snow again. A carriage took advantage of the darkness to quietly drive out of the Arennan villa, and then ran wildly on the snowy road.

With the help of the dim light of the lantern, the carriage galloped along the remote country road. After an unknown period of time, it finally came to an inconspicuous farm.

Aigron and his two cousins ​​stepped out of the carriage at the stables, where they were greeted by the owner of the farm.

The farmer was a tall man, about forty years old, and he wore a brown linen coat, but it always looked baggy, and he was almost indistinguishable from a farmer's dress.

But after seeing the young man, he suddenly stood at attention and greeted the young man with military etiquette.

After Aigron was shocked, he immediately paid tribute to him.

"This is Second Lieutenant Favre, a former Swiss military officer." Queen Otangs explained to him next to him, "The emperor forced Switzerland to sign a military alliance treaty, requiring them to provide four infantry regiments to fight for the empire. , Lieutenant Favre is one of them, and he is very proud of this period of his career."

"Second Lieutenant Favre, thank you for taking the risk to take me in." Aigron immediately thanked the other party.

"This is what I should do, Your Majesty..." The second lieutenant looked at the young man in front of him with excitement, "I used to be proud of your father, but unfortunately my ability is limited and I cannot save the empire, but now I finally have a This opportunity has come to erase my regrets, this is my honor."

After a pause, he looked at Queen Otangs again, "After returning to Switzerland, I had to change my name and surname to live here because of serving the empire before, and my savings were also spent in this upheaval. That’s all, it’s Her Majesty the Queen who subsidized me, allowing me to have everything I have now, including my family... So even if I want to repay my kindness, I will carry out Her Majesty’s order to protect your safety, don’t worry... I will do everything in my power to protect you.”

"Lieutenant, I believe you." Queen Ortense said with a smile.

Then she urged, "Okay, take Your Majesty to the hiding place quickly. The smell in the stable is really unpleasant."

"Okay," the ensign immediately led them out of the stable and braved the wind and snow to the barn.

Then, under the watchful eyes of everyone, he moved away the sack containing potatoes, then pushed open the baffle, revealing the steps leading diagonally downwards.

They walked down the steps and found that there was a lot of space underneath, and there was even a vent in a hidden place.

The underground space is divided into several small compartments, which are actually quite clean and equipped with quilts and other daily necessities.

This could never have been prepared in a hurry.

"Is this the hiding place you prepared before?" Aiglon seemed to understand something, and then looked at Queen Ortense and asked.

"Yes, but it was prepared a long time ago..." Queen Otangsi seemed to be feeling a little emotional.

Then, she explained to Aigron in detail, "I started preparing when I first came here. At that time, I was already terrified. Even though I was hiding in such a peaceful place, I was afraid that someone would come to seek revenge on me... …”

Then she smiled wryly, "So I helped the second lieutenant buy this place. On the one hand, I will house them, and on the other hand, I will keep it as a hiding place at any time. But in hindsight, it turns out that my worries were unnecessary. After Napoleon was exiled, No one will be bored enough to deal with me anymore, I don’t have that value... until I saw you, I remembered this place again, so I came here today to clean up with the second lieutenant.”

There was a bit of emotion and bitterness in Aotangsi's smile, "I thought it was a waste, but now it is finally used. The mystery of fate is really surprising! Should I be sad or happy?"

Aiglon was also a little bit dumbfounded.

Who would have imagined that the painstaking arrangements made by Queen Otangs for the safety of her life in exile would be used by him many years later?

"Opportunities are always reserved for those who are prepared." He can only sigh.

"Okay, I have to say goodbye to you." Queen Ortense waved to the young man, "I think I will soon become the focus of the Swiss government. I will not come here during this period. What's wrong? You can pass the news to me through the second lieutenant."

Then she looked at her two sons again, "Charlie came home with me, and we will act as if nothing happened from now on. Louis, you stay here. Although you may not be on the wanted list, it's best to give him I'll be more careful, don't show up easily during this time, wait until the most dangerous time passes."

"Okay, ma'am." Aigron nodded and agreed, "I am very grateful to you!"

Then, he watched Queen Odance leave with Second Lieutenant Favre.

"Is that person trustworthy?" Louie asked after they were gone.

"I think it should be possible," Charlie whispered suddenly. "The last people who fought bloody battles for Louis XVI were a group of Swiss guards defending the palace, and most of them died... The Swiss are still kind and will not betray their benefactor. I grew up in Switzerland, and I am very fond of them. Have confidence."

"I hope so!" Louis shrugged. "Anyway, we have nothing else to look forward to now."

Aigron didn't speak, but walked around and looked at the environment.

"There are beds, tables, and candlesticks here. It seems to be just the same as Schönbrunn Palace except that it's a little colder." Aigron said to himself. "However, I have to ask the captain to bring some paper and pen. It's time to write a statement. Time waits for no one. The sooner we act, the better."

"Your Majesty, you are really stable." Louis couldn't help but laugh.

"Okay, Your Majesty, I'm going back first." Charlie said goodbye to the young man, "I wish you a pleasant stay in Favre Palace."

This cold joke made the three young people burst into laughter at the same time.

But Chanel felt a little sorry for her master.

"Your Majesty, although the conditions are simple, I will do my best to take care of you, even if it makes you a little more comfortable."

"Thank you." Aiglon nodded, then raised his hand and pointed to the shabby room in front of him, "Then Chanel, I will make you the palace manager, and I will leave everything to you."

After he finished speaking, he couldn't help laughing again.