War Palace and Knee Pillow, Austria’s Destiny

Today, Franz II was in a very happy mood and almost jumped up.

Under the clever operation of Prince Metternich, the property of the Elthazy family in Austria did not enter the state treasury, but went to the personal name of Francis II.

Franz II once visited the palace of the Elthazy family. It can be described as magnificent. Although it is not as good as the palace, it is better than any royal manor.

Although the works of art in the palace were taken away, the three thousand barrels of wine in the underground wine cellar of the manor could not be taken away.

The deacon who was sent to take over the property selected one hundred barrels and sent them to Vienna, where they were then given to the princes and nobles of Vienna by Francis II.

Franz II intended to leave the Elthazy family property to his grandson Franz Joseph.

After all, he is very aware of the economic situation of the Austrian Empire. The debts of the Austrian Empire may not be repaid in his lifetime.

I am afraid that when Franz Joseph comes to the throne, Austria's debt will still exist.

Although a true man cannot live without power for a day, it is not easy for an emperor to live without money.

The property of the Elthazy family was left to Franz Joseph in the hope that it could be used for emergency purposes in times of crisis.

At this time, Franz II still had something in his hand, and he had not yet decided whether to give it to his grandson.

Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace, Children's Room.

Franz Joseph wore a special light cavalry uniform today and was so happy to see Franz II entering the door.

Franz Joseph knew that the old emperor would definitely share his joy, although he had long known from the newspapers that the German Customs Union had agreed to accept the Austrian Empire.

But Franz Joseph still planned to pretend not to know. After all, after the Congress of Vienna, Austria had almost no diplomatic victories, which made the old emperor happy.

When Franz II entered the door and saw Franz Joseph in military uniform, he immediately stopped, stood up straight, raised his hand and saluted, and said.

"Hello, soldier."

Franz Joseph also immediately stood upright with a snap and shouted.

"Long live the Emperor!"

Franz II picked up his grandchildren, and the old one and the young one laughed together.

The old emperor always felt very comfortable spending time with his grandson.

Looking at the little boy in front of him, he seemed to see the future of the Austrian Empire. But he really didn't have the courage to challenge the rules set by his ancestors, and he didn't want his young grandson to shoulder the entire empire.

"He should have a happy childhood." Franz II said to himself.

Perhaps realizing his gaffe, Franz II suddenly smiled mysteriously.

"Grandson, grandpa has a treasure in his hand. Guess what it is? If you guess it right, I'll give it to you."

In fact, when Franz II first entered the door, Franz Joseph found an envelope in his hand.

Considering recent events, this envelope contains either the good news from the front about successfully joining the German Customs Union, or Prince Elthazy's deposit of three million florins.

According to Franz's estimation, it is more likely to be deposit notes.

But what can Franz do with the money now? Buy candy?

So he replied, "Yes."

Franz II took out the envelope from his back, handed it to Franz, and said.

"You answered correctly. You should keep this envelope until you grow up before opening it."

Franz Joseph looked at the envelope with some confusion. It was indeed mailed from Rothschild Bank. It was a deposit note.

But Franz didn't understand why the old emperor wanted to give this money to a child like himself.

But he knew that the old emperor hoped that Franz could keep the money.

Franz immediately ran to his "treasure box" with the envelope, threw the envelope in, and locked it with a lock.

Franz II nodded happily when he saw this, then played with his grandson for a while and left.

At the end of the corridor, Francis II began to talk to himself again.

"Forgive grandpa for being timid and cowardly. I hope this money can compensate you."

Franz was a little confused. He didn't know what to do with the money. Three million florins seems to be enough as a starting capital, but I don't know when I can start my plan.

Giving this money to Mrs. Sophie seems to be a good choice, and maybe you can get a good income.

But if Mrs. Sophie’s investment fails, wouldn’t she also suffer?

Perhaps, there is another way.

Night, Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace.

Franz stared at the latest world map, lost in thought.

Central America, South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the wild Australia at this time are all territories that can be expanded.

It's just that Franz is too young to participate in political affairs.

On the other hand, the Austrian navy is really in a hurry, and even if it has the idea, it does not have the ability.

While Franz was still thinking, Madame Sophie walked in.

"Franz, stop scribbling on the map all the time."

After being lectured by Mrs. Sophie, Franz started today's story time.

"When it comes to major events in the world, if we are separated for a long time, we will unite, and if we are together for a long time, we will be divided. Let's talk about Prime Minister Cao entering Wancheng."

An hour later.

Franz, who was already very sleepy, looked at Mrs. Sophie who was listening attentively.

Franz sighed to himself, "I feel so sleepy and want to sleep. Why is my mother so energetic today?"

But this was definitely not the way to go, so Franz suddenly had an idea, picked up the exquisitely packaged Bible next to him, smashed it on the table, and shouted, "Foretell what will happen in the future, and listen to the next chapter."

Mrs. Sophie looked a little unfinished and sighed, "Prime Minister Cao, you are such a good man."

"What a blessing." Franz couldn't help complaining in his mind.

"What a magnificent love."

"Where is the love? This kind of greedy mentality is not advisable. Mother, your thoughts are very dangerous." Franz couldn't help but continue to complain in his heart.

"Who told you this love story? Is it Thalia? Bohemians are always so open-minded." Mrs. Sophie added, "But you are still so young, and she dares to do this. If you are older, Older, I really don’t know what this woman will do.”

"." Franz was a little helpless. It took him more than half a year to realize that something was wrong.

But it’s great that Mrs. Sophie can automatically think of Thalia as the governess.

At the very least, Franz doesn't have to explain anything now.

As for whether Talia would probably have her wages deducted, Franz didn't think much about it and just nodded.

Anyway, there is nothing wrong with throwing all the blame to this Bohemian.

Because of her inherent pride and prejudice, Thalia, as the daughter of a small Bohemian noble, secretly completed her university studies without telling her family.

You must know that in this era, people who can complete college studies can already be regarded as social elites.

In 1834, there were only 7,191 students enrolled in all Austrian universities combined.

But the result was shocking, and Talia was kicked out by his father.

Desperate, she became Franz's tutor by chance.

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