When Charles walked back to the dining room after Mary, he found his grandfather and sister there.

He suddenly secretly breathed a sigh of relief in his heart.

"Grandpa, I'm here." With a slightly restrained expression, he owed to the Marquis of Treville, "How are you doing?" ”

"What do you ask? I'm so good! Don't bother, you haven't eaten today, have you? Hurry up and sit down and eat something......" Although the Marquis of Treville seemed to be scolding Charles, the excitement in his tone could not be hidden, "What? Isn't this your home? It looks like it's a visitor......"

"Oh...... Good! Charles smiled sheepishly, then stretched and sat down in the seat he usually sat in.

"You came over today, does Charlotte know?" The Marquis of Treville picked up his glass.

"In order to keep her from waiting, I had her informed." Charles replied as he picked up the bottle and poured himself a glass of wine.

"Just let me know! I'm afraid you're still as careless as you did when you were unmarried! The old marquis also breathed a sigh of relief, and then made a toast to Charles, and took a sip of wine. You are now newly married, so try to stay next to your wife, and even if you don't want to stay home at night, you must inform her in advance so that she does not worry. Remember, you must care more about Charlotte, only then can you and Charlotte live well in the first newlywed life......"

The old man's rambling words moved Charles's heart. "Okay, I know that, thanks for the reminder. Grandfather. ”

"Ding!"

At this moment, a crisp sound was suddenly heard.

Charles looked over reflexively. Then it turned out that it was the sound of Fran drinking the soup silently when the silver spoon hit the disk.

Her face was very pale. His brows were also slightly furrowed, and he only looked at the soup in front of him, his movements were stiff and heavy, obviously using this to vent his anger.

Charles felt a pain in his heart, and quickly looked away.

His sister looked so thin that he felt a little distressed, but he didn't know what to say.

At this time, he suddenly felt that not only his sister, but also his grandfather's attitude was a little strange—although he was smiling, his expression always seemed a little unnaturally stiff. There are also green tendons on the sideburns, as if they have just lost their temper.

Could it be that they had a fight just now?

The thought crossed Charles' mind.

Then, he glanced around the restaurant again, feeling that he had been in a restaurant for more than twenty years, and there was a strange strangeness at this time.

Grandpa and sister, who have always had a very good relationship, can understand why they are arguing even if they don't need to dig deeper.

A harmonious family has become what it is now...... It's really a little frustrating.

"Charles. How are you doing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs now? Marquis Treville looked at Charles with some concern, "If the people in the government are all old slippery heads, those people in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are all slippery heads, you can be careful!" None of them can be conceited. Can you say 10,000 good words without frowning, and then wait behind your back to stab you with a knife! You must never listen to anyone's rhetoric there, or you'll be in trouble. You will find yourself unable to accomplish anything! If you want to make a career there, you'll have to learn to listen to every word they say. Just do your own thing......"

Perhaps because Talleyrand had made too much of an impression on the old man during the Imperial era, the Marquis of Tréville had a deep-seated suspicion and distrust of the diplomatic community. I always think that these people are a bunch of scheming conspirators - of course, this is not without reason.

"I will, Grandpa. Do you still have to worry that I won't be able to deal with people? ”

Charles replied with a smile as he began to clean up the meal that the servant had just brought him with his knife and fork, and then continued in a vague tone, "The Marquis of Turgo is very afraid of me, for fear that I will encroach on his rights, so he keeps telling me how much he thinks of me...... Of course, his rhetoric was of no use to me, and I made it clear to him that when I came back from England, I would be involved in the actual work, rather than sitting next to him as a mere ornament. ”

"Oh! Good job! That's it! The old marquis tapped lightly on the table, "And what is he going to use to satisfy you?" ”

"In order not to break his heart, I have now asked him only for Oriental affairs, whether in the Near East or the Far East. European affairs are still in his care - I will only watch and study...... " Charles replied word for word, "and the minister was not offended by my request, and he was quick to agree with me. ”

The old man raised his head slightly and looked at his grandson with surprise on his face.

"Wonderful! He actually agreed? That's great! The old man picked up the glass again and drank it down, "Haha...... He must have thought he was lucky, right? Hahahaha......"

At a time when Louis-Bonaparte was moved by Charles and Marshal Tréville, among others, to seek an opportunity to fight Russia on the Black Sea coast, the Near East would soon become one of the centers of French diplomacy, and even European affairs would be eclipsed. At that time, it is clear that those in charge of this will also be the dominant force in the foreign policy of France as a whole. The Marquis of Turgo, who did not know the inside story, thought that Charles was humble, but in fact he had inadvertently robbed him of the place where he was most likely to make a great career - as for Far Eastern affairs, the Marquis of Treville was equally uninterested in it, and felt that his grandson was just a deliberate addition to it in order to hide people's eyes.

"In that case, Charles, then I'm relieved." After a few moments, the old marquis finally recovered from his joy, "You have finally got the most important thing in your hands!" But...... In fact, it should be so, but is there anyone better than you to be able to take on such a heavy responsibility? If someone else is in charge, I won't be at ease......"

Because of the presence of others, the old Marquis was no longer more explicit—even if Fran was his own family, and Mary could be trusted. The Marquis of Treville was still careful not to reveal the most important secrets—but the joy in his heart was revealed.

This joy. finally diluted the haze in his heart just now.

"Well, then you can go and enjoy a pleasant trip to the UK. When others get married, they take their brides on trips, but what about you? Tied to the country by so many official affairs! You should have a good rest...... "Because he was in a good mood, the tone of the old marquis was also very serious, "Oh, I'm afraid the queen will be unhappy then, because you and Charlotte are so outstanding, and you have stolen the limelight from her daughter!" ”

"Well...... Charles, too, joked with him, "I'll try to keep a low profile with Charlotte when the time comes." so as not to cause her displeasure. ”

"Haha!" The old man laughed, "Marrying a boring Prussian, this princess will have something to do with it!" ”

Historically, this princess has indeed been unlucky.

Although her husband Frederick had a very good relationship with her, because her father William lived too long, he could only be the crown prince and could not hold the highest power. When William died, Frederick suddenly fell into a violent illness and died of cancer after only 88 days as emperor.

And her eldest son, Wilhelm II, who inherited the throne. But he was a disability, born with atrophy of his left arm. When he grew up, he became a rebellious young man in the truest sense of the word, and he was against his mother in almost everything. In the end, he launched a world war against the Entente, which almost brought down the entire British Empire.

Of course, on this historical line. Maybe a qiē will be different......

"That's right, speaking of which. Charles, after meeting the Queen. Of course, you have to be polite, but don't grovel......" While Charles was still in reverie, the old marquis continued to speak, "Are the people of our family worse than the queen?" Didn't her ancestors fight on the German battlefield just like our ancestors? George II was almost killed by our ancestors' men! It's only because of good luck that this group of Hanoverians can occupy the throne of England, there is nothing to be afraid of, if the queen puts up a fight with you, you don't care! ”

[Queen Victoria was born in the royal family of Hanover, and her ancestor was the Elector of Hanover. Because Augustus, the Elector of Hanover, married Sophia, the granddaughter of King James I of England, after the death of Queen Anne of the Stuart royal family without an heir, he inherited the British throne by virtue of this in-law relationship, and the emperor was George I.

And his son George succeeded to the throne in 1727, called George II, this king was a military lover, fought with France for many years, in 1743, in the War of the Austrian Succession in the Battle of Dettingen commanded the battle against France, in the case of losing his horse, he even commanded the battle with a sword on foot, and finally won the battle at very little cost. 】

"I'm really not afraid of them." Charles nodded, "Actually, I think the prince is more noteworthy than the queen. ”

This prince naturally refers to the royal husband Albert von Saxony Coburg Gotha.

"Prince?" The old marquis frowned, "That person is indeed a person, I heard that the queen listens to his opinions on many things, and the government also respects him very much." Since he can be respected in this way, then he should not be an arrogant and rude person, you can talk to him about things...... If we can, it would be good for us to make some friendships with him. ”

"I'll find a way to deal with him – it's a daunting task, but it's not impossible." Charles nodded again, "Although the Queen is not incompatible under the current system, if she can get the favor of the couple, I think the British government will be more cooperative." ”

The grandfather and grandson discussed and dined at the same time, and time seemed to be reversed.

Only then did Charles realize that he had unconsciously eaten a lot of food, and even his mood became very relaxed.

He finally understood why he had suddenly come over to take a look.

That's what home feels like......

Then, out of the corner of his eye, he looked at Fran again.

Fran still drank the soup in front of her at a constant rhythm, as if she didn't notice anything else.

Although she didn't seem interested, Charles could now sense that she was listening very intently to the conversation between her grandfather and her brother—perhaps. That's what she's been listening to for years.

"From small to large. How much effort it took me to memorize everything you said. I follow your teachings...... I look up to you and desperately want to imitate you and learn from you......"

He suddenly remembered what Fran had said to him during the day's quarrel.

I've got a good student......

How nice would it be if she didn't want to learn?

He sighed inwardly.

Running away is not the way to go, you have to tell her something. After a few moments, he made up his mind.

"Miss Treville, may you hear a few words I have?"

Fran looked up slightly, looking at Charles quizzically.

Charles felt like she wasn't the only one. Even Grandpa and Mary had their eyes on him, as if they were worried about something.

Actually, he didn't want to lose Fran's temper anymore.

Ever since she had nearly fallen to her death and broken herself with that leap, Charles had now begged Fran not to make a fuss, and had long since stopped trying to punish her.

"That's right......" Charles cleared his throat, "you already know, right?" In a few days, I will be going to England with Charlotte. ”

Fran nodded slightly, indicating that she knew.

"Now. Listen to Mary, your injuries are almost healed, right? Charles looked at the other with some hesitation, trying to make his tone appear light-hearted and unreserved, "So." I think you've been restrained enough during this time, and it's time to go out and breathe...... Being stuck at home for a long time is not good for you. How thin have you been? ”

"That is, will you release me from detention?" Fran asked rhetorically.

"Yes. Lifted. Charles nodded, "Still." You need to promise me not to do anything stupid again. ”

"Silly ......" Fran was stunned for a moment, then sneered slightly, "What do you mean?" ”

"You understand."

"I don't understand." Fran replied directly, "If you're referring to something that is bad for you, I didn't plan to do it in the first place, and I don't plan to do it now. If you mean something else...... Do you need to repeat the answer I gave to my grandfather again? ”

Hey, sure enough, they really quarreled about this matter just now.

Judging from the way Grandpa was furious just now, it was obvious how Fran answered.

Charles looked at his sister and felt nothing but chaos in his heart.

There was not much point in continuing to persuade, and he could see that his sister's will was terrifyingly strong, and I am afraid that it could not be moved in a few words.

He glanced at his grandfather again, and found that his face was blue again, obviously not knowing what to do.

What more can I say? Charles felt a pain in his heart.

After a moment, he let out a long sigh.

"Forget it, sir, don't talk about it, thank you for your mercy and giving me back my freedom." Perhaps seeing the bitterness in his heart, Fran's tone softened a lot, "Now that everything has become a foregone conclusion, is there any point in saying anything more?" I will not embarrass you, I will only keep this delusion in my heart, rely on it to support my future life, and pray to God that you will have all the best in the future. And isn't it great that you, of course, can live your life in peace and security without being affected by me at all? Thank God, at least I can live my life in peace. ”

"How old are you, just talk about the ...... of your life" At this time, the Marquis of Treville finally couldn't help but speak, "Child, why are you so stubborn?" Isn't there a better way for you? ”

"That's enough for me, Grandpa." Fran replied very solemnly, obviously having made up her mind, "Since the qiē I want is destined to be unrequited, and the qiē I have done is in vain, then do I have any other choice?" After waking up from my coma, I already figured it out. I'm willing to pay the price for what I've done, and I'm willing to accept the punishment of fate for the love of my own heart, at least - I still have the right to choose to be alone for the rest of my life, don't I? ”

Then, she smiled bitterly again, "Of course, if the two of you feel that it is wrong and that the punishment for me is not enough, then you can also give me another punishment, or simply assign me a husband, I will silently obey the arrangement of fate, after all, I owe you too much, and I should pay a qiē to repay it...... I will never complain about that. ”

"You...... You...... Why do you say that when you know we won't treat you like that? Charles interrupted her impatiently. Don't you understand that we don't want to force you to do anything at all, we just want to make you happier? ”

"That's fine for me." Fran lowered her gaze and replied softly, "You and your new wife are merry to England to be summoned by the Queen - and I, of course, deserve to hide at home and leave everyone unattended, I understand, sir—this is good, it is the result of my fate......"

Because she touched the truth, her tone became more and more heartfelt sadness.

"No, you're going to England too." After not knowing how long he was silent, Charles replied indifferently, "After Charlotte and I set off, you and Mary will also board another ship and go to England together." ”

"Huh?" This sudden remark made everyone else's eyes widen in surprise.

"You ......"

"I said I'm going to give you back your freedom, but—of course it's going to have to go through some investigation, and it would be too uncomfortable for me to surprise me when I'm abroad." Charles seemed to be sarcastic and stern and said, "Besides, it is better to go to a foreign country to relax, than to go elsewhere." So...... What do you think? ”

For people like my brother, at least show weakness first......

Mary...... Your words are indeed useful......

Fran bowed her head.

"I obey your orders, sir." (To be continued......)