Eagle’s Glory

Under the dim candlelight, Egron looked at Edmond Dantès standing in front of him with great excitement.

How could this former sailor, who had been imprisoned for twelve years, lament in despair in the dark dungeon, imagine that he would have such an encounter?

His mind must still be confused and confused.

Having been isolated from the world for more than ten years, it is of course impossible for him to know how big a foundation he would create on the original world line, and how sad and excited he would be to avenge his enemies one by one.

The world has been changed by me—for the first time he faced his "achievement" so intuitively.

He first dug up the treasure on Monte Cristo Island, and then used the power of money to rescue him and the priest in advance, and pulled them onto his chariot. In order to win their hearts, he also made money and promises of honor.

In just a few words, he awarded the title "Count of Monte Cristo" to Edmond Dantès. Although the occasion was not serious, he recognized this account. If his career eventually If he succeeds, he will fulfill his promise and give this poor man everything he promised.

So, please serve me well...I will definitely not treat you badly, he thought to himself secretly.

After a lot of hard work tonight, I feel completely exhausted now.

"Okay, it's already very late. Let's go back and rest first." He looked at Edmond Dantès and then said, "You can bring the priest over at noon tomorrow and treat it as his first official audience. I will give him the respect he deserves - by the way, I will give you the next important task."

Then, he turned to look at Father Faria.

Sure enough, the priest looked exhausted now. He was already in his old age and seriously ill. Of course, his physical strength and energy were far inferior to those of the young man. Maybe he had reached his limit now.

This priest was also a poor man. He was obviously from a well-known family, had a bright future, and held the secret of a huge treasure. However, due to a trick of fate, he ended up in such a situation that he almost lost everything and died in prison in obscurity.

According to the original work, he only had two years left to live. Taking advantage of his death, Edmond Dantès escaped from prison on his own.

However, now that the world line has changed, Father Faria's living environment and mental state will improve greatly. Aigron decided to take care of the priest as much as possible so that he can live for a few more years.

Let this be my compensation...he thought in his mind.

"Goodbye, Father." He nodded, said goodbye to Father Faria, then turned and left the room.

Chanel naturally followed him and closed the door.

Under the dim starlight, Aigron took Chanel and walked along the corridor towards his room.

"Your Majesty, why are you so tolerant to them?" After returning, Chanel, full of doubts, finally couldn't help but ask, "They obviously threatened the safety of the treasure."

"They also have a reason, and I agree with this reason." Aigron replied.

"If what they said is completely true, then I have nothing to say... However, this is just one side of their words. Who can guarantee that their words are true?" Chanel still hesitated, "Your Majesty. , people’s hearts are unpredictable these days, and even the most honest and honest person may lie..."

Logically speaking, Chanel's suspicion is not completely unfounded. She has never met these two people, and it is even more impossible to understand their personalities through a book that does not exist yet. Therefore, she must be confused because of their appearance. He was full of vigilance for what he did after the island.

"Chanel, I am in urgent need of talents right now. I don't have time to thoroughly study a person before using him." Aigron sighed, "In order to achieve my career, I have to take some risks, and I believe that as long as they do it for What I use, they will eventually see the huge benefits in it,

Rather than choose to betray me. "

Now that Aigron has talked about this, Chanel naturally has nothing to say. Although the young man's words did make sense, she still felt a little bit uncomfortable.

"Chanel, in fact, you don't have to worry so much. Father Faria is now paralyzed and it is impossible to escape from our control easily. And Edmond Dantès values ​​friendship and it is impossible for him to abandon the priest and leave, so as long as we control If you live with Father Faria, you won’t be afraid of any accidents.” Aigron suddenly laughed, “Chanel, you will be responsible for watching the priest from now on.”

"Huh?" Chanel was stunned for a while, but she didn't expect the master to give this task suddenly.

"The priest is like a key cog. As long as he plays by our side, I can not only gain his experience and wisdom, but also control Edmond Dantès, so that I can use him with confidence." Aigron Explaining in a low voice, "Now I leave this gear to you for safekeeping, Chanel. Although the conditions on the island are rudimentary, I hope you try to make him live as comfortably as possible and don't let him die..."

Under Aigron's earnest gaze, Chanel finally recovered.

She thought about it, and thought that the young man's words were indeed very reasonable.

"Okay, Your Majesty, I will try my best to take care of him." Chanel agreed, "By the way, keep an eye on him."

"Thank you, Chanel." Aegron stretched out his hand and stroked her cheek with a smile.

Although it was said to be "surveillance" on the surface, in fact, Aigron wanted to let Chanel relax a little.

Chanel has lost her elders and relatives since she was a child. It is impossible to say that she has no regrets in her heart. Although she has poured her feelings into revenge and her own great cause of restoring the country, Egron still hopes that she can get some other things. Spiritual comfort.

With the kindness and charisma of Father Efaria, after Chanel gets along with him more, maybe he can become a good friend and make up for her regrets since childhood.

Of course, this is just his personal expectation, and it doesn't matter even if it doesn't come true.

For him, only when the main goal is achieved can he have the mood and energy to focus on the secondary goal.

"Okay, it's already very late. Let's talk about anything tomorrow." Aigron gestured, "Chanel, you should also have a good rest."

Chanel nodded slightly, then silently helped Aigron change out of his coat and go to bed.

And even after they left, Edmond Dantes could not calm down for a long time.

Tonight's experience was ups and downs, then faded away without a trace, as if it was a dream.

Is this a nightmare, or a good dream? He couldn't tell himself.

Compared to Edmund, the priest was much more calm and he yawned long.

"My child, no matter how much you worry about it now, it won't help you. Let's rest now. We will have an audience with His Majesty tomorrow. You should get your spirits up first, so as not to make a joke."

Edmond Dantès knew that the priest was right, but his heart was racing at the moment, and it was difficult to fall asleep easily.

Thousands of words lingered in his mind, finally converging into one sentence.

"Father, can we really succeed?"

"It's man-made, Edmond." The priest has closed his eyes, muttering to himself as if he was half asleep, "I don't know what's going on in the outside world, so I can't give you an answer if you ask me now." Come out - but, I think he deserves your service.

Anyway, we have nothing more to lose, why not fight once? We have experienced death for more than ten years, and it doesn't matter if we experience death again, it is nothing more than relief; but if we succeed, our names will be recorded in European history. And you can also let your enemies return to hell one by one. Isn't this great? "

Yeah, isn't that great?

The priest's words made Edmond suddenly enlightened.

The words the young man said to him echoed in his ears again.

Since you have lost everything before and now you have an opportunity, why not fight for it? No matter how bad it is, can the life in Chateau If be ruined?

The depression, decadence, hesitation, and fear accumulated over the past few days were swept away without a trace by this sentence.

"Then do it!" He tightened his grip and said loudly to himself.

Then, he just felt comfortable all over, closed his eyes and quickly fell into a deep sleep.

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At noon the next day, according to the agreed time, Edmond Dantès took the priest to see His Majesty, and Aigron quickly asked the maid to bring them in.

When they met again, the young man's demeanor was still so elegant and calm, and there was no trace of last night's conflict. Edmond Dantès still felt vaguely embarrassed. He saluted the young man respectfully to show his expression. own servants.

"Please sit down, both of you." Aigron pointed to the chair.

Edmond Dantès helped the priest to sit down together.

"Miss your hometown, Count of Monte Cristo?" Eggron asked abruptly as soon as he sat down.

"Huh?" Edmond Dantès was stunned for a moment.

On the one hand, he was not used to this address, but more importantly, he did not expect the young man to ask this question.

Didn't he ask me to be a sailor? thought Edmund.

But on the other hand, in an instant, thoughts and concern for his hometown and relatives suddenly flooded his heart, causing tears to flash in his eyes.

He was caught in the Chateau d'If and imprisoned for twelve years, and there was no news of his father and his fiancée. How could anyone not worry about it!

"It seems that there is no need to answer." Seeing Edmond Dantès' reaction, Aigron knew the answer.

Then, his expression became serious. "Then, I want to give you a task that requires you to return to France. You can take a look at your hometown and inquire about the current situation of your family. My request for time is not urgent."

The warmth hidden in these words immediately moved Edmond Dantès.

"What is the specific task?" He asked quickly, vowing in his heart that he must complete it for Aigron.

"I want you to go to Paris, meet with the Marquis of Treville, gain his trust, and urge him to complete his mission." Aigron explained in a low voice, "The Marquis of Treville is an important supporter of mine in France. He Contact me before and guarantee that you can recruit a group of people from the army and veterans to serve me. I need this help very much, so I hope you find the Marquis of Treville and urge him to complete the task as soon as possible, and by the way, when you come back , bring those people to the island of Monte Cristo."

"I understand." Edmond Dantès nodded quickly, and then became a little confused, "But I have just joined your group, why do you want to give me such an important task?"

"Because this task needs to sneak into France and get in touch with the upper class of France without making others suspicious. This is not a task that ordinary people can complete." Aigron shrugged, "It requires wisdom and more demeanor. I and Of course my cousins ​​can do it, but it's too dangerous for us people to go to France now, so I need a new face-and you, no one knows what you look like now, and you have good manners and knowledge, and there is enough My courage and physical strength are enough to complete my mission.”

Then, he added in a low voice, "You can pretend to be an Italian nobleman and use the Count of Monte Cristo as your alias."

Edmond Dantes listened quietly to the young man's explanation.

He felt the young man's trust and importance in him.

He knew that he must not live up to this trust.

"Okay, Your Majesty, I understand." He nodded. "Don't worry, I will do my best to complete the mission you have given me!"

"I believe you can do it." Aigron smiled and nodded.

Then, he suddenly changed the topic, "In addition, I have a task to give you -"

As he spoke, he took out a small bag from the side and handed it to Edmond Dantès.

Edmond took the heavy bag in a daze, and then he opened it and was shocked to find that it was filled with precious gems.

Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, huge pearls and emeralds are all lying here quietly.

"As you can see, this is a small part of the treasure." Aigron said to him with a smile, "My personal estimate is about one million francs, but it will definitely be slaughtered when it is sold on a large scale, so I If you can get about 800,000 yuan, you will be very satisfied, and the rest depends on your own ability."

"Do you want him to take it to Paris and sell it?" At this time, the silent priest suddenly asked.

"Yes, you do have insight." Aigron smiled and nodded at the priest, "Selling so many jewels will definitely bring about price fluctuations, and Paris, only the financiers in Paris are the most capable of eating it." These jewels make it have the least impact on the market, and correspondingly, the discount is the least—Edmond, it depends on your ability, I hope you adapt to the situation and help me turn it into cash and bring it back."

Edmund Tantes suddenly realized.

Yes, if you want to get such a large amount of cash, you have to deal with jewelers and bankers, and Paris is the best place to do this.

No wonder His Majesty puts so much emphasis on demeanor.

"You have to try to establish a long-term sales channel, and I hope that I can also get a lot of cash from Paris jewelry in the future." During his meditation, Aigron continued to say, "This task is really not easy to do, but love Demong, I trust you, show me what you are capable of!"

Edmond Dantès asked in a low voice. "Aren't you going to send someone to keep an eye on me? This is a huge sum of money."

"Why do you want to send someone to watch you? The less people know about this mission, the better." Aigron shook his head with a smile, "Edmond, just spend money, I don't mind, but I hope you can take this To make a name for ourselves in the upper class and find us some friends in the Parisian financial world."

Agron placed full trust in Edmond Dantès.

He knew that Edmond Dantès valued love and righteousness, and would definitely not be the kind of person who would betray his adoptive father for a large sum of money. Since the priest was in his hands, it was impossible for him to abscond with the money.

So he might as well be more generous, which would reflect his trust in Edmund.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Edmond Dantes held the bag tightly and replied in a low voice, "I will never betray your trust."