Flowers, Swords and France

"I follow your instructions, sir." With a soft smile, Mary bowed lightly to Charles.

But Charles didn't feel elated because of her acting like this. Instead, he looked at her strangely.

He found that she was deliberately avoiding the issue of the confrontation with Fran just now - yes, he could see clearly just now that the two of them were confronting each other, even if they were trying to hide it.

He felt that his assistant was not as frank as he appeared verbally, and there must be some secret hidden in his heart that he had not told him.

Did they quarrel again?

It wouldn't be surprising if they really quarreled. Didn't they already quarrel once before? Fran also scratched her face... Fortunately, she chose to settle the matter, otherwise she would have caused a big mess.

Judging from their performance now, this dispute may not be over yet. The rift between them still exists, but there is no reconciliation.

But...since neither of them had the intention to reveal anything, he didn't want to get to the bottom of it. After all, he had no interest in getting involved in the quarrel between the girls.

Forget it, who doesn’t have some secrets in their hearts?

"By the way, I have something else to tell you." He stretched out his hand and helped Mary up.

"Please do as you wish, sir."

"The current situation is very chaotic recently, and the whole country is unstable." He stared at Mary's face and said very seriously, "Especially during the period before I got married, anything could happen. You'd better You have to be careful..."

Although this sentence seemed to be telling her to act solemnly, Mary quickly understood Ciel's hint.

In other words, will things stabilize after he gets married?

This is not meant. What big thing is going to happen recently?

Mary was suddenly shocked.

Yes, what is supposed to come will always come. How could the supporters of the Bonaparte family not seek to eliminate their opponents once and for all after gaining the upper hand?

"I understand. Sir, thank you." Mary looked at him solemnly, indicating that she understood Charles's hint. "I sincerely hope that you can help the president defeat all opponents and save the country from chaos. ”

"I will, thank you." Charles smiled and nodded, obviously very happy that Mary was so shrewd, "There are some things that it is not convenient for me to say or do. Thanks to your help... But I can tell you, Mary, soon no one will be able to stop us. I said I would reward your loyalty and diligence... and when that time comes, you will find that I never lied to you."

Charles told Mary in a rather obscure way that his party was preparing to take advantage of the good opportunity to launch a coup in the near future that would knock down all opposition.

Although he did trust Mary, he still could not reveal this vital information to her. I can only give a relatively broad hint.

However, even though he spoke so cryptically, there was still a hint of smugness in his tone.

"After all these years of chaos, the country is tired of bickering. It just wants peace and prosperity. And only the President, and we who are already loyal to the President, can give it what the country needs. . Now... it is time for us to comply with the voice of the people and safeguard the stability of the country. No one will make any resistance in the face of the common aspirations of the people."

As he spoke, Ciel's tone couldn't help but become a little passionate - he really wanted to tell someone about this feeling of pride.

This coup. It was prepared under his leadership. Even the executors were carefully selected by him. It will definitely be a masterpiece under his leadership. Even though he couldn't express it to others, he still wanted to talk to someone he could trust about his pride.

Mary said nothing, quietly listening to Ciel's declaration of victory in advance.

Although she looked very calm on the outside, she was a little turbulent on the inside.

This young man combines outstanding talents with resolute and decisive action. With incomparable courage, he and his comrades will hold the country's highest power in their arms.

She had no doubt that this man could win with his cohorts and was on the verge of becoming one of the most powerful men in the country. And when the time comes, he will definitely be more powerful and more famous than he is now - and those who are loyal to him and serve him will definitely get the rewards they want and have the power they dream of, even if it is hindered by their status. I can only remain unknown, but I will be able to sit on an equal footing with those arrogant and conceited friends.

She was secretly glad that she had chosen the right benefactor for herself. Even if she paid so much, it was still worth it in the end.

"Where are you talking about, sir? You have always given me selfless help. I only regret that I am not talented enough and unable to repay it all..." She bowed down again, with that kind of joy on her face. A smile mixed with relief, "It is an unforgettable honor for me to be able to contribute to your career."

"You are always able to say things that make me extremely happy...haha." Charles couldn't help laughing. "I hope you will do what you say you will do, and I will rely on you as always."

"I will, sir...and I will do more than you can imagine," Mary whispered back. "In order to protect your position, I will do my best, even if I cannot get the gratitude of others."

You will definitely not believe who I am fighting to protect your interests... With a sense of self-satisfaction and a secret sarcasm, Mary raised the corners of her mouth slightly and made a slight smile. Weird smile.

"What?" Charles was a little confused.

"It's nothing, I just mentioned it casually." Mary immediately cut off the topic to avoid making Charles suspicious, "I just want to tell you that for me, what you need to worry about is what I need to worry about. Things. I will try my best to help you solve your problems..."

"You two seem to be having a good time chatting..." At this moment. Ciel suddenly heard the ridicule coming from not far away, and he looked back. He found that his grandfather was looking at him with a half-smile. It seems that he has rested enough and is ready to go back to his room to rest.

Embarrassed, he took a step back slightly in order to regain the distance between him and Mary that had unknowingly narrowed.

"Oh, don't be formal, young man, I won't make irresponsible remarks to you." Perhaps because of the happy conversation he had with his brother just now, Marquis Treville looked very happy and waved to Charles and the others. "What were you talking about just now? I think you had a good time talking?"

Under the old man's thoughtful gaze, Ciel's embarrassment unknowingly deepened.

He looked at his grandfather, then turned his gaze to look at Mary. Suddenly, he felt that the atmosphere had become a little confusing and he didn't know how to deal with it.

Wasn't it because of the old man's deliberate instigation that he slept with Mary?

"Well... we didn't talk about anything..." he replied uneasily, fearing that grandpa would have some strange thoughts at this time, "we just talked about some common topics, nothing strange. Well, there is no time. It's early. You should go and rest first, I'm a little tired too..."

"Are you tired so early? This is not good. I have been busy all day and I still don't feel tired..." The old man's smile became even weirder, and it looked like he was teasing. "Young man, shouldn't you be more energetic? Mademoiselle de Leolan doesn't like to be perfunctory..."

These words are a bit strange no matter how you look at them in this context.

Ciel blushed slightly. But Mary looked normal, as if she didn't hear anything.

Just now, he confirmed for his grandson in front of Charlotte. Are you really okay with making such a joke about your grandson? Ciel couldn't help but complain a little in his heart.

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"Okay. I just have something to tell you two." The old man's expression became serious again, and then he made a gentle gesture, "Come, come to my bedroom first."

The two people obeyed the old man's arrangement and came to his bedroom together.

"Grandpa, tell me, what's the matter?" Charles asked quickly after the old man sat down.

"Actually, it's nothing, it's just about the arrangements for this young lady." Marquis Treville pointed at Mary. "Charles, you are getting married, and you have to make some arrangements for the future - especially Mary."

Charles then realized that he, like Mary, was worried that Charlotte would be dissatisfied with Mary's existence after she got married.

"No...you don't have to worry about this. I just told Mary that no matter how Charlotte feels about her, as long as she continues to serve our family, I will not abandon her. I am not an ungrateful person. ." He said quickly.

"Of course you can talk big words at this time, but it will be difficult to tell when the real things are coming." The old Marquis shook his head, obviously having some doubts about Charles's words, "You have a soft ear, maybe if Charlotte If you persist, you will change your mind..."

Am I so henpecked in your eyes? Charles was furious.

But he didn’t dare to argue with his grandfather. "Then what are you going to do?"

"The thing is very simple. As long as you are not the one who hires her, Charlotte will have nothing to say." The old Marquis replied calmly, and then he turned to look at Mary, "Ms. de Leoland, I will hire you as my I am a personal secretary with full powers to assist our family... Are you willing to accept my request? The salary is easy to say."

After hearing what the old man said, Mary couldn't help but open her eyes wide and looked at the old man in disbelief.

Is this my reward?

She had always thought that this old guy was ruthless, but she didn't expect that at the critical moment he would be so reasonable, able to realize what she was thinking, and be willing to give a solution.

"Thank you, Your Excellency. I am very willing to accept your kindness. I will use all my ability and will to repay your kindness to me." She lowered her head and once again addressed another member of the Treville family. expressed his allegiance.

"I firmly believe so." The old man smiled and nodded. "I will complete the formal form later. In short, you will be an indispensable member of our family from today on. I hope you can prove your promise with practical actions..."

Then, he winked slightly tiredly and said, "Okay, you all go and have a rest. The night is still very long and there are still many things you can do! Don't waste time with me, an old man..."

Charles knew what his grandfather meant by "a lot of things", but he didn't dare to respond to his grandfather's teasing. He could only nod at him and then slowly left his grandfather's bedroom.

And Mary followed him out, her expression relaxed, looking relieved.

Charles walked towards his bedroom step by step with a lot of thoughts in his mind. It was not until a moment later that he realized that Mary was following him.

"Mary, is there anything else you want to tell me?" he asked curiously.

"According to the order of the Marshal, don't I have to do something pleasant with you?" Mary looked at Charles calmly, "Do you want to go to my room? That would be fine..."

"No, no, no!" Charles shook his head in shock, "You go back to sleep, I can rest alone."

Now he has not yet freed himself from the fear given by Charlotte, like a frightened bird, how dare he think about such things.

"Hahahaha..."

Mary suddenly sneered. Obviously, she knew that Charles would say so, just wanting to see his embarrassed look.

"Well, good night, sir. If you ever change your mind, remember to call me at any time..." (To be continued...)