Flowers, Swords and France

Under Charles's gaze, Baron de Beauvin, who was usually stern and calm even just now, suddenly became furious and scolded his daughter in front of him. His face was a little distorted and his eyes were full of anger. And angry, it's like a different person.

Laura showed her secrets. The crime she had committed secretly had already been known to her father - although she didn't know when the secret was revealed.

Almost instantly, Ciel came to a conclusion.

Obviously, after discovering this situation, the Baron chose to remain silent for a while. When Laura finally gave birth to the child, he took off his original disguise and became furious at his daughter who had just given birth.

This anger may be mixed with anger that Laura only gave birth to a daughter.

Just as Charles was figuring things out, Laura finally figured out what happened.

Laura looked at her furious father, her whole body was trembling and she was sweating coldly. She opened her mouth to speak, but found that she had lost the strength to speak and could not speak out.

Yes, there is no point in saying anything now.

Some time ago, she secretly felt proud of her great achievement of killing her brother, and felt very lucky that she had hidden it from her father. At the same time, because she began to take over her father's affairs, she secretly felt that her father was now showing his age, and she was about to become his successor after all. or.

However, when her father really got angry in front of her, she realized that her father was still so terrifying, like a mountain that she could not overcome no matter how hard she tried, suffocating and frightening.

How will I die? This thought suddenly crossed her mind, and then her mind went blank.

She knew many ways to die, some were horrific, some were unbearable, and in comparison, it would have been better than just dying in childbirth.

She opened her mouth slightly, sobbing and unable to speak, but tears flowed from her eyes and slowly fell onto the pillow. The pain spread across her body again, and her skin became as pale as paper.

After the initial shock and panic, Ciel finally regained his sense and ability to act.

He glanced at the furious father and the daughter who was struck by lightning, knowing in his heart that something was going wrong. If he really didn't do something, Laura would be doomed - she had just given birth to the child. She had bled a lot and her body was severely damaged. She was in urgent need of rest and recovery. If she was really dragged down, she would probably not be able to survive without being rescued and recuperated, even if she was not killed.

No matter what he thought of Laura before, he now doesn't want his daughter to be without her mother as soon as she is born.

He glanced at Laura again, and then grabbed her already cold hand again, using this method to give her the last bit of warmth.

I've done so many terrible things to you before, so now I think I'm worthy of you by sparing you a life.

Then he raised his head and shouted to the doctors and servants beside him. "You all get out of here!"

Before that, the most important thing is to control the situation and not let outsiders know too much.

No one moved, because everyone was at a loss what happened, and they didn't know who Ciel was.

"Get out of here! We have nothing to do with you here now!" Charles waved his other hand heavily, looking murderous, "Come in again when I call you later!"

This time his shouting finally had an effect, and the others understood in their hearts that there were some things they should never know, so they immediately followed Ciel's order and filed out one by one.

The Baron did not stop Charles's sudden move and allowed these people to leave. It was not until they all left that he curled his lips and sneered.

"What do you want to do, Mr. Treville?"

"I...I think you are a little too intense." Charles smiled reluctantly, "Now that Laura has just given birth to a child, she is very weak and needs to rest. If there is anything, we can talk about it later, right?"

"Intense? Why am I so intense? How intense can it be as intense as what she has done?" However, the Baron did not buy his words at all. Instead, he became more and more angry. He pointed at Laura, his hands trembling a little, "You know what she has done, right?! If you know, then don't get in my way here!"

Ciel hesitated again, but finally decided not to back down.

"I know what she did, what happened to Maurice, it's a pity." He spread his hands, looking really regretful, "But hasn't all this happened now... You'd better face reality, I I think you are a realist and can see that now we must turn grief into strength..."

"Damn you! You didn't kill your son, why are you saying such sarcastic words!" Not only did these words not comfort the Baron, but they made him even more angry. "I'm already good enough to you if I don't hold your sister accountable. If I were you, I should go to the corner and congratulate myself on my luck now, instead of talking nonsense in front of me!"

Charles was also surprised at this time. He did not expect that the Baron had already made the matter so clear secretly.

"You...you know everything?" he asked tentatively. "You...how did you find out?"

"Are you speechless?" The Baron glared at Charles and interrupted him, "Do you think I am a fool? Wrong, I am more sane than anyone else, at least much more sane than you! It was only a few days after Maurice died. I became suspicious because Laura's reaction was very strange, not like her usual. Then your sister testified that they were together that night, but I went to investigate. Yes, someone in men's clothing was clearly seen emerging from where they were that night! So... your sister is also a co-culprit! Although I still can't figure out why she helped Laura like this, but I am absolutely certain that she is the co-culprit - and you should have known about this from her, right?"

"Then...then why don't you doubt me?" Charles was speechless for a moment, and could only ask with a wry smile, "Why don't you think that I secretly instigated all of this?"

"Do you think I haven't suspected you before?" The Baron shouted at him again, "But I have observed carefully. If it was really you who did it, you would have made your plan more rigorous and you would have made preparations secretly. ...But I didn’t find that you were prepared for this. It seemed that you were as surprised as I was, so you probably only learned about it after the fact.”

Before Charles could rejoice, the Baron suddenly glared at him again, "But you didn't waste the opportunity. After learning about this incident, you must have coerced Laura and forced her to swallow her anger, right? ! You are a shameless scumbag, but you are not crazy or stupid!"

This judgment was so close to the truth that Charles didn't know what to say. Although the whole story between him and Laura was a little more tortuous, wasn't that essentially the case?

He just felt extremely embarrassed.

"What? Are you afraid of being embarrassed now? Do you still have any face?" The Baron still looked at him mockingly, "Although you did such a hateful thing, it also had an unexpected benefit, making Laura pregnant. Pregnancy, so that I can leave an offspring. I kept Laura alive and hid. I can't bear to say it, just to let her stay with me before I deal with it? Now that she has completed her mission, it's time for her to leave... You are an outsider, and I won't hold you accountable. You should be happy that you are responsible for your sister and don’t provoke me at this time!”

Although the baron's words were already very unpleasant, Charles still did not let go of Laura's hand, because he knew that if he really did nothing, Laura would probably "exit" soon.

"Your Excellency, so many things have happened before. I understand your sadness and pain. There is indeed a reason for venting this pain. And I also understand that there are many things I can't do to you." He reluctantly cheered up. Try to persuade this unscrupulous father, "But, I have always thought that you are a realist, a doer who is enough to serve as a role model for me, visionary, and not troubled by too many principles, so I want to you can Enough to face the reality... What is the reality? The reality is that your son is dead and only one daughter is left. Even though she has done many wrong things, she is now your only adult descendant who can share your burdens. The complicated affairs can also protect you from open and secret attacks from all over the world. Why should you kill her as well? Moreover, if she dies, who will take care of your granddaughter? Wouldn't it be too much to lose her mother at birth? Poor?"

"You don't need to worry about this. Although I am old, I still have good energy. I can live for another twenty or thirty years! It's enough to take care of her!" The baron glanced at the baby in his arms, his eyes softening slightly. One point, "Besides, don't you care about your daughter? I tell you, you still have to write what you should write today, and you can't miss a single copy!"

"No one can tell what's going to happen in the future? Now you say that you can live for decades, and I believe it, but what if something really happens? That's uncertain..." Charles still tried Persuade him, "You are a financier. Of course you know how to be extremely safe in everything you do."

"What? You want to inherit my career after killing my son? Don't even think about it!" The baron's eyes widened, and then he cursed heavily, "Okay, don't talk nonsense to me here, get out first, I She'll come out to you after you've taken care of her."

"No, no, I can't watch you kill my daughter's mother." Charles shook his head. "I still advise you to face reality, otherwise we won't be able to talk about many things in the future."

At this time, he felt Laura's hand tightening - she probably never thought beforehand that at such a time, she would receive such great help from Charles.

"Hey, can't I see that you are still a lover? You are actually threatening me for her?" The Baron was a little surprised, and then he looked at Charles with a mocking look on his face and couldn't help laughing, "Okay, very good, It’s been a long time since anyone threatened me like this, and this makes me excited! I really want to see what you can do to me! Okay, you can try it, and let’s see who needs whom more in the end?”

Then, he seemed to have no patience to talk to Charles anymore, and he was going to ask someone to come in and drag Charles away, and then deal with his daughter.

Is it really time to reach the end of our rope? Charles was stunned for a moment, then turned to look at Laura.

At this time, Laura's eyes were filled with tears, and her tearful eyes were staring at Charles, as if pleading with him not to give up on her.

Okay, let's give it one last try. Ciel finally made up his mind.

"Hahahaha! How ridiculous!" He also laughed like the Baron. This laughter attracted the Baron's attention and prevented him from calling someone immediately.

Charles looked at the Baron with a laugh, as if he was mocking him, "I have always respected you so much in vain. I think you are a person who can be detached from others and always act calmly. It turns out that when things come to an end, you are also a mediocre old man." It’s no different! You want to avenge your son? That’s great, but do you want to die because of it?”

Charles raised his hand and pointed at the baby girl in the Baron's arms, "Look, how weak a child she is? Aren't you afraid that she will die suddenly after a while? If she dies, and Laura is killed by you, If you kill him, won’t you be defeated? Do you want to see such a result?”

I'm sorry, daughter, dad cursed you for your mother... But don't be sad, dad will definitely love you and make it up to you in the future... Ciel thought to himself as he spoke.

This questioning seemed more powerful than any preaching, so that the baron stopped for a moment and looked at him in surprise.

In this era, the mortality rate of babies and children is indeed very high. Even in the royal families and wealthy families, children often die unfortunately at an early age, so Charles' words are like a basin of cold water, which slightly dampened the Baron's mind. Burning anger.

Yes, a baby is not insurance.

"Besides, haven't you always wanted a grandson? Are you satisfied now that you have a granddaughter? Isn't this unlike your style?" Charles continued to persuade the other party loudly, "If Laura is alive, you still have a chance. If Laura dies, do you really want to raise your granddaughter? If she dies in infancy, what should you do then? Will you die quietly guarding your golden mountain?"

"Stop talking..." The baron frowned.

Although he said this, Ciel had already seen his wavering, so he must continue to speak.

"Think about it, what will happen if what I say really becomes a reality? The achievements you have completed in your life will disappear, no one will remember, and the huge wealth you have accumulated will be lost to relatives who don't know where. , the government, and your colleagues who are like vultures. They will lie on your foundation and sweep these things away without any scruples. And empty! Will they appreciate your generosity or send flowers to your grave? No! They will just spend their money happily. They will laugh at you and say that you have done many unjust things and that is why you have ended up in such an unfavorable situation. Do you think what I am saying is right?"

"Stop talking!" the Baron shouted loudly.

But he knew that what Ciel said was true. If he really died, this was what was bound to happen, and it was also what he feared the most.

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"Have we come to this point, are you still afraid of what I say? Isn't what I said the truth? If it is the truth, then you have to face it!" Charles continued to speak regardless, "It's up to you The road ahead is obvious. Or just be ruthless, kill her to avenge her son, and then gamble on luck. , bet your granddaughter can grow up healthily, or keep Laura and let her continue to stay for you. We will have two more children in the future, no, not just two, but as many as possible! You won’t be able to be a happy father after giving birth, but you can still be a happy grandpa, right?”

He was already talking too much, and he couldn't tell what he was talking about.

"You beast! Bastard!" The baron was so angry at such shameless words that his veins popped out. If he hadn't been holding his grandson in his arms, he would have slammed the table. "How could you speak like that in front of a father? Humans! Shameless scum! I know that none of you stinking nobles are good! It was a big mistake for everyone to let your grandfather go during the revolution!"

"Aren't you also a noble now? Why do you have to forget this? You can scold me, but don't bring yourself into it..." Charles replied with a smile. "Okay, I've said what I need to say. Now let's see, what is the best way to do it for you?"

The baron kept breathing heavily, obviously weighing the pros and cons.

In the end, the desire to stay behind finally defeated the pleasure of immediate revenge.

"Okay, I'll keep her alive for the time being, and let her ascend to heaven when the child grows up." He looked at Charles and Laura coldly, "However, she will be detained and not allowed to go anywhere. You must pay for your mistakes!”

"Well... of course, she deserves this." Charles nodded, "But it's best to let the doctor treat her now. She is too weak now. At least in the recent period, it is better not to torment her too much. good……"

The baron stared at the two men, as if he wanted to choose one of them to devour.

But in the end, he nodded, and then gently stroked the still crying baby.

"Come out with me and write out her certification documents without missing a word! Leave this to the doctor."

"You go out first, I will come over later." Charles shrugged.

The baron frowned, but in the end he didn't say anything and just walked out with his granddaughter in his arms.

After there were only two people left here, Charles finally breathed a sigh of relief, and then he looked at Laura again.

Lola's face was extremely pale, and she could not see any expression. Only her eyes were full of tears, and she kept looking at Charles.

How would she feel now? Was she grateful for surviving the disaster, or was she heartbroken by her father's treatment?

"You are weak now, so I won't say much." Charles gently raised his hand and wiped her tears, "I'm sorry, this is the best result I can strive for. You will be locked up at home during this period. However, as long as you are alive, there is still hope, right? Although it is very bad now, it may not be so in the future. Don't worry, I will take care of you and your daughter."

Then, he shrugged awkwardly, "I didn't mean what I said just now, so don't take it to heart"

"We will have a son in the future." Lola didn't know whether to laugh or cry, but just looked at Charles quietly. "But not recently, he... he won't live to see his grandson born."

"What nonsense." Charles smiled, then got up and prepared to leave.

"Kiss me." At this moment, Lola suddenly whispered.

Charles was a little surprised.

"Hurry up!" Laura seemed a little impatient, but she closed her eyes slightly.

There was nothing to insist on at this time, Charles smiled, then leaned over and kissed her lips.

Laura was now physically and mentally weak, so Charles took the initiative to send the warm breath to her mouth, and then, after the doctors came back in, Charles turned and left the room and went to the Baron's study.

The Baron had been waiting for him there for a long time, and Charles didn't say much, just picked up a pen and paper and started writing.

"I, Charles de Treville, hereby acknowledge on December 6, 1852 that the daughter born today by Miss Laura de Bovan is indeed my daughter, and I named her Lianna.

Today I specifically promise that I will do my best to take care of this daughter in the future and will never violate it."

After writing, Charles signed his name at the end and handed it to the Baron who had been waiting to see it.

The baron took the note and read it carefully. Although it was written very briefly, everything that needed to be said was clearly stated.

"No fancy words today!" He glanced at Charles, not knowing whether it was mocking or praising.

Then, his eyes returned to the baby girl in the cradle next to him.

Now she has been wiped clean, and she looks much better than the bloody and dirty look just now, but she is still wrinkled and you can't see much of her appearance.

But this is my blood.

The baron's eyes suddenly became a little more kind.

"Lianna," he used the name that Marshal Treville personally gave her, "your grandfather and your father will take care of you in the future, grow up well."

Charles touched Lianna's body, and for a moment he was also full of mixed feelings.

This is his first daughter after all.

Even just a year ago, he would not have thought that his eldest daughter would be born in this way.

"Go back early, don't let your wife get suspicious." The baron said to Charles at this time.

As if he saw what Charles wanted to say, he waved his hand to interrupt him, "Don't worry, since I promised you, she won't die for the time being, but you have to remember your promise!"

"Thank you, thank you..." Charles nodded, thanked him, and turned to leave.

"Remember to visit your daughter more often in the future!" As he was about to leave the study, another reminder sounded behind him. (~^~)