Solovyov in Tsarist Russia 1796

Chapter 220 032 Madame Recamier's salon in Mont Blanc Street (Part 1)

Mont Blanc Street is not far from the Italian Theatre Street or the Montmartre Street. It is within walking distance.

Holding a reception here is also one of the daily routines of Paris, the cultural center of Europe. Many ladies hold their own cultural salons. Some support Bonaparte, some oppose, and some take a flexible moral bottom line.

Madame Recamier's salon includes these three types of people. She married Mr. Jacques Recamier at the age of 15. It was the most terrifying period from 1793 to 1794. Everyone was worried about going to the guillotine. Mr. Recamier made such a choice at a very delicate time.

He inherited the Recamier Bank, which was still quite large in Paris, from his father. It was mainly engaged in financial activities of overseas trade, so his political attitude was also there. The Treaty of Amiens was beneficial to his financing business. He also had a trade channel to provide cashmere products from Spain to the French army. From a career perspective, it was extremely beneficial to him after the French Revolution.

Compared with those adventurers, he still has his own capital, including the bank and hat factory in Lyon left by his father, as well as industries in Paris, Lyon and many places of foreign trade. After the First Consul proposed to establish the Bank of France, he also had the status of senior director and ranked ninth in the presidium of the board of directors. From the eighth year of the Republic to now, he is on the rise and seems to have reached the peak now. The salon established by his wife and this luxurious mansion is more or less a reflection of the political barometer.

However, Napoleon is different from the past absolute monarchs, the Public Security Committee and the Directory. He also used the sausage-cutting method to quickly seize power in the system of the Three Consuls, becoming a lifelong ruler or even an emperor, which is not surprising.

It also provides an example for later generations to follow, but fans should not rise to an undue height.

France also has quite a few forces against Napoleon. These people are trying to win over General Moreau, and this general, like the First Consul's brother, also favors Madame Recamier.

But this salon has some special circumstances. It is not like the general French salons. Theoretically, it is full of everything, but not much is done in practice. Talking big will always attract some ears and eyes.

"Baron von Stirlitz, from Augsburg, I am invited by the young and distinguished lady."

"I know, sir, you have mailed a letter, and don't get involved in any trouble here."

From the servant at the door, Solovyov knew that he was not famous for literature and military merits like in Petersburg, but became famous here from an unexpected place because he defeated six people who challenged duels in one day.

This man also thinks he is a dangerous person, but he is also a little innocent. After all, Gauls are always so aggressive. They are like this before drinking the magic potion. Otherwise, it would be a big deal.

"Sir, I am not carrying any weapons today, so you don't need to worry about that."

"Okay, here is your pass. It's better to talk about some healthy topics in the salon."

"Thank you, sir."

But when he arrived at the venue, he was just an inconspicuous little person.

As for who to chat with, there are actually some rules. Even if the tricolor flag has been revealed, there are still differences in circles and status.

But it was quite a coincidence that he also saw General Moreau coming here. He was considered a defeated general of Marshal Suvorov. I don't know if there will be other French generals arriving one after another. He didn't want to see General Scherer, otherwise it would be a lot of fun.

After all, it was he who commanded the hunters to capture him alive, and the other party's face would be lost.

In addition, there were some people who looked very familiar, such as Bernadotte, whose nose was very recognizable. He was the biggest picker of this era. Of course, he still had some skills, but he wanted to be a king in the future, which was not very related to the tattoos on his body.

He also brought his wife with him today, who was the old lover of the First Consul. In this way, Bernadotte was considered the brother-in-law of Napoleon's elder brother Joseph, and this relationship was very important.

However, Soloviev really didn't find anything about this lady that Bonaparte liked. This might be the tail of "pregnancy makes women stupid for three years" after giving birth. Now she doesn't look very smart.

General Moreau leaned over at this time and started chatting with his old colleague.

Soloviev's attention was not on them, but on observing the people present in the salon today to confirm the wind direction today.

Madame Recamier came to the salon wearing Greek slippers and lay down on her French chaise longue. This posture was really very beautiful, and she sat there intentionally or unintentionally, showing off her beauty without losing her coquettishness.

She looked like this, but in fact she still maintained her innocent body until now, but her chest and white shoulders looked no less than the "little fairy" in Petersburg, and even because of her slender figure, her figure was very outstanding.

If Louisa had been as magnificent as she was, and had been a little more vivacious and healthy, Alexander might not have left the poor young queen to go out and look for the Polish chick.

Speaking of which, the French also like to find Polish women, who are lively, enthusiastic and pious, and can promote stability. When the civil code is promulgated in the future, even the divorce rate can be reduced.

However, Louisa looks much purer than this actually innocent lady, and she also lives a simple life. As a queen, in addition to having a lover, she is also a model of a noble lady.

But Soloviev's secret lover obviously also maintained the queen's reputation. At least it seems that it was all Alexander's fault. A poor young queen taking care of children at home is a plus point that can add a lot of points.

"Sir, are you from 205 Montmartre Street?"

While Soloviev was observing, a waiter came to him and asked.

"Yes, I am Baron von Stirlitz."

"We will be reciting later. Have you prepared any poems today?"

"Sir, is today's theme poetry appreciation?"

"Indeed, Madam knows that you have some skills in poetry, drama and novels, otherwise you would not have sent a letter like a package. At this time, you also need to be prepared."

"Can it be a long poem or a short poem?"

"Of course, sir, your talent is very appreciated by Madam."

However, when the servant saw Soloviev's handsome and handsome appearance, he thought that Madam might like this young man, but the poems he brought out and his performance at the venue were the key points.

Soloviev was prepared in advance. In the environment of the Paris Salon where key politics is more popular, some politics must be involved, or the norms of citizens must be mentioned.

In fact, he was not unprepared. Madam Lebrun's son-in-law had a painting that depicted the returning Roman citizens, but only the dead wife and crying daughter were seen.

As for the theme he prepared, he remembered the centurion who was passing by, Lucius Urenas. Even though he had been here for many years, the story of the centurion still impressed him.

As for the previous one, he stayed for too long, and this long poem, I don’t know what he wants to express, anyway, the preface is not connected to the postscript.

The people who were listening, even some celebrities who were just here to make an atmosphere today, began to shake their heads. After seeing this, Solovyov was sure that his level must be better than this person, at least he had a lot of preparation.

"Okay, Baron, it's your turn now."

"Ladies and gentlemen, I am Baron Max Otto von Stirlitz from Augsburg. You may have heard recently about the one who killed six people in a day's honor duel in the Buttes de Chaumont. This happened to me. Don't be surprised, I am not a combative person, but people who like writing and poetry have a bit of temper and will inevitably use knives and guns. Of course, now is in Madame Recamier's salon, and I am honored that the lady can give me such an opportunity."

Of course, when Madame Recamier saw such a handsome young noble, her eyes began to shine, just like the portrait painted by Gerard on her wall.

Madame Stael was beside her, and she whispered in her ear: "He is a lovely little brother, naughty, impulsive and a little mischievous."

Soloviev felt that sometimes. The skunk prince in Looney Tunes was indeed more realistic, and he was really a French skunk.

But he didn't hear this, it was mentioned in Madame Recamier's reply to him many years later.

"Julie, you have to pay attention to your performance. A handsome appearance is like your beauty. The key is to see his talent and whether he has valuable qualities."

"What I brought is a long poem. The background is after Caesar returned from the expedition to Gaul. It tells the story of a centurion and a veteran of the legion. If you have read "The Gallic War", you may have some impression of Lucius Urenas, because he and Titus Polo, another centurion of the 11th Legion, fought bravely in the battle with the Gauls."

Moro and Bernadotte were a little interested. Although they didn't like Caesar, Caesar's civil and military skills, his skills in this area, and his versatile writer, his level is not inferior to Cicero who makes a living by speeches and writing. As for the 23 knives, that's a matter for the future.

"Interesting young man, looking at his straight posture, I can conclude that he used to be a soldier, maybe a Russian officer."

"Victor, do you mean he once served in the Russian army?"

"There are many officers like this from all over Alemannia in Russia, and even their tsars and queens."

Bernadotte also agreed with Moreau, and then Solovyov's performance on the stage was still very outstanding, especially his accent made the lady feel kind. This strong southern French accent, although it is farther south than her hometown of Lyon, is closer, like the accent of Marseille.

"Dear, I don't think this is a long poem that makes people feel happy."

Désirée heard the meaning in it, and in fact, everyone present could understand that this story was not so pleasing, after all, there were indeed people doing this in the rear.

"It is somewhat ironic, especially in Paris."

"But who dares to duel with him, even if he has a gun in his hand, Bernadotte, my dear friend, he looks gentle, but he is not easy to mess with. Even if Michel is called, he may not be his opponent."

"Ney? If it's a sword fight, I think Ney can beat him. After all, such a thin and pretty boy, even if he is an excellent gunner, may not be good at fighting, but he may have some skills in shooting or commanding troops."

When Moreau heard this, he remembered that he was defeated by a shriveled old man. Suvorov's movements were too fast.

And he didn't expect that Solovyov was the last disciple of the old man. Although he couldn't teach him the skills in time, he was a miscellaneous person and could only learn by himself.

However, the ladies and young ladies present were more interested in the handsome young man, especially since he looked like he was in his early 20s. There was only a little murderous aura in his gestures, which was felt by the soldiers.

At the same time, some middle-aged men began to worry about their young wives, especially the baron who came up with such a tragic story, which was in line with the impression of the Romans.

After all, he still had some skills, but he didn't dare to show his skills that would expose his identity. Fortunately, no one who knew him was here today.

The world is not that big. He does have acquaintances in Paris and nearby places. Mrs. Lebrun recently went to Montargis with her daughter and son-in-law. If Soloviev comes back in a few days, he may have to reveal his identity when he meets this family.

Except that he is a baron and came to Paris from abroad, the other content is the address of 205 Montmartre Street, which is true.

After his recitation, it was Mrs. Stael who commented first.

"A sad story. I really hope that this kind of thing will not happen in France."

As for this idea, it is impossible to describe it in detail. In the end, the veteran of the legion found the sacrifice. In order to avoid being too explosive, the content has been changed a lot. At least the ending sounds good or bad.

"Madam, in any country, officers and soldiers who serve on the front line should be allowed to serve, including generals. I don't mean to offend."

When he said this, he was still looking at Moreau.

"All soldiers' relatives should be taken care of. I have served in the army before and was an adjutant. Even a noble lady would often worry about her husband."

The effect was quite good. He did not expect what he wrote to be impressive. These ladies were more concerned about their appearance.