Fox of France

v1 Chapter 345: , The crown problem

Napoleon took the "Inbrador Medal" and hung it on his chest. A shout suddenly sounded around him: "Inbrado! Inbrador!"

After Napoleon's shouts gradually lowered, he gave a brief speech to the crowd. In his speech, he first thanked the French people for their love of him and said that he was deeply moved. Then he reviewed the history of his struggle for freedom and democracy in France with countless heroes and martyrs since the French Revolution, and said that those who really deserve this supreme honor should be those who are defending the freedom of France. And democracy, and the heroes who sacrificed in building a free and democratic France.

Then Napoleon once again emphasized the French spirit of "freedom, democracy, and fraternity", and said that working with the French people to safeguard the French Republic and safeguard democracy and freedom is the greatest glory of his life.

Finally, amidst the cheers of the crowd, Napoleon finished his speech and then returned to the government to continue to serve the people of France.

Napoleon's impromptu speech was naturally reported on the front page of various newspapers. Nowadays, not only French newspapers, but not only those of allied countries (servant countries) that are particularly close to France, but even some British, Prussian and Austrian newspapers are praising Napoleon's humility and his loyalty to democracy.

Of course, the situation abroad can't be like that in France. In France, people naturally praise Napoleon one-sidedly, but abroad, there is always a sour voice. For example, a certain newspaper in Austria satirized Napoleon as a low-level hillbilly crowned by a foam monkey, reprimanding him for not taking a **** and taking pictures of himself. The sharp-mouthed monkey's cheek wanted swan fart?

The newspaper even declared that there is only one legal "Inbredo" throughout Europe, that is, the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, the great His Majesty Franz II.

"His Majesty Franz II was born noble, he was truly orthodox, the emperor of the Romans who received the blessing of God, the defender of the Catholic Church, the true and legal British Berardo. Compared with him, that Corsi Jia's dwarf is nothing but a monkey."

The newspaper that made this statement is a newspaper with an exile background. It is quite normal for this type of newspaper to publish articles that slander France and slander Napoleon. Even if such newspapers start to praise Napoleon, then Napoleon must have changed.

Moreover, the circulation of this newspaper is actually limited. In many cases, it is simply printed by the exiles to encourage themselves. Even the letters from readers in newspapers are often made up by the editors themselves, which has the flavor of "don't look at the many people talking here, in fact, they are all my Amon's vest".

What do these newspapers say? Under normal circumstances, those big newspapers, especially the French press, don’t care at all. Who is interested in going to the toilet with a magnifying glass to observe feces every day?

But this time, the report of this newspaper was suddenly noticed by the French media. First, a tabloid newspaper, which was also not very eye-catching, reported the incident with the more horrifying title "Austrians Insult the French Leader", and also hinted, The newspaper’s vicious attack on Bonaparte’s rule was actually inspired by the Austrian government.

But then the "Science Pravda" followed up, saying that such reactionary newspapers did not represent the attitude of the Austrian people. In fact, the Austrian people still respect the French people and Bonaparte's governance. No one bought this newspaper in Austria. The "Sun" interviewed many Austrians in Austria, and many Austrians expressed that they envied France's good government and believed that Bonaparte was the greatest man of this era. The famous musician Mr. Beethoven even composed a symphony specifically for our first ruling Lord, and named it "Inbredo". From here we can clearly see that the Austrian people actually have no ill will towards France.

But after some excuses for the Austrian people, the "Science Pravda" raised another question: We know that if a newspaper can't be sold at all, it should soon go bankrupt and close. But today, a newspaper that no one buys at all can be published in Austria for many years. Obviously, someone behind this must be using real money to support it.

Of course, it is not necessarily the Austrian government that supports such a newspaper behind the scenes, but when a peace agreement was reached between Austria and France, it included Austria should prohibit other forces from using Austrian territory to engage in activities against France. Now it seems that the Austrian government has not done this. They have obviously violated the peace agreement signed with France, and they obviously don't take France into consideration. From this perspective, it is not wrong to say that the Austrian government is insulting the first ruling lord and France.

Although the name is above, "Science Pravda" has nothing to do with the French government. It is a completely independent media. But everyone knows that "Science Pravda" is, in a sense, the mouthpiece of the French government. In particular, the editorials in the "Science Pravda" often directly represent the voice of the French government. Therefore, an article like this appeared in the "Science Pravda", it is definitely not to be taken lightly.

Upon seeing this report, Ambassador Metternich immediately broke out in a cold sweat. He knew that it would not be easy for the "Science Pravda" to produce such an article, but Metternich thought about it all day and night and did not figure out why France wants to engage in Austria. Because now Austria is almost lying down, only France is watching. Of course, some anti-France newspapers do exist, but these newspapers do not exist for a day or two. The French have never taken it seriously. Now suddenly this matter is making a big fuss. What is the purpose? ?

Ambassador Metternich was worried, but someone came to report that banker Nathan Rothschild had come to visit.

Metternich asked Rothschild to come in.

"Mr. Rothschild, at this moment, you condescend to visit. Is there anything you want to tell me?" Metternich asked.

"Of course I came for the article in the "Science Pravda"." Nathan Rothschild replied very directly, "because this matter may have a great impact on our business."

"What is your opinion on this matter?" Metternich said.

"Mr. Ambassador, how much do you know about the First Ruling Your Excellency? What do you think of the recent'Inbredo' incident?"

"The'Inberdoll' incident? Obviously, this is the first ruler's own leadership." Metternich was also blunt when facing Nathan Rothschild.

"Your Excellency First Ruling is of course a very capable person, but he is not a saint, and a true saint can't get to where he is today." Nathan Rothschild said, "but the first The first ruling seems to be very fascinated by Rome. And I think his ambition should be more than a first ruling.”

This reminded Metternich. He thought for a while and said: "So, he hopes to imitate Augustus and turn France into an empire?... In this case, his actions are completely understandable... "

In Europe, from a legal point of view, there are only two crowns, both of which come from Rome, the crown of the Western Roman Empire and the crown of the Eastern Roman Empire. Theoretically, the emperor of the Western Roman Empire was crowned by the Pope. After the demise of the Western Roman Empire, the Pope put this crown on the heads of many monarchs. For example, the famous Charlemagne was once crowned "Rome The emperor of man".

Today, the crown of the "Holy Roman Empire", tracing its roots, also comes from Western Rome. The other crown is the crown of the Eastern Roman Empire. After the fall of the Eastern Roman Empire, the Russian princess Edom married to Russia and claimed to be the heir of Eastern Rome. This is how the crown of the Russian tsar came.

If Napoleon really intends to be Augustus, then all this is easy to understand, because the crown he needs is in Austria's hands.

"Mr. Ambassador, from an interest point of view, France should not directly oppose your country at present. But I am very worried about one thing." Nathan Rothschild said.

"What's the matter?" Metternich asked.

"The French may make tricks through the pope~lightnovelpub.net~ Nathan Rothschild replied.

Metternich immediately understood what Nathan Rothschild meant. Today, although the crown of the “Emperor of the Romans” is worn on Fritz II’s head, under certain circumstances, the pope can also **** the crown from Fritz II’s head and give it to Napoleon. For example, accusing Emperor Fritz II of being ungodly, violating the Catholic canon, or even directly accusing him of a heresy, then he can be expelled from the church and his title of emperor can be taken back.

And considering the situation in Italy today, the French already have an absolute advantage there. The Republic of Northern Italy is an ally of France, and France’s most elite Italian legions are stationed there. The power of Austria was almost completely squeezed out of Italy by France.

Facing the 100,000 army of the Italian Legion close at hand and the Austrians far away from the Alps, what choice the Pope will make when he must do multiple-choice questions, it is almost impossible to think about it. know.

"So, what should we do? Can we still let His Majesty give up the crown by himself?" Metternich said.

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