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32. Threats and insider information

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    The Count of Monte Cristo's words were as calm and casual as a casual conversation, but they aroused a huge reaction from Charlotte. Charlotte almost forgot that she was on someone else's territory and had murderous intentions towards this vampire.  The reason is very simple - what the Count of Monte Cristo said is one of the core secrets within their organization.  That's right, these royalist organizations are plotting to rescue Prince Don Carlos of Spain - this prince was defeated by the French interventionist army at this time because of his rebellion against Queen Isabella II.  , and was imprisoned in a heavily guarded fortress in southern France.  They wanted to take this opportunity to thwart the imperial government's attempt to interfere in Spain's internal affairs, and to make the empire's newly rebuilt prestige disappear.  Yes, Spain is where the prestige of the empire lies at this time.  Since the empire finally made peace with the Anti-French Alliance after many years of hard fighting, although the empire is no longer facing the danger of being besieged by the anti-French alliance, those countries that once had a war with France still remember the disasters that Emperor Napoleon brought to them.  and fear, so they still have a grudge against France. On the European stage, France is in a very isolated position. It can almost be said that it is difficult to move forward. The situation is completely inconsistent with its strength.  The rulers of France certainly would not tolerate themselves becoming insignificant pawns on the continental stage. For thirty years, they had been working hard to rebuild the prestige of the empire.  To achieve this goal, Spain has become the best tool.  The main reason is that since the Napoleonic Wars, Spain has been in civil strife under Fernand VII. Although France is clearly interfering in internal affairs, it can at least promote the banner of "maintaining the Spanish orthodox dynasty" and not irritate the Holy Alliance so much.  large; and the intervention operation can demonstrate the strength and military power of the empire, and at the same time expand the influence of the empire to the Iberian Peninsula, forcing the great powers to face up to the existence of the empire.  After Fernand VII's daughter, Queen Isabella II, ascended the throne, Fernand VII's brother Prince Carlos launched a rebellion because he was dissatisfied with her accession to the throne, which once again gave the empire an opportunity to intervene.  good chance.  Like France at the time, the Queen of Spain was too young at the time, so Spain was also regent by the Queen Mother. She soon felt unable to quell the rebellion, so she had to follow the example of the previous king and request France to send troops, and finally the rebellion was temporarily suppressed.  However, the chaos in Spain is not over.  Because of political darkness and corruption, social conflicts in Spain were great, and rebellions occurred one after another. The Spanish government itself was unable to quell the rebellion, so it requested France several times to send troops to quell the rebellion. Although at first the French government readily agreed in order to expand its prestige, but later, as the troops were sent  Consumption is increasing, and the French government is beginning to feel impatient. After all, no one wants to repeat the lessons of Emperor Napoleon.  Fortunately, in the end, the French army finally broke through the rebel stronghold and captured the rebel leader, Prince Don Carlos alive.  The prince was escorted back to France by the army and imprisoned in the fortress.  The imperial government did this, firstly, to make the rebels leaderless and to calm down the long-delayed chaos in Spain as soon as possible; secondly, it also wanted to have a trump card in its own hands so that it could continue to interfere in Spain at any time¡ª¡ª  After all, no one can predict the changes in politics. Maybe one day Prince Carlos will become a collaborator of France?  "The secret opponents of the imperial government are determined to make this attempt fail.  After learning that Prince Don Carlos had been captured back to France, the royalist organization immediately held a secret meeting and then came to a resolution to rescue the prince as soon as possible and send him back to Spain to continue the rebellion.  The planners and active supporters of this plan believe that the empire of Napoleon I began to collapse in Spain, so they can also try to make history repeat itself again, so that the empire of Napoleon II will also grow in Spain.  Died in the smoke.  Charlotte's thoughts were not so optimistic. She did not think that the turmoil in Spain would really destroy the empire; she deeply hated the Spanish Bourbon royal family, which had betrayed the Bourbon family's position and surrendered to Napoleon as a vassal.  She even believed that the years of turmoil in Spain were God's retribution for that betrayal.  Although her allegiance is to the Royal Bourbon family, she has no favorable impression of the Bourbon branch in Spain, and she never feels that she has any obligation to help them - even if this branch is actually a direct descendant of Louis XIV.  However, even she believed that as long as Spain continued to be in turmoil, the imperial government would have to continue to intervene for the sake of prestige, which would consume the empire's financial and material resources and make the people more opposed to the empire's rule - just like in 1789, the dynasty's  The fortress has always beenThe whole was breached.  So, just recently, the royalist secret organization began to collect information about the fortress where Prince Don Carlos was imprisoned, and has made careful plans to rescue the prince.  Although she was not a direct actor, Charlotte also played a role in it. She was recently active in Paris to contact people in the War Department who were sympathetic to the Bourbon family, and to convey relevant information to people far away.  British organizational upper echelons.  It is conceivable that this operation is one of the largest and most critical operations of the royalists in recent years. Its importance cannot be overstated. It can be regarded as the top secret within the organization. Even Charlotte herself does not know about it.  Specific time and plan for action.  Because of this, Charlotte was so shocked when she heard the Count of Monte Cristo easily reveal this action within the Royal Party - there must be a traitor within the organization who leaked secrets, and they were at the highest level!  In such a shocking situation, Charlotte¡¯s first reaction was to kill the count and silence him.  But soon, reason returned to her mind.  This is the count's home court. Although there seems to be no obstacle along the way, the attentive Charlotte can certainly feel the dangerous atmosphere coming from everywhere inside the mansion - the Count of Monte Cristo is a bandit leader, and his men also have  Many people have sneaked into France. You can imagine how many dangerous people there are.  ¡°If we really want to start a violent uprising, I¡¯m afraid Charlotte and the others will be the ones who die.  In addition, and more importantly, since the earl dared to say it to his face, there is no point in killing him. Since the news has been leaked, it is more important to inform the British side and let them respond. At the same time -  Find out who the leaker really is.  These things are far more important than firing on the Count of Monte Cristo.  In just a few breaths, Charlotte's expression changed from ferocious to distressed, and finally returned to cold and gloomy. She looked at the earl steadily, her eyes flickering.  "Well, have you finally calmed down now? Then we can probably talk about more important things." The Earl smiled and nodded, as if he was praising Charlotte's reason, but also mocking Charlotte.  "To be honest, the way you looked just now was really scary - just like well, a girl who found out that her lover loved someone else." This taunt made another black light flash between Charlotte's eyebrows.  , but she still did not get angry, but calmly asked about the count.  "What do you mean?" "What do you mean? Of course it's a good intention." The count gently spread his hands, "After learning the news, I have been keeping secret and have not disclosed it to anyone.  I only mentioned it when you came here today Isn't this a sign of goodwill? Don't forget, if I really talked nonsense, you wouldn't be able to see me today and would have become mine in the dark prison.  If there is a bounty, even your comrades will be wiped out by the imperial army, right?" The count's explanation was both a reminder and a threat, and Charlotte could certainly hear it.  She was very angry, but also helpless. It was obvious that now that the other party had such important information, he now had complete initiative. If he wanted to mock herself, he could only endure it silently.  Obviously, there is no point in asking him who leaked the news now. It will only make the other party laugh in vain, so he can only endure it.  "Well, Mr. Monte Cristo, what exactly do you want us to do?" She swallowed and asked dryly.  "Don't act like this, beautiful girl. I really can't bear to see you acting in such pain. Please understand that I have no ill intentions towards you. Really, not at all." Maybe I saw it.  Charlotte has given up resistance, and Count Monte Cristo's tone has slowed down a lot, "In fact, at the most basic level, your opinions and mine are quite consistent. I also support your actions, and I don't mind giving you any help."  You guys can help me a little" Charlotte became more and more confused. She tilted her head and looked at the Earl, waiting for further explanation.  "Don't doubt it, I have no respect for the Bourbons of Spain, nor do I care who sits on the throne of Spain. I just need Don Carlos to run out - and run out at the time I want,  Return to Spain and create his own turmoil." Count Monte Cristo still looked at Charlotte calmly, "According to the experience taught to me by a big man after I came to France, there are no good things and bad things in the world.  The timing is good or bad, so it¡¯s important to let him come out at the time I want.¡± Charlotte was even more confused, and she was even a little impatient.    "I know you won't explain to me what exactly you want to do, but if you keep talking to us in this tone, then we won't be able to reach any agreement." Charlotte pursed her lips,  "Let me summarize what you mean - in short, you are asking us to act according to the time you determined to rescue Carlos?" "Yes, your summary is correct." The Count of Monte Cristo nodded.  "We can't cancel?" Charlotte's eyes widened.  "Yes, you can't. I don't want you to cancel. I just want you to act according to my wishes, only this time." There was an undoubted courage in the Count of Monte Cristo's smile, "Of course, in return, I  We will compensate you." "What if we don't do what you say?" Charlotte asked in a hissed voice, barely suppressing her anger.  "Isn't that very clear?" Count Monte Cristo laughed, "Then you should quickly prepare your passport and escape from France as soon as possible. As many of your comrades can escape as many as possible. As for those who are not lucky enough,  If they can't run away, then they can only ask God to forgive them After all, even I know that there are some masters of torture in the French Ministry of Interior who can make people die even if they want to. " Charlotte Low.  She shook her head and did not retort or angrily rebuke the count, but she held her hands so tightly that her wrists were trembling, and her huge anger made her speechless for a moment.  The threat of the Count of Monte Cristo was so real and powerful that she simply could not refuse.  Since there is a traitor to the Count of Monte Cristo in the core of the Royalist organization, he must know more than just this plan to rescue Prince Carlos. He must also know that the Royalist party is within the country.  A large number of sympathizers, and the organization cannot afford to lose them.  "I can't promise you now." After a while, Charlotte finally spoke.  "Well, I understand that you are not a person with full authority after all, but I think you must have the authority to report to the police." The Count of Monte Cristo raised his eyebrows, "Report this matter and report it to the police within a week.  I reply, otherwise you just prepare your bags. Out of appreciation for you, I don¡¯t mind providing you with a few escorts to escort you abroad.¡± ¡°Okay, I understand.¡± Charlotte nodded lightly.  , then stood up suddenly, "Then can I leave?" "Oh, of course!" The Count of Monte Cristo made a gift gesture, "You are my guest, you are completely free here,  No one will stop you." "Okay, wait for my news." Charlotte said no more, turned around and strode out the door.  "Goodbye." The Count of Monte Cristo was still sitting in his original position, gently saying goodbye to the two people who left.  ¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­ With almost outpouring of anger, Charlotte walked out of the Count of Monte Cristo¡¯s grand mansion step by step, passed through the paths and gardens in the front yard, and finally walked out of the iron gate.  Outside, taking advantage of the darkness, he stepped onto a carriage that had been waiting here for a long time.  Hearing the rumble of the iron door closing, Charlotte, who had been pressing her lips tightly, finally opened her cherry-red lips and took a deep breath, as if she had walked out of a prison.  "Are you okay, Miss." The young man sitting next to her looked at Charlotte cautiously.  He has been working with Charlotte as an assistant for some time, so he naturally knows something about Charlotte. He knows that although Charlotte looks like a very kind and lovely woman, she is arrogant and serious inside and has cruel methods. She is definitely not a woman.  Someone who can be taken lightly.  When she faced the count just now, she had already accumulated a huge amount of anger, and Franz did not want to let himself be the first victim of this anger.  "That guy is so unpleasant! Monster! Beast!" Charlotte cursed angrily, then snapped her fingers and urged the coachman to get on the road quickly. "I really want to burn that damn place to the ground right away, God is my witness.  , sooner or later I will do this." The carriage immediately started to start, and the rumble sounded on the road, taking Charlotte away from this extremely unpleasant place for her.  "He does give people an inhuman feeling." Franz nodded, seeming to be frightened, "seeing him is like seeing a ghost." "Compared with him, all the evil ghosts in hell are cuter.  "Charlotte sneered, "After all, the evil spirit won't be like him, wagging his tail and begging for mercy while turning his head to be friends with us. Seeing his smile makes me feel sick, alone.  How could you be so despicable?¡±  It can be seen that what Count Monte Cristo has done has greatly angered Charlotte, so now she is cursing again and again. Franz is considerate of her mood, so he does not dare to interrupt.  "Then what should we do? Follow his threats?" Franz asked again.  "Is there any way not to listen now? His threats have already been made." Charlotte asked impatiently, "He only gave us a week, and we can't do anything in a week. Franz, we can bear it."  If we can't afford such a loss, we can only agree to it first." Franz said silently.  Indeed, the threat of the Count of Monte Cristo is too deadly.  Royalist organizations have penetrated into many places and have many members. There is no time to notify them one by one of emergency evacuation within a week, and the transfer cannot be completed. If Monte Cristo really reports it, it is certain that these organizations  will be severely damaged.  There is another very crucial point - the reason why the royalist party can operate secretly is because there are some officials within the imperial government who sympathize with the royal party, or who want to use the royal party to realize their own political interests. But if the royal party  Suffering heavy losses, if these sympathizers all fall, who will dare to sympathize with the Bourbon family in the future?  The royal party will be unable to move forward.  These are unacceptable consequences.  Therefore, under the unexpected blow of the Count of Monte Cristo, Charlotte and the royalists could only temporarily compromise with each other.  After compromising and gaining enough time, the organization can make internal adjustments and restore the losses that have been caused to a minimum.  When he thought of this, Franz also became depressed. The two of them sat in silence in the carriage, and the atmosphere was extremely depressing.  "But what does this damn bastard want to do?" After a while, Franz cursed out as if to vent his anger.  "What good does it do to him to threaten us like this?" "I know the reason why he did this." Charlotte's tone had a hint of sinisterness in it, "He thought we were fools, but unfortunately, I know what he wanted to do.  What." "What does he want to do?" Franz's eyes widened.  "That damn guy bought a lot of Spanish bonds, maybe even millions." Charlotte looked up and looked out the window, looking at the flickering lights of thousands of houses in the night, "His so-called timing is just for  Control the news at critical moments and manipulate the rise and fall of bonds. Obviously, if Prince Don Carlos escapes at the right time, the day the news reaches Paris, the bonds will fall to the point where people want to collapse.¡±  "How did you know this news?" Franz was shocked.  My cousin told me that - of course Charlotte wouldn't tell her that.  "Of course I have my own news channels." Charlotte answered in a reserved tone, deliberately creating a sense of mystery for herself with a wide range of channels.  "You don't have to doubt the authenticity of it, it's absolutely true." "It turns out you have seen through his tricks That's good, at least we are not ignorant of everything." Franz suddenly felt  Relaxed a lot.  "Hmph, I pretended to be distracted and surrendered in front of him. He thought he could hold us in his hands" Charlotte frowned bitterly as if recalling the way she had been mocked by the other party just now.  He frowned, obviously still filled with resentment, "This bitch actually thinks he can control me! A mere pariah dares to act so condescending in front of me" "I didn't expect that this bandit leader would actually do this.  He is planning to engage in such a high-end game He is actually planning to make a lot of money through trading without using a knife." Franz couldn't help but laugh.  But he was still a little unbelievable, "Just to engage in financial conspiracy and make more money, he would start such a big battle? Doesn't he know that getting involved with politics will cost him his life? With us  What good would a break do to him? " "Who knows what he is thinking, but it is absolutely true that the reason why he is interested in Prince Carlos is not for the damn Spain, but to manipulate the bonds." Charlotte.  He frowned and said, "This bitch will pay the price sooner or later! If we don't know anything, then that's it, but now that I know what he's going to do, then he can't even hope to earn a penny on the bond.  "What are you going to do?" Franz asked.  "I have my own way." Charlotte narrowed her eyes slightly and rejected the other party's temptation. "Okay, you can hurry up overnight and go to England as soon as possible. The week is very tight. We have to let the other side get there early.  "People know that there is such a big mess within the organization." "Okay, I will get the fake passport when I get home and leave." Franz nodded quickly."Just wait for my news." "Let them investigate quickly and find out who went crazy and became that bitch's friend. Find him out." Charlotte blinked, "Then stay  Give him to me, I will tie him to a tree and use it as a target, and beat him into a sieve with my own hands! By the way, there is also Monte Cristohe will not be able to escape sooner or later, just wait." "Okay, miss.  "Franz de d'Epinay bowed.
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