After the initial little turmoil, the Tréville family dinner went on as usual, and not a single guest would talk about the medal on Fran's chest without any interest, nor would anyone talk about the quarrel between the three men in the hall just now, and everyone chatted with each other, passing on news from inside and outside the government, and occasionally making everyone laugh with a few witty remarks.

The atmosphere was as lively as a young man's general party, but Fran, as she had promised before, did not pretend to anyone, no matter who accosted her, she only coped with a few words lukewarmly, everyone was clear-eyed, and it didn't take long to tacitly understand that she was in a bad mood, and she stopped bothering her.

Soon, it was almost midnight, and according to the general rules of a banquet, it was time to have a late night snack and then continue to talk, and the banquet would not be dispersed until two or three o'clock, but Madame Tréville was visibly tired. Everyone understood her current physical condition, so they quickly said goodbye to their masters, and in the end, only one person remained except Fran.

This man was Clement Leczynski, Charles' personal secretary after he joined the Ministry of Railways as secretary of state, and the first person he had as a confidant among government officials. The young man served him in the saddle and horse, trying to convince him in every way he could, and in the end he succeeded, and he won the favor of the Charles.

As a parting gift, Charles not only found a vacancy for him to be promoted to the Ministry of Finance after leaving the Ministry of Railways, but also asked the ministry to report and issue him a medal, which he also wore on his chest today.

It has to be said that status and habits can change a person. Clement-Leczynski had his own subordinates and status after his ascension. Everyone in the ministry knew that he was a backer above, so everyone saluted him for three points. So in just one or two years, he had developed a kind of aura peculiar to a high-ranking official, and he no longer had the cringe he had when he first became Charles' private secretary.

However, he remained respectful in the presence of his benefactor, for he knew where his present position came from, and how he should maintain and expand it, and often corresponded with the Tréville family, claiming to be their assistant.

At Charlotte's call, the servants began to pack up the snacks and other utensils on the various tables. When they had almost cleaned up, the Charles and Fran found a table and sat down.

"Clément, come here." Once the three members of the Treville family were seated, Charles beckoned to Clément.

His tone was very casual, but Clement did not dare to slack off, and hurriedly walked to the table, but instead of sitting down, he hesitated. Next to him was Miss Treville, who was a little embarrassed.

"I told you to sit down." Charles gestured to the seat across from him. "It's a private party today, so you don't have to be so formal."

"Okay, thanks." Clément hurriedly thanked Charles, and then sat down.

"She. I don't need to introduce you, do I? Once he was seated, Charles pointed to his sister.

"No, sir." Clément replied immediately. "Mademoiselle de Treville's beauty has spread throughout Paris, and I have seen her face before. Well. Today...... She's even more glamorous. ”

"Thank you for the compliment, but I think you're telling the truth." Charles couldn't help but laugh. He complimented his sister casually, "I left you here today because I have an important matter to ask for your opinion." ”

"What's the matter?" Clement chuckled heavily in his heart.

Although it was kept secret, as a confidant of the Tréville family, he had heard a little about Madame's thoughts, and he also knew that Mademoiselle Tréville was one of the hottest unmarried women in France today, and he couldn't help but feel a little ripple in his heart when Charles said this.

Although he knew that the status of the two people was very different, although he knew that he must be blind to do this, he still couldn't help but look forward to it at this moment. Because this young lady is so beautiful, and she has such a good maiden family.

At this very moment, as he sat beside Miss Tremville, he felt a little uncomfortable with the Boss, and could not help but glance at the bare skin of her face and neck.

However, his heart was quickly shattered by reality.

"My sister now wants to be involved in the family business...... And you know, our main business right now is railways and railroad-related businesses. Charles explained in a low voice, "I'm short on time and can't keep watching her all the time, so I wanted to find an assistant for her to understand the mysteries of the industry and ...... How to deal with the government and other businesses. Clement, you are my most important and trusted assistant in the railway business, so I hope to ...... Can you do me a favor and help her as an assistant? ”

After listening to Charles's words, Clement could almost hear the sigh in his heart, but he also knew that the real world was not so beautiful after all.

Although the other party asked, "Is it okay?" But he knew he didn't have much of a choice.

"Yes, sir, I see, I will tell her everything I know, and in the rest of my work, I will give Miss absolutely no support to you."

"That's good, thank you." Seeing that the other party was so deferential, Charles also nodded, expressing great satisfaction.

Whatever he was, his sister was now just a civilian, and Clement was a government official, but Charles had appointed him as an assistant to help his sister get acquainted with the business, and the odd thing was that no one found it unreasonable. Power can indeed bend common sense.

"Thank you, Mr. Leczynski." Fran thanked the other party as well, "I hope I can make as little trouble as possible for you in the future......

"It is the duty of each of us to solve the problems of the beautiful lady, please do not keep it, but support me." Clement-Leczynski hurriedly complimented.

"I'm so relieved...... Let me tell you something. Clément. Charles picked up the shaved ice next to him, scooped a spoonful and put it in his mouth. Soon, I'm afraid I'll be your immediate boss again. I miss the days when I had a diligent and intelligent subordinate like you, it was much easier, not like now. ”

"What?" Clement was taken aback.

The officer's natural nerves made him keenly aware that this should be extremely important news, so he dismissed all other thoughts and listened carefully. "You...... What do you mean? ”

"In a month or two, the republic will be officially finished, and France will have one more emperor - well, that's to be expected in all of Europe. It doesn't provoke any repercussions. Charles said calmly, not caring at all that he had leaked confidential matters, "After that, of course, the current cabinet will need to be reshuffled and then become a cabinet directly under His Majesty." That's right, His Majesty will personally reign over France, without the need for a prime minister. ”

Clément's eyes widened, and he listened quietly to the news that Charles had given him.

"Hmm...... It doesn't matter much to you, but here's what comes next. According to His Majesty's plan, in which I have certainly contributed a great deal of advice, all the affairs under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Railways will be by sea, water, and so on. It is assigned to a ministry to be responsible, that is, the Ministry of Transportation, and I ...... I intend to become the Minister of this ministry at that time. Charles fed himself another bite of shaved ice and continued. And I'm going to bring you back then, which means you'll be working with me again. ”

"Great!" Clément immediately shouted. "Sir. I've been looking forward to this day for a long time, under your excellent leadership. Our department has been going so well, and I always hope to be able to serve you again. ”

This is a sign of loyalty. The second is indeed from the bottom of his heart, it is obvious that this ministry will be in a high position in the future, and Trevile's transfer of him back will naturally be promoted, and when the time comes, there will be a real shortage and the care of the minister, he will be a big man in the ministry, how can this not make him excited?

But reason soon returned to his heart, "That...... Does the Count of Dilier know about this news? What does he think? ”

The Count is the current minister, and it is clear that he is one of the best candidates for minister, so Clement also wants to know the reaction from there.

"He ............," Charles said in a rarely, elongated voice, "he hasn't agreed with me yet, so he may be reluctant to take this position." But that's okay, I'll make him change his mind. ”

"Really......" Clement quickly calmed down.

The Earl and Charles had worked together before, and the relationship between them was very good and very close, he had seen it with his own eyes, but ...... Judging from Mr. Tréville's ambition, he probably didn't want to show mercy.

Politicians are indeed self-interested, and even the deepest camaraderie is nothing more than that...... He thought to himself.

However, it has nothing to do with him whether the struggle at the top hurts or not, he just needs to follow the victor to share the fruit.

"Yes, sir, then I'll get ready as soon as I can. I don't have much to do at the Ministry of Finance right now, and I'll be ready soon so that I can take over as soon as possible. ”

"Oh, that's great." Charles nodded approvingly, "Clément, you never let me down. ”

After a moment, he pointed to his sister again, "That'...... Please come and help my sister get used to the situation as soon as possible, time is pressing, and it will be too late for you to do it when you return to the Ministry of Transportation, and there will inevitably be gossip......"

"I will, sir." Clement immediately responded.

"By the way, I have something to tell you, sir." While Charles was talking to Clément, Fran suddenly interjected.

"Hmm, Kiyoshi said?" Charles looked at each other curiously.

"I ...... When I was on my way to Marseille, Lola approached me on the train and made an offer......" Fran hesitated as she continued, telling Lola what she had offered.

"She wants to pull you into the business and then use you to expand the business and crowd out other competitors?" Charles immediately saw what she meant.

"I can't say that she just uses me, anyway, this is a cooperation." Fran smiled slightly, not as serious as Charles.

However, although she was relaxed on the surface, she was still very nervous in her heart, for fear that her brother would not agree.

Ever since she made a pact with Lola. This matter has been buried in my heart and has been waiting for an opportunity. After careful consideration, she decided that now was the right time. So he spoke up.

Charles frowned, of course he remembered what had happened the last time his sister had been with Lola.

"Isn't that good? Lola is a cunning and ruthless person. ”

"At least now she needs me? She doesn't mess around when she's using me. As soon as Fran saw that her brother objected as expected, she immediately continued to give her opinion, "Besides, I'm not very smart, but ...... But it's not something she can just fiddle with. ”

"You're so modest, it's clear that you can overpower her." Charles said coldly, the teasing and sarcasm in it were self-evident.

"Hmm...... Belch...... Ah......" Fran chuckled dryly, "that's all in the past. Didn't you say you wouldn't go over old accounts? Look ahead, sir...... You see, now that Lola is coming to help me, and then Mr. Leczynski is also helping me, can't I just get started soon? I can't wait to be your helper soon......"

Seeing his sister answer like this, the anger in Charles's heart suddenly disappeared.

Judging from rational thinking, my sister is indeed right.

No matter how much Lola hates their family, at least she won't turn her face now, and the cooperation between the two families can be maintained forever, which is good for everyone.

Next. It's time to see if you're ambitious or really a buildable. Charles didn't know exactly what kind of outcome he was hoping for, which was actually good or bad anyway.

"Well, if you wish so. So be it. But...... I know you have some festivals, but please don't bring them to work - that's what I've always done, can you do it? Charles asked solemnly.

When you hear this question. Fran knew that her wish had been granted, and her heart was filled with joy.

"Thank you. Mr! She almost cheered. Rest assured, I won't let you down! ”

The relationship between the brother and sister is really harmonious. It's too harmonious, even if it's a brother and sister, it's rare to have such a good relationship at this age.

He always felt a little strange, as if Madame was an outsider...... Leczynski, who was watching from the sidelines, suddenly had such a strange thought.

Then, out of the corner of his eye, he unconsciously swept over Charlotte, only to find that her face was unwavering, as if nothing had happened, but ...... It's just that the hand is holding the cup tightly, and it seems to be a little white.

Oh my God, it would be better not to see anything, and he immediately lowered his gaze as if he hadn't found anything.

"Mr. Leczynski?" Just as he was sitting on his knees, his wife suddenly called him.

"What do you command, Madame?" He asked immediately.

"You...... You have always been a close friend of ours and are now entrusted with a mission that is the result of your outstanding talents, and I hope you will continue to help us. Charlotte said to him quietly, "Our sister is a wise and lovely woman, and now we have entrusted her to you, and we hope that you will spare no effort to help her...... You should know how important it is to be appreciated by a famous woman in the social world, right? ”

There is a lot of ambiguity in this statement!

Before Leczynski could react, Fran suddenly glared at Charlotte.

Then she looked at Charles again, as if waiting for him to make a statement.

Charles was silent for a moment, the corners of his mouth twitching, as if he was hesitating about something.

Finally, he sighed softly.

"Clément, you're in charge of business issues, and you're going to be put to good use in the future, and I want you to keep working hard and not waste your energy on boring activities in the social world. You help her get acquainted with the business, but that's all, don't waste the time of the two of you on something else. ”

This attitude, which is almost explicit, extinguishes the fire that the young people ignited in an instant.

Yes, her surname is Treville, and she is the sister of Charles de Treville, and what am I? I'm just a Polish son, and there are some things I really shouldn't think about...... With such a thought, he lowered his head slightly.

"Yes, I see what you mean, sir."

However, he was still curious, what is the relationship between these three people? (To be continued.) )