Vienna's history dates back to Roman times, but it was not until hundreds of years ago when the Babenburg family came to power that it became an independent city. Henry II of the House of Babenburg was granted the privilege of Frederick I, Holy Roman Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, to turn Austria from Bavaria into an independent ducal duke, and Vienna became the capital of Austria.

Later, Rudolf I, then King of Germany, defeated Ottoka II of the Babenburg dynasty, and the Habsburgs ruled Austria. About 300 years later, Hungary and Bohemia were also acquired by the Habsburgs, and Vienna became the capital of the Holy Roman Empire.

Due to its location at a transport point connecting Eastern and Western Europe, the city was besieged twice by the Ottomans over the centuries. Although they survived, the buildings were repeatedly damaged. Every time it is renovated, new elements are added, which is why Vienna's architectural style is so diverse.

In addition to the factors of war, this fortress area where the three mountains meet is the only way for trade and commerce from all directions.

Frequent trade and cultural exchange led to the development of the commercial city into the cultural center of Germany.

Countless young talents have come to the city to pursue their dreams and compose moving movements on the banks of the Danube.

Their talents and achievements were precipitated and became part of Vienna.

When Bella and her party came to the Grand Theater, it was just in time for the show to start.

Admission is free with the pass that Mr. Holder left before leaving.

The theater was filled with spectators.

Bella had never been to such a crowd before, and she was a little uncomfortable at the moment. Anna doesn't feel this way, and she's been addicted to the food in her mouth ever since she bought some creamy croissants on the way.

Elena, on the other hand, happily looked left and right. If it weren't for the etiquette of being quiet during the show, she would probably have screamed excitedly.

Set in the 16th century in Oriental Asia Minor, the opera tells the story of a Spanish nobleman, Belmont, who arrives at the Turkish royal palace in order to rescue his lover Constance. The use of cymbals, piccolos and triangles creates a unique and exotic atmosphere.

The soprano singer on stage is singing.

The clever plot arrangement, paired with gorgeous arias, highlights the distinctive characteristics of each character.

Bella didn't know much about opera, but she was interested in the content of the story.

Elena doesn't seem to be very good at it, but she's very positive. Maybe she's just joking.

Everyone was quietly enjoying the show.

Even Anna was gradually drawn to the story on stage.

The audience in the theater was attentive to the performance.

It is not until the end of the third act that people realize that time has passed quietly.

When the actors on stage took a curtain call, Bella hadn't reacted yet, and the performance was over.

Just as the three of them were about to leave, they saw a familiar figure appear in front of them.

Mr. Holder was sitting in the front row with a petite girl.

The girl looked to be only fourteen or fifteen years old, and was dressed in a young and gorgeous dress.

They didn't look like they were going to leave, they looked like they were waiting for someone.

It didn't take long for a teenager in a tuxedo to come out from behind the scenes.

This wonderful scene is very reminiscent of a fairy tale of a princess and a prince.

Unfortunately, the maiden is a princess, but the boy is not a prince.

This reunion of fate always makes people involuntarily feel a sad mood.

I saw the young man kiss the back of the girl's hand very gracefully.

Holder avoided it for the time being, and when he turned around, he saw Elena and the others preparing to leave, so he greeted them warmly.

"The three young ladies are so energetic." Holder bowed politely, "I wanted you guys to rest first."

"It's rare to come to this legendary music capital, how can you cross Baoshan and return empty-handed?" Bella said, "Presumably that is Her Royal Highness the Princess?"

"That's right, it's Anthony." Holder replied.

Anthony is Marie Antoinette's nickname.

"Let's go out first." Holder continued.

The three of Bella also found it very incomprehensible to disturb here, so they left the performance hall with Holder.

"...... that boy?" As soon as she walked out the door, Elena couldn't suppress her intense curiosity.

Her Royal Highness the princess who is in the flowering season and the personable boy are indeed a frequent match in the story.

"It's Anthony's childhood friend, Amadeus. This time he returned to Vienna with the orchestra, and it was rare for the two of them to see each other." Holder said this, and sighed softly, "I don't know if there will be such an opportunity in the future."

My sister is about to marry away from home, and I am afraid that it will not be good to be my brother.

Moreover, it is a purely political marriage.

In the eyes of those in power, personal happiness can never be compared to the honor of the family and the interests of the empire, which is probably the reason why Holder is extremely averse to politics.

Because he has seen too many intrigues, he has wanted to escape from this place of right and wrong since he was a child.

In any case, as long as you are in Habsburg, you have to face such a difficult future.

Although Holder is not the first in line to the throne, sooner or later he will be put on the diplomatic negotiating table as a political bargaining chip.

Just like what my youngest sister is going through now.

Perhaps, this is the fate of their clan.

But Holder was clearly unwilling to be manipulated, especially at the expense of personal happiness for the sake of the family.

However, now he is powerless to go.

He also strongly opposed this marriage, because it would be tantamount to putting his sister's future life on the cusp.

Ever since the cunning politicians had chosen Anthony as a victim of this political alliance, he had a sense of foreboding.

And this premonition is getting stronger and stronger.

It seems that she has seen the grievances that her sister will suffer in the future, and she has experienced all kinds of sadness and suffering, and there is no one close to her who can tell it.

Even as a noble crown princess, a future queen, and the mother of the kingdom who reigns over France, she may not be able to feel true happiness.

grew up in the company of his family, but he was about to leave his hometown and go to the distant and lonely deep palace compound.

The cold and unforgiving Palace of Versailles will not become her new home. Because only where the family is there, there will be a real warmth of home.

Although, Holder had prayed more than once that his sister would be safe in the future. But reason made him unable to ignore the cruelty and indifference he had witnessed over the years.

The so-called politics, like a cold demon, can devour the goodness and gentleness of human nature without hesitation, exposing greed and selfishness to the sun.

And the innocent victims are just pawns of different sizes in the hands of those who wield power.