I was a god in the 18th century

Chapter 289 Uncovered sight

The picnic gradually came to an end amidst the bustle.

Under the shade of the trees, in the corridors, and on the balconies, people everywhere stood up and shook off the bread crumbs on their bodies as well as the petals and leaves picked unconsciously during the chat.

Married women loudly greeted their children, who were always full of energy, and the young girls also moved into the castle in groups, side by side and arm in arm.

When it was time to take a nap, the place where everyone chatted moved from the shade of the trees, the corridor, and the hall to the prepared bedroom on the second floor.

Mrs. Brown ordered her servants to temporarily build many large shops everywhere, enough to accommodate the top women of half a town. Married women and their children were in one place, and unmarried girls in another.

Soon, only servants and men were left on the first floor.

Today, their topics include not only the oriental ancient architectural wonders of Fortress Villa, but also many discussions about the French Revolution and the Anti-French Alliance.

Men always seem very enthusiastic when talking about war and weapons. Many people believe that France's desire to establish a republic is a desperate move and will become the public enemy of the entire European monarchy.

"I think our Majesty and Congress will not tolerate this." Mr. Brown said, then turned to look at Owen, who was leaning relaxedly on the tree trunk under the oak tree, and said, "Isaac, I heard that you are already Member of the House of Lords, do you think we in England will react to this?"

Irving, who had been watching the discussions of others calmly, was not surprised when he was suddenly mentioned. He calmly spoke: "I think if France abolishes the monarchy, an anti-French alliance will be established soon. If nothing else, we will become this The leader of the league.”

"It should be so!" Mr. Brown said, "Most of the strategic materials during the American War of Independence were provided by France. In order to cause trouble for England, they always spared no effort, and it is time to make them pay the price. when."

Mr. Brown's cousin Liszt laughed and said: "Haha, the Revolution was one of their prices. If it hadn't been for the expenditure of more than 13 billion francs in the American War of Independence, the French court would have incurred huge debts and lived a luxurious life. If there is not enough expenditure, there will be no riots in France so quickly.”

Someone sneered: "My own people can't afford to eat. Louis XVI is still concerned about the fate of the United States. He even wrote to the king of the ancient Eastern country to ask for support. It's really funny! It's a pity that the shrewd Easterners are not as stupid as him. They will never Ken invested too much energy and only helped a small sum of money."

"It's just a piece of silver!" Liszt laughed, "What a big statement."

"When they established a republic and became the enemy of all Europe, I don't know how the United States in America could help them."

The men burst into laughter, full of schadenfreude.

"Mr. Owen, what do you think?" Liszt tilted his head and asked Owen.

Irving crossed his arms and said lazily: "If nothing else happens, once France announces this, the United States will immediately forfeit the huge sum of money it owes France."

"That's not possible. Can this be relied upon? Is it treachery? They are independent and are not afraid of attracting crazy revenge?"

Owen said: "How could those politicians who are only interested in profit give up such an excellent opportunity to get rid of debts?"

"Oh, yes, they are all a bunch of poor white people with poor legs and rich people. They must rely on them if they can. Owen, you participated in that war, right?"

"That's not true." Owen shrugged, "I was still young then." "Ah, yes, how old were you then!" Mr. Brown suddenly realized when he looked at Owen's young appearance, and at the same time he couldn't help but be envious. He was only ten years old. The nine-year-old boy turned out to be an earl with countless wealth!
On the second floor, Xia Qingdai changed into a pure white puff-sleeved cotton nightgown under the service of her personal maid Mary.

But she did not go to bed immediately, nor did she participate in the girls' discussions about clothes, perfumes, hats, etc. Instead, she lay on the wide window sill on the second floor, propped up her body with her round arms, held her face, and looked down with interest. Owen talks to people.

Hearing Owen's comments about the upper-class politicians in the United States, Xia Qingdai couldn't help but smile like an aunt. Her villain is so smart!

Historically, the United States used the French Revolution to overthrow the kingdom and establish a republic as an excuse, and then paid off the huge debt it owed during the War of Independence!
The Americans say that their money is owed to the kingdom of French King Louis XVI. Now that the French Kingdom is gone and has become the French Republic, of course they have no right to inherit the creditor's rights, and their debts will naturally be gone.

The United States, which has a unique geographical location, is not afraid of revenge from France, which is far away. If you have the ability, just come across the ocean and attack me!

The French army has a strong army, but its navy is not that strong.

What makes France vomit blood even more is that in two or three years, the United States will shake hands with its former suzerain country, England, and happily sign a treaty of friendship between Britain and the United States. From then on, the love for each other that lasts for more than two centuries will begin!

Who allowed the British navy to be strong, close to the United States, colonize and control Canada, which borders the United States, and also have many forces in Mexico?
No matter from which aspect, Britain is the most natural and ideal partner of the United States.

Thinking of this, Xia Qingdai's raised corners of her lips couldn't be suppressed at all.

The great powers bite dogs, and Xia Qingdai likes to hear it.

While she was enjoying herself, she suddenly felt a line of sight looking directly at her without restraint.

Looking down, I found that it was Mr. Brown's cousin, Mr. Lister, who was nearly 20 years old.

When an ordinary man peeks at Xia Qingdai being caught, his eyes will immediately shy away. But this person was very thick-skinned. When he saw Xia Qingdai looking over, he not only did not avoid or feel embarrassed, but raised the corners of his lips, picked up the goblet in his hand, paid a slight greeting and took a sip.

The expression and eyes were full of interest and possessiveness, as if she had seen all of Xia Qingdai, which made her very uncomfortable.

Xia Qingdai glanced coldly, retracted her body, and left the window.

There is no doubt that this man is a veteran in love, a man who has been among thousands of flowers. This kind of gentleman who rests on his family's wealth and does nothing may think about love all day long and has deceived the hearts of many girls.

Now in this nap room, many people are discussing him in low voices. He is obviously ordinary in appearance - at least not a foreign appearance that Xia Qingdai can remember, but he is more noticed by girls than Owen, the most handsome man in the county and even in the UK.

Otherwise, it's because Owen is quite cold in daily life and doesn't like to say nice things to please girls. Liszt, on the other hand, always talks nonsense to people and ghosts. He always talks with boasts and sweet words at his fingertips.

Although Xia Qingdai has never been exposed to this kind of central air conditioner that releases its charm at any time, she has heard about it many times and is very disdainful.

But it must be mentioned that after the unpleasant look just now, Xia Qingdai also remembered the handsome appearance of Liszt.