Franz, standing under the spotlight, was even busier, and the constant socializing made him exhausted. There is no way, this is the aristocratic life in Vienna.
The younger brother, Massimiliano, who also went to and from these occasions, seemed to be at ease. Not only did he not feel tired, but he enjoyed it, which made Franz envious.
Communication has never been Franz's strong suit, especially in the face of a group of gallant nobles, he has to be vigilant at all times.
"Grand Duke, you have to attend Grand Duke Louis' banquet tonight, you can go now!" the maid Jenny reminded
"Got it, call Massimiliano and let's go together!" Franz ordered
"Yes, Archduke!" Jenny replied
If it weren't for the strong intervention of his mother, Franz wouldn't mind taking the other two younger brothers with him. When dealing with noble girls, at least they can share most of the firepower.
It's a pity that the other two younger brothers are too young. Mrs. Sophie does not let them attend this kind of occasion, and Franz doesn't want to lower the age line of the banquet.
You must know that they are much more attractive to noble ladies than Franz. The status of the crown prince gave Franz a higher status, and it was also destined that his marriage must be a political marriage.
In contrast, his younger brothers are much more free in marriage, and there is no problem in marrying these big nobles in the country.
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Looking at Massimiliano, who was having a good time with a group of noble girls, Franz pulled him out and joked: "How about, has my brother met the other half he has in mind?"
Massimiliano counterattacked without hesitation: "Dear brother, if I say yes, guess if Madame Sophie will go back..."
Franz smiled and said, "Really? My dear brother, for your lifelong happiness, I don't mind being scolded, but can you handle the pressure
Today, the noble ladies here are much older than you. Do you have an Oedipus complex
God, Massimiliano, you're so amazing to be..."
"Stop, my dear brother, if you continue, my reputation will be completely destroyed!" Massimiliano hurriedly stopped
It was not the first time for the two of them to make such a joke.
"Wait a minute to stop a bunch of flies for me, I want to talk to Grand Duke Louis!" Franz said seriously
"Okay, I know you have nothing to do with me!"
Massimiliano made a lifeless expression, and Franz rolled his eyes in disdain.
How could the aristocratic banquet that Franz attended be a simple banquet? If it wasn't for the purpose of hiding people's eyes and ears, he would be too lazy to come out to socialize!
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"Respected Grand Duke Louis, I want you to support me in controlling the palace guard!" Franz said straight to the point.
"God! My little Franz, how can you think like this? You must know that you are only 16 years old, not yet 17 years old!" Grand Duke Louis said in surprise.
As a crown prince, it is not difficult to live in the army, but it is not so easy to really take charge of an army, especially Franz is not yet 17 years old.
Therefore, he could only settle for the next best thing and take command of the palace guards. Although the number of this troop is not large, the combat effectiveness is also a question mark, but this is the only possibility Franz can get.
"Uncle Louis, you know that I have loved the military since I was a child, and my dream is to become a real general!
But it is impossible for my identity to develop in the army for a long time, and now I can only enjoy the palace guards. ' explained Franz
Grand Duke Louis shook his head and said, "It's impossible. You have to know that the palace guard is very important. You haven't proved your ability yet. If you really want to be a general, you can join the city defense army!"
What is the Austrian city defense army, Franz still doesn't know? Known as the concentration camp of generals, it is said to be the only army in Austria with more officers than soldiers.
According to the tradition of the German region, nobles must enter the army after they reach adulthood, otherwise they will be condemned by public opinion.
The Austrian imperial aristocracy also came from the German region, and this tradition has also been preserved. But the Austrian Empire is already rotten after all, and everyone has to turn a blind eye to these nobles.
Except for those who are really interested in developing in the army, most of them enter the army for the purpose of gilding. Grand Duke Louis let Franz take charge of this army, which is definitely uneasy and kind.
Franz frowned and said, "Uncle Louis, are you sure this isn't tricking me? What are the city defense forces, don't you know? Even if Archduke Karl went into battle himself, there was no way to deal with them. You think I can do it. Is it?"
The window paper was pierced, and the face of the cunning and cunning Grand Duke Louis did not change in the slightest.
"Franz, don't be angry, isn't this a test for your young people? If you can even handle the city defense army, what else is there that you can't do?"
These words may be useful to fool the middle-aged teenagers, but it is a pity that Franz is no longer there.
"Uncle Louis, it's not impossible. As long as you order all the gold-plated nobles to retire, I will go to the city defense army!" Franz pretended to be angry.
"Franz, this is impossible. Even His Majesty the Emperor has no way to get them out!" Grand Duke Louis said helplessly.
"So, I can't go to the city defense army, or the palace guard is suitable for me, Uncle Louis, you won't be reluctant!" Franz said pretending to be angry
"how is this possible!"
"Okay, Franz, you can enter the palace guard, but the position of coach cannot be given to you. You are still too young, and you have to practice for a few years!" Grand Duke Louis retreated and asked.
"This damn age! Well, then I'll wait a few more years!" Franz pretended to be helpless
His purpose has been achieved, the Palace Guard or the Praetorian Guard, this army is different from other armies, they are only loyal to the royal family.
For Franz, it is not necessary to be the commander of this unit to master this unit. Under normal circumstances, the commander is the emperor himself, or a member of the royal family is appointed as the commander.
Now that this force is in the hands of the Council of Regents, with Grand Duke Louis as the head coach, and Franz entering it as the crown prince, someone will naturally come over.
He has already stated his attitude and is determined to enter the palace guard. Even if Grand Duke Louis is dissatisfied, it is impossible to really prevent Franz from entering.