"That magnificent era is destined to become an indelible Chapter in human history!"

Facing the compliments from Franz Joseph, Prince Monfort couldn’t help but reveal a proud smile.

Although Prince Monfort was not the protagonist of that legendary era, he also felt proud to have experienced it personally alongside his two brothers, Napoleon Bonaparte and Lucien Bonaparte.

That era belonged to the revolution and also to the Bonaparte clan.

Though the Bonaparte era lasted far shorter than the Capet Dynasty, Prince Monfort firmly believed that the influence of the Bonaparte era on the future would far surpass the Capet Dynasty, and even the Second Empire established by Jerome.

Of course, these were all Prince Monfort’s thoughts, which he wouldn’t express in front of Franz Joseph.

After a brief thought, Prince Monfort spoke to Franz Joseph again, praising,

"Your Majesty, I believe that under your leadership, the Austrian Empire will certainly create even more splendid legends!"

"My ministers and I will strive to turn your blessings into reality!" Franz Joseph replied to Prince Monfort with a smile.

After conveying the French Empire’s condolences for Radetzky’s death to the Austrian Empire, Prince Monfort and others left St. Stephen’s Cathedral under the guidance of the clergy.

On the way out of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Valerovsky, the deputy envoy of the delegation, curiously asked the clergy about the burial site of Count Radetzky.

"The sacred body of the Count will be transported to the memorial hall in the city of Holdenberg!" the clergy explained to Valerovsky with a solemn expression.

Upon hearing the clergy’s response, a hesitation appeared on Valerovsky’s face, and he continued to ask, "Isn’t the Count’s contribution to the Empire enough to have his sacred body rest with the former monarchs of the Austrian Empire?"

After hearing Valerovsky’s inquiry, the clergy immediately explained, "Based on the Count’s merits, his sacred body is indeed worthy of being buried alongside the successive monarchs of the Habsburg dynasty!

Neither His Majesty the Emperor nor the Grand Duke of the Habsburg had objections to Count Radetzky being buried in the royal tomb.

However, since the Count had already decided in his lifetime to leave the rights to his burial and inheritance to Joseph Gertfried Pafried, His Majesty the Emperor and the Grand Duke of the Habsburg, after careful consideration, finally chose to respect Count Radetzky’s last wishes.

The memorial hall in the city of Holdenberg was specially chosen by Joseph Gertfried Pafried for Radetzky!"

"I see!" Valerovsky showed a look of understanding.

"Your Highness, please forgive me for not being able to escort you back to the embassy!" The clergy apologized to Prince Monfort under the tall gas lamp at the entrance of St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Prince Monfort expressed his gratitude to the clergy and watched as the clergy returned to St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

After the clergy completely left Prince Monfort’s sight, he turned to Valerovsky and asked, "Mr. Valerovsky, where would you like to go now?"

"Your Highness, you are the backbone of the entire delegation!

The itinerary should be determined by you!" Valerovsky subtly transferred the decision-making power to Prince Monfort.

Valerovsky’s deferential answer brought a joyful expression to Prince Monfort’s face, as it had been a long time since he received such respect.

Even though Prince Monfort had the dual identity of the Emperor’s father and Imperial Marshal, he did not receive much respect from the Empire’s ministers.

The primary reason being Prince Monfort’s minimal contribution to the Empire, and Jerome Bonaparte was a pragmatist who valued contributions proportional to one’s status.

Without making contributions matching one’s status within the House of Bonaparte, no matter how noble the status, respect would not be accorded.

Moreover, Mathilde’s limitations on Prince Monfort further diminished his voice within the Empire.

Lack of voice results in lack of respect, an unchanging principle in Paris.

Of course, Prince Monfort was also well aware that Valerovsky’s words were mere courtesies, and his reason for accompanying him to Vienna was not merely to mourn Radetzky.

Behind the mourning, there was definitely a secret commission from Jerome Bonaparte.

Otherwise, why would Valerovsky choose to hurriedly depart after just arriving in Paris?

However, Prince Monfort did not wish to know Valerovsky’s mission.

He was merely a leisurely prince within the Empire, and all he needed was food, drink, and entertainment for the rest of his days.

All matters of the Empire were for Jerome Bonaparte to worry about; he could only live each day happily.

"Well then... how about we go to the Vienna State Opera?" Prince Monfort deliberately asked, knowing Valerovsky had a secret mission.

Valerovsky’s face showed a trace of internal struggle; he really did not want to waste time on meaningless theater, but he could not go against his own words.

After all, he had just vowed to Prince Monfort that he would follow his command in everything.

In the blink of an eye, Valerovsky had to tell Prince Monfort he didn’t want to go to the Vienna State Opera.

This would be like slapping himself in the face.

After a brief mental struggle, Valerovsky spoke again, "If this is your request, then I am willing to comply!"

"Forget it!" Prince Monfort waved his hand at Valerovsky, "I’d better go alone!"

Then, Prince Monfort paused and lowered his voice to Valerovsky, "If I’m not mistaken, you must be on a mission given to you by Jerome!"

Valerovsky nodded at Prince Monfort, "The Emperor ordered me..."

Before Valerovsky could finish, Prince Monfort covered his ear with one hand and raised the other to stop him, "Valerovsky, I didn’t hear anything, nor do I want to hear!

Since it’s a mission Jerome gave you, you should complete it yourself!

My only task is to go to Vienna to pay respects to Radetzky, and everything else has nothing to do with me!"

Prince Monfort’s words and actions quashed Valerovsky’s intention to inform him of the mission. He bowed again to Prince Monfort and said, "Your Highness, then I wish you a pleasant day at the Vienna State Opera!"

Monfort also smiled slightly and offered his blessings to Valerovsky, "Mr. Valerovsky, I also wish you smooth work!"

After saying this, Prince Monfort asked Valerovsky if he needed the embassy carriage to be left for him to use.

Valerovsky shook his head, refusing Prince Monfort’s kind offer, and stated that the carriage would be more useful in Prince Monfort’s hands than his.

In the end, with Valerovsky’s assistance, Prince Monfort sat in the embassy carriage.

Watching the carriage leave, Valerovsky remained in place, his gaze fixed on the ambassador stepping out of St. Stephen’s Church.

After a while, the Prussian ambassador to Vienna, Von Bismarck, came out of St. Stephen’s Cathedral alone.

At the same time, Von Bismarck’s face showed a gloomy expression, clearly indicating he had received "special attention" at St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Seeing this, Valerovsky immediately took two steps forward and greeted Von Bismarck, "Ambassador Von Bismarck, long time no see!"

Upon hearing the call, Von Bismarck turned towards the sound, his previously gloomy expression instantly transformed into a bright smile.

"Mr. Valerovsky, you haven’t left yet!" Von Bismarck quickened his pace to reach Valerovsky and warmly shook his hand while inquiring.

"Alas!" Valerovsky displayed a troubled look towards Von Bismarck, "I’m worried about how to get back!"

"Hmm?" Naturally, Von Bismarck didn’t believe Valerovsky’s excuse, but he followed up on it, "I remember that His Highness Prince Monfort came with you!

Why didn’t you go back together?"

"Prince Monfort insisted on going to the Vienna State Opera, while I wanted to return to the French Embassy immediately!

We had a small disagreement over this, and His Highness left alone in the embassy carriage!" Valerovsky replied with a troubled expression to Von Bismarck.

"I see! That’s indeed quite unfortunate!" Von Bismarck replied in agreement and then extended an invitation to Valerovsky, "Mr. Valerovsky! If you don’t mind, I would like to offer you a ride!

I will ensure you are safely delivered to the French Embassy!"

"That might be inappropriate!" Valerovsky feigned modesty with a statement.

"What’s inappropriate about it!" Von Bismarck said warmly and cheerfully to Valerovsky, "We are all friends!"

"Then..." After a moment’s hesitation, Valerovsky nodded in agreement, "Alright then!"

Thus, Valerovsky and Von Bismarck left in the Prussian Embassy carriage.

When the carriage was midway, Von Bismarck warmly invited Valerovsky to visit the Prussian Embassy.

"Wouldn’t that be a bit intrusive?"

At this moment, Valerovsky seemed to have forgotten about going to the French Embassy, and he continued to ask modestly.

"It’s no intrusion at all!" Von Bismarck maintained his full enthusiasm, an attitude vastly different from his approach to the Austrian Empire, "The Kingdom of Prussia and I are very willing to keep close ties with outstanding politicians and diplomats like Mr. Valerovsky!

Only when monarchs maintain close contact with monarchs and politicians with politicians, can Europe truly achieve peace and prosperity!"