C2899 French Emperor surrendered (2/2)
Bismark saluted, and opened the carriage door, ”No matter how the situation unfolds, you are still the emperor of the France, and this will forever be recorded in history!”
Napoleon III walked down the carriage with difficulty and sighed, ”Forever written in the annals of history? ”However, the history books will also turn to a new page. This page of mine has already ended!”
The two of them walked on the dirt road, shoulder to shoulder, as they walked towards the mill in front of them. Subconsciously, the people around them distanced themselves from them.
”When will I see my brother William?” French Emperor looked into Bismark's eyes and asked.
Bismark smiled and said, ”His Majesty the King is currently recuperating in Luxembourg, I think you will see him soon …”
”Hehe …” Very soon? ”I'm afraid I'll never see him again. There's no use for an Emperor who has stepped down from the throne …”
”Alright, let's not talk about this. Please give this sword to the King of Prussia! ”I've lost this war …”
Napoleon didn't dare delay and quickly received it with both hands. At this time, the aide-de-camp was jogging along the way, holding a wooden box covered in velvet in his hands.
The Prime Minister then placed French Emperor's sword into the wooden box respectfully, ”Bring the horse to His Majesty, go …”
”Yes …” The adjutant turned around and left. Soon, a squadron of royal guards escorted the adjutant to the northeast!
”Your Majesty, please sit …” Walking to the door of the mill, Bismark and French Emperor sat side by side in the warm sunlight. French Emperor slightly squinted his eyes as he looked at the scene of freedom in front of him.
”Am I a prisoner from now on? ”Where are you going to imprison me?”
”Your Majesty! It's not imprisonment. We just hope that you can temporarily rest under our protection for a while … ”William Castle in Gassel, the scenery is perfect for your training!”
”You can rest assured. Wherever you are, you will enjoy a certain degree of freedom. We will provide you with the best living conditions. You can even use the telegraph and postal system …”
”Of course, I believe you won't stay too long. When the war is over, you will naturally reunite with the empress and the crown prince!”
This could already be considered the best ending. French Emperor didn't know what to say, because he had unconditionally surrendered under the white flag yesterday. At this moment, he could only let Prussian arrange things.
”Where is my army? What kind of treatment will they receive? ”
Bismark sat up straight. ”Before my aide-de-camp goes to see His Majesty, he will bring your sword into Sedan City … ”If there are no surprises, the French army should have already seen His Majesty's sword by now …”
”As long as they don't resist, they can calmly put down their weapons and accept our integration... Then we will immediately arrange for food and lodging for them and treat the wounded! ”
”I can assure you that none of the prisoners of war will be abused. Of course, their freedom will not be granted until we reach a ceasefire agreement with the Government of France …”
The French Emperor smiled bitterly and said, ”I'm afraid this will disappoint you all. After I become a captive, this new government will surely fall and our country will be restored … I'm afraid those people will not accept my promise! ”
”Hahaha …” Your Majesty, I do not wish for you to promise anything. What you can do now is to make these loyal legions surrender! ”
”As for what I want in Prussia, we will get it ourselves!”