It is well known that a tree cannot bear two kinds of fruit. I hate Arthur Hastings, just as I hate Henry Brougham.
—— Viscount Palmerston
Since he resolved to leave Russia, Arthur's heart began to gradually shift from the Whig Party to the Tory Party.
The reason for this decision, apart from the "fleeing from guilt" mentality, was primarily due to his intention to revive cold stoves.
Though Talleyrand, the old cripple, had a bad reputation, it must be said, he indeed taught Arthur many things.
After Napoleon was exiled to Elba Island, Talleyrand was appointed as the French Representative to attend the Vienna Congress.
At that time, many people avoided discussing Napoleon, fearing that talking too much would lead to trouble. But Talleyrand secretly maintained correspondence with some Bonaparte Party members who still harbored fantasies about Napoleon.
