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Marie begins a new life after bidding Fersen farewell. She receives a letter one afternoon, with a gift she'll treasure for life.
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- The news that Fersen will go to America soon reaches the Palace of Versailles. The King throws a farewell ball for him.
- At the ball, I give him my sincerest blessing as the Queen of France.
- "A gentleman like you will always be welcome in France."
- This is our final farewell.
- I'm standing at my window and looking at the white rose. Its petals have withered and fallen to the table.
- But I still don't want to remove it from the vase.
- Madame Deniau reminded me several times, but now that I've stubbornly refused again and again, she's finally stopped mentioning it.
- Gabrielle: My dear...
- Gabrielle is peeking through the doorway. She carefully pushes the door open and approaches me.
- You: Good day, Gabrielle.
- She looks at me, then at the wilted rose.
- Gabrielle: Fersen has been gone for several days.
- Gabrielle: It must be so hard for you, my dear... Why would he leave you at a time like this?
- You: It was his decision, Gabrielle. I understand and support him.
- Gabrielle: But... It has upset you...
- You: He left France for his reputation, and for me as well.
- You: He told me I am the most courageous lady he's ever met, that I've inspired him to be more courageous.
- Gabrielle: Marie...
- You: It's for the best. For both of us.
- You: Don't worry about me, Gabrielle. I'm all right.
- You: Besides, I still have you.
- Gabrielle: My dear...
- Gabrielle: I'll stay with you while he's gone.
- You: Before he left, he promised that when he returns, he'll become my knight and stay by my side to protect me.
- You: And I have found my own purpose...
- You: Gabrielle, I will give it my all. I will fulfill my duty and do my best to become a Queen loved and respected by the people.
- Gabrielle: Marie, you've changed so much...
- Gabrielle: Your eyes glisten every time you say that.
- Gabrielle: I've been so worried this transition would cause you more suffering.
- Gabrielle: But look at you now, so brave and full of promise.
- You: Thank you for bringing me to that ball Gabrielle. And I thank fate for gifting me with such a wonderful experience.
- You: No matter what happens, I will never regret meeting him.
- You: I will improve myself so that he, too, will never regret his vow.
- Gabrielle and I spend the afternoon talking about our expectations for the future.
- She tells me the gossip about me has died down.
- Sunlight shines through the window and into my room. The Palace of Versailles seems bright and warm now.
- In the first spring after Fersen's departure, I have the gardeners plant white roses at the Petit Trianon.
- During the summer, I often sit on the grass beside the roses, admiring their beauty.
- A gentle breeze rustles the roses, and the birdsong of willow warblers meets my ears.
- In the morning light, I pray silently for those who are far away...
- Gabrielle: Marie!
- Looking up, I see Gabrielle running toward me.
- Gabrielle: Good news, Marie!
- Gabrielle: My husband received a report on the war in America today.
- You: What is it?
- Gabrielle: I heard that Fersen, as Marquis de Lafayette's adjutant, has performed well in battle and has been commended by all.
- Gabrielle: They've won many battles. Perhaps they will return soon.
- You: He's safe? That's wonderful!
- Gabrielle: And I have a surprise for you.
- You: Oh?
- Gabrielle: It was sent from America.
- You: Could it be...
- Gabrielle smiles and hands me an envelope. My name is neatly printed on it.
- "To my beloved Marie"
- Gabrielle: He asked me to give this to you, since he cannot send it directly to the palace.
- Seeing the familiar handwriting, I silently thank God.
- Gabrielle: Marie? Why are you crying?
- I suddenly realize that tears are rolling down my cheeks.
- I shake my head and brush them away.
- You: I'm all right, Gabrielle. I was just overwhelmed with happiness...
- Gabrielle: Ah. That's good.
- Gabrielle wraps me in a warm embrace. Holding the letter in my hand, I smile.
- A warm breeze tousles my hair. It feels like it's come from that far off land, bringing his blessing to me.
- After nightfall, I stand alone at my window and gaze out into the distance.
- The wilted rose is no longer in the vase beside me. A fresh one, delicate and fragrant, is there instead.
- It looks like it's waiting for something.
- The letter rests on the table. Next to it is a ring, glowing in the moonlight.
- The ring is engraved with one small line, the unbreakable vow of the person fate brought to me.
- "Everything leads me to thee."
Ending [Oath Beneath The Roses]
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