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The life of a queen is far from what I have expected! I'm surrounded by genuine friends and of course... others with ill intentions. I will need to be cautious here
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After much consideration, I take a deep breath, close my eyes, and reply...
- Agree
- Gabrielle's Goodwill will fall
- Reject
- Gabrielle's Goodwill will rise
- Let Gabrielle Decide
- Gabrielle's Goodwill will rise,
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- Gabrielle's Goodwill will rise,
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- I start reminiscing... The memories are hazy. Are they real? Or just a dream?
- My childhood was spent in the Schonbrunn Palace, and my mother, Maria Theresa, was busy ruling the country.
- When I turned 14, I was married off to the French crown prince, for the future of both France and Austria.
- I still remember what my mother said to me before I left...
- "Do so much good to the people of France that they will be able to say that I have sent them an angel."
- Clear morning light streams into the room. I'm lying on soft, silky sheets in Marie's bed. Everything feels unreal.
- My face feels wet, and I realize I've started crying...
- You: (Is this because I'm in Marie's body? Her feelings and memories keep flowing into my mind... and it feels like I have become her.)
- ???: Good day, Marie. Leonard is already waiting outside with a stunning outfit. I'm sure you'll like it...
- ???: Oh! Why are you crying? Did the King find out that you were gambling with us all night? Did he punish you?
- Her doe-like eyes look worried. She's my closest friend, and one of the few in Versailles who truly care for me.
- I'm not Marie, but I'm really fond of her... It's hard to tell the difference between Marie's feelings and my own.
- You: No, he didn't...
- You: The King suddenly had to discuss something with Lafayette, so we didn't meet in the end.
- You: Don't worry about me... I was just thinking about my mother and my past in Schonbrunn, that's all.
- ???: Are you homesick? Should I make gugelhupf and croissants for you?
- ???: You showed me how to make them. They probably won't taste quite the same, but I can try.
- You: That would be nice... Thank you, Gabrielle!
- You: Did you say Leonard's waiting outside?
- Gabrielle: That's right. He can bring in the new clothes while I go bake the pastries.
- Gabrielle: But if you're still feeling unwell, I could ask him to come back another day. What do you say?
- You: Wouldn't that be troublesome for him?
- Gabrielle: Not to worry... He'll understand I'm sure!
- The gossamer curtains flutter in the morning breeze, accompanied by birdsong. Everything seems perfect.
- Leonard: Most gracious Queen, you are as lovely as ev—
- Leonard: What are you wearing? My goodness!
- Leonard: Such a grand beauty—stifled! My heart is in pain!
- Leonard: Why aren't you dressed according to my guidelines?
- You: It's not that bad, is it? Madame Deniau said this is the most suitable way to dress in the palace...
- Leonard: Oh no, no, no! Why did you let her pick your clothes? You're the Queen and the mistress of the palace of Versailles. You can wear whatever you like!
- Leonard: She's so old-fashioned and boring... Ah, my eyes are burning! I can't look at this any longer!
- Leonard: Never mind, my dear. Yesterday, the King told me to design something just for you, something that your beauty deserves!
- You: His Majesty? Why would he...
- Leonard: The King told me that he wants to apologize for not seeing you yesterday, so this is a little surprise present from him!
- Leonard: Quick, try this on! I spent all night sewing it!
- Leonard's smile is infectious. Everything feels sunny again.
- The clothes are beautiful. I can't wait to try them on!
- Leonard: Perfect! You're the loveliest woman in all of Versailles... The loveliest in the world!
- I spin slowly in front of the mirror. I'm totally awed by how stunning the outfit is.
- You: Oh my... It's so pretty... Thank you, Leonard!
- Leonard: It's my pleasure to make you the most stylish queen.
- Leonard: I shall take my leave. I will show you my latest designs next time! Ta-ta!
- Gabrielle: Marie... you look so beautiful... I've no words to describe it.
- Gabrielle: I'm so glad to see you are more upbeat. The gugelhupf and croissants are ready. Try them and see if they're to your taste.
- Gabrielle leads me to a small tea table. The familiar smell of yummy pastry instills me with nostalgia...
- You: Gabrielle... You're too good to me.
- Gabrielle: You keep saying that, but I've never done anything for you, not really. You're the one who's too good to me, Marie.
- Gabrielle: If you hadn't insisted on retaining me, and paid off my family debts... I wouldn't even be in Versailles.
- You: (Yes, I remember... I was the only one who reached out to help her. She is always by my side in my memories.)
- After spending two days here, I understand why Marie is so fond of her.
- No one likes me except for Gabrielle and Leonard. They care about me and keep me company.
- You: Don't say that! You're good to me, so it's only normal for me to be good to you in return, right?
- Gabrielle: Marie...
- Just as I lean forward to grasp her hands, a stern voice comes from the corridor.
- ???: Duchess Polignac, I don't understand. How could you walk around the palace after your humiliating scandal?
- Gabrielle: It's Madame Adelaide... Marie, may I leave? I'll come back later...
- Without waiting for me to nod, Gabrielle tries to run off like a panicked doe desperately escaping a hunter.
- Adelaide... Louis XV's daughter, and the current King's aunt.
- She hates my spending habits, but she can't do anything to me. Instead she attacks Gabrielle.
- Adelaide: Take a look at you! You don't look like a noblewoman at all.
- Adelaide: No wonder lowly servants insult you to your face. You let them off without a word of rebuke. You're a disgrace to Versailles.
- Adelaide: Get away from the Queen now. You'll ruin her reputation, clinging to her all day.
- Adelaide: Or did your pathetic family send you to beg the Queen for help again?
- Gabrielle: No, no, it's not like that... I just wish to be by her Majesty's side...
- Gabrielle glances at me like a scared and helpless little puppy. I'm enraged...
- I know this woman is the King's aunt, but those scathing words and that arrogant attitude of hers are intolerable.
- You: Madame, I won't let you insult Gabrielle any further!
- You: She's a kind and caring person. Nothing like what you say!
- Adelaide: Your Majesty, how dare you criticize a royal princess for the sake of a minor duchess?
- Madame Adelaide notices the pastries on the table and smiles coldly.
- Adelaide: A few pastries in return for paying off your debts? Such a pathetic display of gratitude.
- Adelaide: You're the Queen of France now, not an Austrian princess. Stop longing for these Austrian things!
- Gabrielle: It's not her Majesty's fault. I... I offered to bake them for her...
- You: Madame, why are you here today?
- Adelaide: I merely came to pay you a courtesy visit. I didn't expect to run into the Duchess Polignac.
- Adelaide: But since she is here, I'd like to invite her to my chambers for a while.
- Gabrielle: Your Majesty...
- You: (Gabrielle has told me that Adelaide subjects her to all kinds of humiliating abuse, and I can't believe Adelaide dares to ask me!)
- Gabrielle's red and swollen eyes are incredibly upsetting, and just as I'm about to reject Adelaide, she smiles cruelly.
- Adelaide: Your Majesty, I'm merely inviting her to my room for a while. Why the hesitation?
- You: I... I can't...
- I'm sure she'll do something terrible to Gabrielle... But if I say no, will that cause even more trouble?
- After much consideration, I take a deep breath, close my eyes, and reply...
- Agree
- You: ...All right. Gabrielle, please do as she says.
- Gabrielle: Yes, I understand... If that is what your Majesty wishes.
- I give Gabrielle a reassuring gaze... and hope she'll forgive me.
- Adelaide: Your Majesty, you've made an excellent decision.
- Adelaide: I believe the Duchess Polignac and I will have a most enjoyable little chat. I will make sure she learns how a noble should behave. You can count on that, your Majesty.
- Adelaide: We shall take our leave now. Come along, Duchess Polignac.
- Gabrielle: Yes, Madame...
- You: ...
- Poor Gabrielle... I feel like I've let her down. But given the situation, I don't think I have much choice...
- The sight of her going through the doorway makes my heart ache terribly...
- Reject
- You: (Gabrielle is so good to me. I can't possibly send her off to get tortured.)
- You: (I'm the Queen of France after all. No matter how much everyone hates me, I can at least save a friend!)
- You: Madame, I'm afraid Duchess Polignac isn't free to go.
- You: We have plans today. If you truly wish to invite her, I suggest you select another day.
- Gabrielle: Your Majesty...
- Adelaide: Your Majesty! I'm Louis XV's daughter. I'm your elder, and you owe me respect.
- You: But the Queen's wishes do come first, do they not? Well, if you insist on taking her from me, I'll be very inconvenienced.
- Adelaide: Well, of course, you are the mistress of the palace of Versailles. Who would question your orders?
- Adelaide: But Your Majesty, you seem to love keeping company with all sorts of uncouth people. Do try to refrain from doing anything that will shame the royal family!
- Gabrielle: Marie... Thank you for helping me.
- Gabrielle: I don't know what I would do without you...
- You: I won't abandon you, no matter what.
- You: Don't cry anymore... Don't let nasty people upset you.
- You: Your pastries smell heavenly! Shall I eat them now?
- Gabrielle: Of course! I hope you like them.
- Gabrielle's smile lights up my heart. Things start to feel better again.
- Let Gabrielle Decide
- You: (I shouldn't decide for her... Gabrielle is my friend, and I don't want to order her to do something she doesn't want to do.)
- You: Since you're inviting the Duchess Polignac, you should be asking her, not me.
- Gabrielle: Y-Your Majesty...?
- Adelaide: The weak have no future without a strong leader. Just like how dodder cannot survive without a host.
- Adelaide: You're the mistress of Versailles. Why can't you decide for her?
- You: Because she is my friend.
- You: I will respect her choice, no matter what it is.
- Adelaide: So what is your answer, Duchess Polignac?
- Adelaide: And oh yes... Do think carefully before you answer me.
- Gabrielle: I...
- I nod slightly at Gabrielle, hoping she'll be brave enough to defy Adelaide.
- Gabrielle: I... I have plans with Her Majesty today... Please forgive me.
- You: Yes, we plan to spend the whole day together... If you wish to invite her, Madame, please select another day.
- Adelaide: I see... What a pity.
- Adelaide: Your Majesty, I shall take my leave.
- Gabrielle: Marie... Thank you... I never thought I'd be able to make a decision like that...
- Gabrielle: Without your encouragement, I wouldn't have been able to reply...
- You: Why not? Your life is your own. Take charge.
- You: I know you're scared of her. I am too, but I think we did well. You especially!
- Gabrielle: You're always helping me when I'm in trouble... Thank you so much, Marie.
- You: That's enough. Stop thanking me.
- You: Your pastries are very fragrant! I'm famished. Can I eat?
- Gabrielle: Sure! I can make more whenever you want.
- Gabrielle's smile lights up my heart. Things start to feel better again.
- And I can't tell if the feeling belongs to Marie or to me...