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I know the road to freedom would not be an easy one, but who should pay the price for a life of peace?

Info[]

  • Style: No dress up component
  • Required: Louis XVI Goodwill Lv. 7
  • Rewards: 3,000 Gold, 1 Reader's Coupons, 1 Gift Material, 1 Crafting Material

Dialogue Choices[]

I...

  • Stop him
    • Lafayette's Goodwill will rise
  • Don't stop him
    • Louis XVI's Goodwill will rise

What should I say to reassure him?

  • I'll never leave you
    • This option requires level 7 Goodwill with Lafayette
    • Obtain ending "Sail Into The Future"
  • I'll do my best to live on
    • Obtain ending "History and Fate"

Transcript[]

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  • The violent jerking startled me awake.
  • I look in all directions and notice Lafayette trying to console the King, with an awkward expression on his face.
  • Lafayette: Your Majesty, it's just a problem with the carriage wheel. There's no need for concern.
  • Louis XVI: Understood. But there's just the three of us here, and there's no one who can help us.
  • Louis XVI: If I don't go check on it... Well, do you know how to fix a carriage wheel, Lafayette?
  • Lafayette: ...No... No, I don't.
  • Louis XVI: Well then, there's no reason for you to object, is there? Don't worry, I will be careful not to let anyone recognize me.
  • Before Lafayette can do anything, the King has already gotten off the carriage.
  • Lafayette: Your Majesty –-
  • I follow after Lafayette and try to stop him before he reaches the King.


  • You: Let the King go, Lafayette.
  • You: I understand how you feel, but if you and I both cannot solve the problem at hand, we'll just have to let the King handle it.
  • Lafayette: You seem to be suggesting that the King is good at this sort of thing, but I don't understand...
  • Lafayette: I'm not looking down on the skill required to fix a wheel, but if your average aristocrat isn't allowed to learn it, the King couldn't possibly have learned it.
  • You: Even the ruler of a kingdom will have interests of his own... Marquis de Lafayette, you should have some too, don't you?
  • Lafayette: I cannot deny that I have hobbies that I can't flaunt either.
  • Lafayette: But as the ruler of a kingdom, if the situation allows, his Majesty could have lived a more carefree life.
  • I follow his gaze, and see the King kneeling on the ground, examining the structure of the carriage wheel.
  • Lafayette: ....The King seems happier than I've ever seen him before.
  • I nod, and we both observe the King quietly. He looks so innocent and satisfied right now, as though fixing the carriage is a spiritual task.
  • I turn to look at Lafayette, and notice that he has a rather complicated expression on his face.
  • You: Marquis de Lafayette, may I ask you a question?
  • Lafayette: Of course. As long as I can answer, I'll do my best.
  • You: All the things that you've done... Has your heart ever been in it? Did you ever...force yourself?
  • Lafayette seems stunned for a moment. It's as though he never expected me to ask him such a question. After brooding for a while, he replies earnestly.
  • Lafayette: My desires aren't important at all, compared to the kingdom and its people.
  • Lafayette: I'd rather see the people live ideal lives, and so I decided to dedicate myself to freedom and to my ideals, and signed up for the military.
  • Lafayette: When all of that has been achieved, I will be able to pursue my dreams with a happier heart.
  • Lafayette: The King has made the same choice as I have, just that our positions are different, and so the people expect perfection from him.
  • You: ...Yes, this is the King's fate, and his misfortune.
  • We hear a clear ringing tone, and the King turns to look at us, smiling gleefully.
  • Louis XVI: It's fixed. And now we can continue on our journey.
  • Lafayette: Yes, your Majesty.
  • Overwhelmed with curiosity, the Marquis de Lafayette examines the wheel carefully. He is astonished and awed.
  • Lafayette: The workmanship is even better than that of a professional...
  • Louis XVI: Well, if we run into anything like this again, just let me handle it. This is the only thing I'm useful for.
  • Lafayette: Understood.
  • Lafayette: So now that it's fixed, please return to the carriage, and we shall hurry on. Once we're past that town right up ahead, we'll reach the border.
  • I nod. And knowing that the longer we stay outside the carriage, the greater the risk of getting recognized, I quickly get in.


  • The wheels turn smoothly, and we quickly reach the next town.
  • We load up on necessities, and after a brief rest, we continue on to the border.


  • The road outside the town is uneven, and the carriage keeps shaking violently, making me dizzy and nauseous.
  • Lafayette, holding the reins, seems unaffected, as though he's used to such rough terrain.
  • Lafayette: Please bear with it for a while longer. Once we're past this stretch, the ground will be a lot smoother.
  • Louis XVI: This is nothing. Just focus on driving. Don't worry about us.
  • You: Yes... The King is right...
  • I look at Lafayette, and just as I'm about to tell him I'm all right, I see a flash of light in the corner of my vision, and a shadow flits past.
  • Lafayette: Watch out!
  • The impact tosses me to the side and I hit my head against the carriage.
  • I try to focus through the fog in my brain, and holding the lump on my head, I try hard to ascertain just what's going on.
  • You: Marquis de Lafayette, what happened?
  • Lafayette: A woman suddenly dashed across the road, and I couldn't stop the carriage in time. The horse kicked her.
  • Louis XVI: Is she still alive? How badly is she injured?
  • Lafayette: She's still conscious, and her wounds are not fatal, but if we abandon her here, she might die all the same.
  • Lafayette sinks into deep thought. He looks grave and unsure, as though he's wondering if he should go save her.
  • Louis XVI: Lafayette, I know why you're hesitating...
  • Louis XVI: We caused this accident, and so we must save her.
  • Lafayette: Your Majesty, we're not far from town, and her scream may have attracted attention. We might be recognized.
  • Lafayette: But if you and the Queen both agree to save her, I will do as you wish.
  • Louis XVI: I think we should save her.
  • Louis XVI: Marie, what do you think?
  • You: I...


Stop him

  • You: I want to save her too, but considering our situation right now... If we're discovered, we will never get another chance to escape France.
  • You: And if we are discovered, lots of people will die... I'm sorry.
  • Lafayette and the King look at me, then nod their heads.
  • Louis XVI: And so we are decided. Let's continue on... The town is nearby and someone will find her soon enough. Let us pray for her!
  • Lafayette: Your Majesty, you...
  • Louis XVI: I know what you're thinking, and I believe that is the right choice. Say no more.
  • Louis XVI: I was being wilful when I said I wanted to save her. You should not sacrifice the safety of many in order to fulfil my desires.
  • You: Let's go, Marquis de Lafayette.
  • Lafayette nods, and just as he's about to drive away from the woman –-

Don't stop him

  • You: The risk may be high, but we can't just abandon her. If we do that, we won't sleep easy at night.
  • You: I don't want to regret this... Even if it's just me being obstinate.
  • Lafayette and the King look at me and nod their heads, as though they're not surprised that I would say this.
  • Louis XVI: Now that we're decided, let's help her right away...before her condition gets worse.
  • Lafayette: Do it as fast as possible to minimize the risk.
  • Lafayette: Please wait, your Majesties. I'll be back shortly.
  • Lafayette nods, and just as he's about to jump off the carriage –-
  • The sound of horses can be heard from behind us.
  • You: Someone's approaching... what do we do?
  • Louis XVI: We leave now.
  • Lafayette: ...Yes, it's too late.
  • The frantic neighing draws close, and the riders are about to surround us.
  • Woman: Hey! They crashed into Rina. We've gotta help her!
  • Just at this moment, amidst loud cursing, someone starts banging on the carriage door.
  • ???: Hey, you! Get down! You hurt someone and you're not even going to take responsibility for it? Were you just gonna run away?
  • We hold our breaths and look at one another. Then we start whispering urgently.
  • Lafayette: Please wait in the carriage, your Majesties. I will deal with them alone.
  • You: No, that's too dangerous... If they realize who we are, they might attack you!
  • Lafayette looks at me silently. Even he wouldn't be able to do a thing in the face of such danger.
  • You: (No, there's another way... We just need these people to disappear and all three of us will be safe.)
  • You: (But... how could I possibly order him to do something like this? Killing innocent people would be worse than death for him.)
  • You: (And I wouldn't let myself do such a thing. It's just not right.)
  • Man: Hey! People in there! I don't care who you are! Get out now!
  • Woman: Or we'll pry open your door. Either way, we're getting justice! You hear that?
  • The King looks at the rattling door, and then shakes his head at us, smiling bitterly.
  • Louis XVI: Looks like we have no choice. Do you have any ideas? If not, we'll just follow my plan.
  • You: You have a plan? I don't see any way to solve this situation right now...
  • Louis XVI: We can always think of a plan. Why wouldn't I have one?
  • He pats both our shoulders gently, and gazes at us a bit wistfully.
  • I suddenly have a very bad feeling, and I'm about to yell at him to stop when he swiftly opens the door.
  • Louis XVI: Live on.
  • Louis XVI: This is an order.
  • Lafayette: Your Majesty...!
  • Louis XVI: I'm really sorry, it's my fault for being careless... Please don't raise your voices. Don't scare my family...
  • Louis XVI: This lady...
  • The voices move further away, and though I can't see them, I can guess that the King is deliberately leading them away from us.
  • I look at Lafayette. His jaw is clenched, and his veins pop out on the back of the hand gripping the reins.
  • You: Lafayette...
  • I make a choking sound, and Lafayette looks back at me, his eyes resolute.
  • Lafayette: Sit tight.
  • Lafayette: Hyah!
  • I look out the corner of the window. Those who've realized that the carriage is moving off are now roaring furiously at the King.
  • Some of them try to come after us on their horses... The King says something, and they stare at him in astonishment instead.
  • Lafayette calls out to me gravely.
  • Lafayette: Please don't look anymore... For the sake of his dignity.
  • You: All right...
  • My heart is pounding. Fear and sorrow are assaulting me in waves, and I can hardly breathe.
  • You: Lafayette... Aren't you afraid? We have no way of telling what is going to happen...
  • Lafayette: I've been afraid ever since the rebellion started.
  • Lafayette: I've just lost his Majesty, and I'm afraid I might lose you too...
  • Lafayette's voice has a trace of a tremor in it. This is the first time he's ever shown his vulnerable side to me. I don't know how to respond.
  • You: (What should I say to reassure him?)


I'll never leave you

  • You: No matter what happens, I'll never leave you... Please believe in me.
  • Lafayette: You...
  • You: I won't say we'll die together, so...let us live on together.
  • You: As long as we live, we will have hope, and there will be hope for France.
  • Lafayette: You are right. No matter what, we must live on.



  • I close my eyes, and try my best not to cry.
  • It's the middle of the day, but the sun doesn't seem to enter the carriage, nor does it warm me the slightest bit.
  • I'm surrounded by an icy wind that makes me want to curl up and hug myself.
  • And somehow...I recall that line about how the ones left behind suffer more than the ones who've died.
  • But I know that we must do our best to live on... For the sake of those who've sacrificed themselves for us, no matter how hard it is to live on.


  • After several nights of frantic travel, we can finally smell the ocean spray in the air.
  • You: We've finally reached the harbor.
  • You: (We just need to meet up with d'Eon, and things will slowly get better.)
  • The carriage slows down. We're about to reach the meeting spot.
  • The moment it stops, someone taps lightly on the door.
  • d'Eon: Good afternoon, Marquis de Lafayette.
  • d'Eon: I'm delighted to see that you've kept your promise, and delivered the King and Queen...
  • d'Eon's eyes shift past me to the empty seat by my side, and his smile vanishes.
  • d'Eon: Where's the King?
  • Lafayette: ...
  • Lafayette's silence angers d'Eon. He gnashes his teeth, glaring at Lafayette with wild, scary eyes.
  • d'Eon: I thought you were a man of your word. Apparently you're just a liar.
  • You: No, d'Eon... It's not like that. He's more responsible than anyone I know.
  • I was just about to explain what happened when Lafayette motions me to stop.
  • Lafayette: It was my responsibility, and I should bear the blame.
  • d'Eon: Spit it out. You might as well give me all of your excuses at one go.
  • d'Eon: hey might very well be the last words you ever say.
  • d'Eon's cold words send a shiver down my spine.
  • I finally realize that he really is indeed a secret agent who deals with very dark matters.
  • Lafayette makes note of the threat, but he squares his shoulders and meets d'Eon's gaze fearlessly.
  • Lafayette: At the last town, we accidentally knocked down a woman who dashed across the road.
  • Lafayette: The townsfolk surrounded the carriage demanding justice for her, and wouldn't let us go.
  • Lafayette: Just as I was about to go deal with them, the King got off the carriage and sacrificed himself so that the Queen and I could escape.
  • d'Eon: And so? You didn't do a thing, and your master protected you instead, the master you claim to serve.
  • Pain flashes across Lafayette's eyes, but is quickly quelled by his usual stern countenance.
  • Lafayette: The King has ordered me to protect the Queen, and to continue to live.
  • Lafayette: So whether you decide to treat me as your friend or as your enemy... I will not go against the King's final orders.
  • Lafayette: This is the very last thing I must, and can do, for the King and for France.
  • d'Eon: Sounds like an excuse to me.
  • You: d'Eon...
  • A flash of steel flies past me, aimed at Lafayette.
  • You: Watch out!
  • Before I could even react, I see d'Eon's sword tip resting against Lafayette's neck.
  • Lafayette: I can't die here.
  • d'Eon: Yes, I personally feel your resolve.
  • I look down, and another sword tip is resting against d'Eon's chest.
  • And the sword handle is firmly in Lafayette's grasp.
  • Lafayette: You are the one the King trusts the most, and I hope you will make the wisest choice.
  • d'Eon: The one the King trusts the most...? Haha...
  • d'Eon: Others say you're not good at talking, but I think you're better than most at striking vulnerable spots with words.
  • d'Eon lets go of his weapon and his usual smile appears on his face again.
  • He looks wistfully in the direction of where the King is.
  • d'Eon: I shall go back there and protect the King. You two should board the ship.
  • d'Eon: Since that's the last order the King gave you, and you have the will to carry it out...there's no reason for me to stop you.
  • d'Eon points to the back of the harbor, and instructs us on various things we need to take note of.
  • You: And if you don't manage to find the King... Will you look for us?
  • d'Eon: d'Eon exists to serve the King. And if my master does not exist, life loses its meaning.
  • d'Eon: I live in France, and shall die in France.
  • d'Eon: Don't bother thinking of me. As long as the King is safe, I will also be living... One day, we shall meet again.
  • His solitary figure retreats into the distance. Lafayette and I look at one another, and all we can see in each other's eyes is pain and longing.
  • Lafayette: We can't tarry here. We must start our journey to America.
  • You: All right...



  • The gentle sea breeze, the cries of seagulls mixed with the sound of the waves...make me feel like this trip is becoming a reality.
  • You: We really are leaving France.
  • Lafayette: Yes.
  • Lafayette: Once we reach our destination, no one will ever harm you again.
  • He sounds so convinced that I don't doubt him at all...
  • But I know very well that my safety comes at a hefty cost. Many sacrifices have been made to get me this far.
  • You: I suppose...we won't get the chance to return to France again?
  • Lafayette: I cannot be certain, but I do hope that you will be able to start a new life in a new place.
  • You: You mean...forget everything about the past?
  • You: But...how could I possibly forget?
  • I haven't stayed in France that long, but I've already experienced many unforgettable things...
  • Joy, sadness... And all of the people here have left their marks on me.
  • I look at the frothy white waves in the distance, and all the terror and rage over the past several days suddenly well up in me.
  • You: I... I shouldn't be crying.
  • Lafayette: There's no one here who knows you. You can vent if you wish.
  • He puts a hand on my shoulder and pats me gently.
  • Lafayette: I won't want you to forget everything... I won't forget either.
  • Lafayette: I believe that you too hope to live on with their blessings.
  • Lafayette: No, not just to live...
  • Lafayette: We must live with gusto, so that their sacrifices are worth something.
  • You: You are right...
  • Not caring who can see me, I sob my eyes out, letting it all flow out of me.
  • Silently, Lafayette stands watch over me.
  • Though this is just what he usually does, I feel greatly comforted.
  • You: Once we're there, I will no longer be Queen Marie.
  • Lafayette: It doesn't matter whether you're a queen. My resolve shall not waver.
  • Lafayette: It's the King's wish...as well as mine.
  • You: Thank you.
  • Side by side, we look into the distance, unable to bid farewell to the past...
  • But with each other for companionship, we can warm one another's hearts, and that will help us regain our strength.
  • You: Stop being so formal with me. Once we get there, we must use a new name.
  • You: Just call me...#NAME.
  • Lafayette: Understood.
  • Lafayette: Well then... Please, call me Gilbert.
  • You: All right.
  • You: Gilbert... I'll be counting on you in the future.
  • Even if the pain deep within can never be completely soothed...
  • For now, we must learn to look forward to the future.
Ending [Sail Into The Future]

I'll do my best to live on

  • You: No matter what happens, I'll do my best to live on... I promise you that.
  • Lafayette: Even if some day I am not by your side?
  • You: ...Yes.
  • Lafayette: ...Please hold to your promise.
  • He sounds relieved, and I instantly realize that he's already prepared himself for the worst.
  • You: (Lord Almighty, please watch over this man...and please watch over France...)



  • I close my eyes, and try my best not to cry.
  • It's the middle of the day, but the sun doesn't seem to enter the carriage, nor does it warm me the slightest bit.
  • I'm surrounded by an icy wind that makes me want to curl up and hug myself.
  • And somehow...I recall that line about how the ones left behind suffer more than the ones who've died.
  • But I know that we must do our best to live on... For the sake of those who've sacrificed themselves for us, no matter how hard it is to live on.


  • After several nights of frantic travel, we can finally smell the ocean spray in the air.
  • Looking out the window, I can see the blue ocean in the distance.
  • Lafayette: d'Eon is already waiting at the harbor. If we can meet up with him, I think things will get better.
  • You: Yes, but...
  • I look at Lafayette. He's frowning deeply, and I guess he's worrying about the same thing I am.
  • You: We shouldn't be so pessimistic. The King...has merely been captured.
  • You: We just need to tell d'Eon. I believe he'll be able to rescue the King, and we can reunite in America.
  • Lafayette: ...
  • Lafayette: I hope so.
  • Lafayette lapses back into silence.
  • From that day onwards, apart from when it's absolutely necessarily to say something, he's become quieter and quieter... It's quite worrying.
  • You: (He must be blaming himself...)
  • You: (Not only has he failed to protect his country, he has failed to protect the man he's sworn loyalty to...)
  • The long restless journey, with the added shock of losing the King, has taken a toll on Lafayette. He seems to have lost a lot of weight...
  • Lafayette may appear as alert as ever, but there are deep shadows under his eyes, and it's obvious that he is exhausted in both body and mind.
  • I don't know how to help him, so I focus on maintaining my own strength, and hope that I won't be an extra burden on him.


  • The carriage slows down as we approach the meeting spot.
  • The minute we come to a stop, there is a light tapping on the door, and the tapping pattern is the signal we've agreed upon.
  • d'Eon: I thought you weren't coming...
  • He looks into the carriage and his face changes. His eyes are at once sharp and stern.
  • d'Eon: Where's the King?
  • Lafayette: The King sacrificed himself.
  • d'Eon: ...
  • Upon hearing Lafayette's reply, d'Eon's gaze turns wild and scary.
  • I finally realize that he really is indeed a secret agent at heart, and the man before me is no longer the smiling man I know.
  • d'Eon: Do you know what you're saying, Marquis de Lafayette?
  • Lafayette: I do.
  • Lafayette: If I could, I'm willing to take his Majesty's place.
  • Lafayette: YBut the King ordered me to live on, and to protect the Queen...
  • Lafayette: So no matter what, even if all the civilians of France were to stand in my way, I will overcome all obstacles to fulfill his wish.
  • d'Eon: ...
  • You: d'Eon, we didn't see the King get... I can't go on.
  • You: Anyway, I believe they only captured him, and maybe they've locked him up somewhere.
  • You: We might still have a chance to save him!
  • d'Eon takes a deep breath, like he's trying to suppress his rage.
  • d'Eon: Well then, Marquis de Lafayette, you must come with me to save the King.
  • d'Eon: As for the Queen, I will arrange for her to board the ship immediately.
  • d'Eon: There are people waiting to receive her at the destination, and you do not need to worry about her safety.
  • Lafayette: ...
  • d'Eon: Back then, I only allowed you to act as the King's bodyguard out of respect for your character.
  • Lafayette: I made a mistake...and your anger is completely understandable.
  • Lafayette: Since it was my fault, I will bear the responsibility along with you.
  • Lafayette looks at me, and he seems a bit unwilling to leave me, but it could be my imagination.
  • Lafayette: d'Eon has never broken his promises, and I believe that he will be able to ensure your safety.
  • Lafayette: Please take care. Wait for us. Once we've rescued the King, we'll go look for you right away.
  • You: I...
  • d'Eon: Your Majesty, please get on the ship! There's no need for you to get involved in this.
  • He seems extremely determined, and I find myself unable to say a single word of protest.
  • I even get the feeling that if I were to refuse...perhaps my life would be in danger too.
  • The d'Eon before my eyes seems mad and dangerous, like a feral beast that has lost its tamer.
  • Lafayette: Your Majesty... May the light always be with you, and I wish you peaceful days ahead.
  • Lafayette 's voice is gentle and sincere, and just as I'm about to respond, he turns abruptly and leaves.
  • You: ...
  • I watch the two of them walk away and clench a hand to my chest. Despair washes over me...and pain deeper than anything I've ever experienced.


  • A few days later, with the help of d'Eon's contacts, I finally reach America.
  • But before long, I hear terrible news -- both Louis XVI and Marquis de Lafayette have been captured and executed.
  • America succumbs to pressure from the French government, and after weighing all odds, decides to stop offering me political asylum.


  • I am sent back to France, and the angry civilians quickly send me to the execution block...
  • Under the watchful gaze of the hateful crowd, I calmly face my final fate...
  • You: Farewell, France.
Ending [History And Fate]
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