Queen Marie: 2-8 A New France

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Our efforts were not in vain. The people of France are once again invigorated and filled with hope. Things can change if I believe in myself!

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Dialogue Choices

I don't know how to thank you!

• Invest fund to help him open his own clothing shop
  • No change
• Invite him to become the head designer
  • No change

That person is...

• Fersen
  • Obtain ending "My Very Own Knight"
• Lafayette
  • Obtain ending "I Belong to You"
• Louis XVI
  • Obtain ending "For All Eternity"

Transcript

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• After I returned to Versailles from the Bastille, I got involved in lengthy discussions with the King, Blaisdell, and the others in the study for many days, before we finally managed to polish my idea.
• As the King's birthday was drawing near, we decided to publicly announce this huge change during the banquet.

• Leonard: My dear, I'm absolutely honoured to dress you up for this special occasion!

• You: Leonard! I haven't seen you in ages. I thought I'd see a different tailor today.

• Leonard: How could the most beautiful woman in France go without me, Leonard, by her side?

• You: That's right. I couldn't help feeling like something was missing during the days you've not been around. Where did you go?

• Leonard: Oh my... Dear, now's not the time to pursue the matter.

• Leonard: It's the King's birthday, and you are the hostess of the banquet. Aren't you looking forward to seeing what I've designed for you?

• You: I was so overjoyed at seeing you that I actually forgot...

• Leonard: Really? I'm so happy you missed me so much!

• Leonard's cheery mood is affecting me. I haven't been to a ball for quite a long time, and suddenly I'm looking forward to the grandest annual party in France.
• Leonard: Oh yes, when I was preparing your outfit, I heard so much about the things you've done...

• Leonard: My beautiful and intelligent Queen, I'm so proud of you!

• You: If you keep praising me, I might forget about attending the banquet.

• Leonard: Oh no, that won't do. I spent six months on this outfit!

• Leonard: Come, change into it now! I can't wait to see you looking so sophisticated and charming!

• Leonard: Oh my goodness!

• Leonard: You are so beautiful...! Not even Venus can compare to you!

• You: That's ridiculous! But I really do love this outfit. I don't know how to thank you!

Invest funds to help him open his own clothing shop

• You: Leonard! You're simply too amazing!

• I give him an enthusiastic hug to show just how happy and touched I am.
• You: Oh yes, maybe I could be your patron, and help you open your very own clothing shop. And then more people will be able to wear the things you design!

• Leonard: Oh my dear, I'm so glad you care for me so much, but I must turn you down...

• Leonard: Because, well... My dear, I only take orders from one person...

• Leonard: And that is myself!

• Leonard heaves a dramatic sigh, and gazes at me in pain.
• Leonard: I may be talented, but my designs can only be given to those worthy of them!

• Leonard: And you, my dear, is definitely worthy of them. The one and only, perfect you!

Invite him to become the head designer

• You: I just thought of something. If you're willing, you can be the one and only royal designer of Versailles!

• Leonard: Really? My dear, that makes me so happy!

• Leonard: It's very tempting, but I'm afraid I must let you down...

• You: Are you not willing? If there's anything you're worried about, tell me, and I'll help you solve the problem.

• Leonard sighs, and there's a hint of frustration in his voice.
• Leonard: Freedom.

• Leonard: I desire freedom.

• Leonard: I only design clothes when I'm happy. And I only get inspired by people I like. So I apologise, but I must turn down your offer.

• Leonard: I just want to be your one and only designer, and serve the most beautiful goddess on earth!

• You: Okay...

• You: I won't make any more requests that will annoy you, but I'll look for you more often to chat and have tea.

• Leonard: Oh, I'd love to spend the whole night telling you just how much I like you!

• Leonard: But it's time for you to go. So promise me that you'll astound everyone at the party!

• You: Of course! And I'll tell everyone that the person who designed this outfit is none other than my talented friend, Leonard.

• The corridors are brightly lit with grand lights, all the way to the banquet hall, where the aroma of wine, fruits, and luscious cuisine fills the air, and sounds of merriment fill your ears.
• Men and women alike are dressed in their finest, and you can hear laughter wherever you go, signifying that tonight's ball is a magnificent success.
• I take the King's outstretched hand, and we walk together to the raised platform in the center of the hall. We look down, and slowly wave to the attendees.
• People: For France! Long live the King! Long live the Queen!

• Louis XVI: Today is my birthday. And I am delighted that all of you can join us as we celebrate this event.

• Louis XVI: Under the rule of Louis XIV, France reached grand heights and enjoyed a glorious era.

• Louis XVI: Unfortunately, that did not continue... And due to various reasons, the country sank to a state of crisis, and we lost the trust of the people.

• Louis XVI: It was the most unfortunate era of France, but now I can confidently announce to all of you that it has now become a better...

• Louis XVI: No, it will become the best era of France!

• The King pauses for a while and surveys the people in the room.
• Louis XVI: As you all know, we have been constantly changing... and we will not stop.

• Louis XVI: This is all thanks to the people in this room, particularly Blaisdell, Lafayette, Fersen...

• Louis XVI: And my Queen, Marie Antoinette.

• Louis XVI: Not only has she changed herself, she has brought change upon us.

• Just how many in the world could earn the trust and respect of a kingdom and its King?
• I am moved beyond words, and I am proud as well... I have accomplished something I didn't dare hope that I could finish.
• Louis XVI: And today we are about to announce another important change... This is a suggestion from the Queen, and I hope that everyone will listen to what she has to say.

• You: I am deeply grateful to everyone for this opportunity, and I thank you all for helping France to get better and better.

• You: But I hope that the changes won't be limited to physical assets... but will extend all the way to the kingdom's roots.

• You: I wish to demolish the Bastille.

• Not everyone seems able to accept the idea immediately. Some people start whispering to one another and they look ill at ease.
• You: I hope that France will become the most well governed country in the world. If no laws are broken, then there is no need for a prison.

• You: Of course, the Bastille is only the beginning. We will work with Blaisdell and slowly release state prisoners in a controlled fashion.

• You: If the people need not use taxes ot maintain prisoners, the money can be used to build more public amenities, such as libraries and schools...

• You: We may have salons, but knowledge shouldn't be restricted to the nobles. I hope all our people will be able to access current knowledge and education!

• Villars: It all sounds very nice, but forgive me, your Majesty, for asking... What do you plan to do with the state prisoners?

• You: France does not need state prisoners, and will not have state prisoners. That is the will of the King.

• Louis XVI: From now on, France will become more liberal, and we will welcome people from other countries and employ them. That is my promise.

• Louis XVI: For example, Count Fersen from Sweden. He has often provided us with valuable ideas and suggestions during conferences, and has contributed a great deal.

• Louis XVI: No one would deny that he, Lafayette, and Blaisdell have been very important in the implementation of the recent reforms. Each and every one of them have been crucial.

• Fersen: Your Majesty, my King, please allow me to correct you.

• Fersen: Right now, I can announce to everyone here... that I am a citizen of France!

• You: (Fersen...)

• The King gives Fersen and affirmative smile, and then turns his gaze to the audience.
• Louis XVI: In the past, we imprisoned Voltaire... but I promise that he will be the last person to be imprisoned for his opinions.

• Louis XVI: From now on, everyone is welcome to express their opinions on how to improve France!

• Louis XVI: Instead of just states people and nobles having a say, we will provide a channel for the people to provide feedback, so that France will become a truly liberal country!

• The King rarely gives such a passionate speech, and his words have moved the audience, filling them with hope for the future.
• Lafayette and Blaisdell come forward, and together with Fersen, they go down on one knee in front of the audience.
• Lafayette: I, Lafayette, do solemnly swear, that I will be forever loyal to France, and to the King and Queen.

• Blaisdell: I will continue serving the royal court in Versailles every day until your Majesties get tired of me. I hereby declare my loyalty.

• The opening speeches have now reached an end, and looking at the smiling faces all around me, I know that once again, we will change history.
• Not only am I grateful, I'm deeply moved that I'm able to experience all of this in person.
• You: Before we begin the feast, I have one last thing to say to everyone.

• You: We've all had our struggles, and we've experienced conflicts... but we should take delight in the fact that we are all winners in the end.

• You: And France is the greatest winner of all. This is our shared victory!

• You: For France!

• People: For France! For France! For France!

• The cheers spread throughout the hall and in the passageways, and become louder and louder, as though the entire country is celebrating.
• France is marching towards a glorious future.

• In this moment of glory, I reflect upon everything that has happened in this world.
• The sorrowful, the joyous, the enraging... If I hadn't experienced all of that, the me now would not exist.
• And I think of the person who's been supporting me through all the times I've been helpless and afraid.
• That person is...

Fersen

• It's been about half a year since the reform.
• Though many unpleasant things still remain, France continues to change and start anew.
• The King decides to hold a grand banquet for everyone to celebrate, and to bless France.

• Before the banquet, Blaisdell arranges for a painter to paint a portrait of the King and I.
• I hear that the painting will be hung in the grand hall, to showcase the dignity of the royal family.
• After several hours of sitting for the painting, we hold the banquet, and the long day is finally at an end.

• When the banquet is in full swing, I find an excuse to escape the hall, and hurry to the garden to look for... "that person".
• You: Fersen!

• Fersen: Marie, you don't need to run. You might fall and hurt yourself.

• You: You said you have a big surprise for me today. I wouldn't want to miss it for the world!

• Fersen: I can give you another surprise, but there's only one of you, Marie.

• You: You always know what to say.

• Fersen: But I don't just talk like this to anyone. You're special.

• You: Aw, stop it... Show me the surprise!

• Fersen: Yes, princess.

• Fersen brings me deeper into the garden, where there's a pool.
• I look curiously in all directions, but notice nothing special. A sense of disappointment creeps over me.
• You: ...

• Fersen: The surprise isn't complete yet. You need to wait a while.

• Fersen: But I promise you won't have to wait long. Do you believe me?

• You: All right...

• You: But if you let me down, how should I punish you?

• Fersen: You won't get the chance to.

• Fersen: Never.

• Fersen: I shall do my utmost to fulfil every single promise I make to you, be it big or small.

• You: I know, I was just teasing you. You don't have to sound so serious.

• A breeze brushes past us, bringing with it the fragrance of flowers.
• The night air is chilly, and he subconsciously stands in the way to shield me from the breeze.
• Time passes, and I'm getting pretty sleepy when Fersen suddenly claps his hands.
• Fersen: Now, Marie.

• You: What?

• Fersen: Come stand here, and look into the pool.

• You: All right...

• I go to the spot, and look down... and instantly understand what his surprise is.
• You: Oh, that's beautiful...

• The moon is reflected on the surface of the water, and the glowy reflection ripples gently along with the water.
• Fersen: There's something I've been wanting to tell you for a long time.

• Fersen: But back then, I was still young and immature, and didn't have the strength to stand by your side.

• Fersen: The me now still isn't good enough, but at least I can stand by you with dignity.

• You: Fersen...

• Fersen: France is finally at peace, though I do not know what the future holds...

• Fersen: But I will give my all the protect this country, and to protect you as your knight.

• Fersen: I wondered what to give you as a gift, but no matter what I considered, there's nothing that's good enough for you.

• Fersen: So I thought of the moon.

• You: You used to call me a white rose... Am I the moon now?

• Fersen: Yes.

• Fersen: In the past, I wanted to keep you all to myself, but now the whole of France wants to have you. Do you not find me pitiful?

• I hang my head shyly, and do not answer.
• Fersen: But after experiencing so many things, I think I've finally thought things through.

• Fersen: As long as we can get along like this, I don't need to capture you...

• Fersen looks into my eyes, and gives me the gentlest smile I've ever seen on his face.
• Fersen: The goddess herself would come to me.

• Obtained Ending: My Very Own Knight

Lafayette

• It's been about half a year since the reform.
• Though many unpleasant things still remain, France continues to change and start anew.
• The King decides to hold a grand banquet for everyone to celebrate, and to bless France.

• Before the banquet, Blaisdell arranges for a painter to paint a portrait of the King and I.
• I hear that the painting will be hung in the grand hall, to showcase the dignity of the royal family.
• After several hours of sitting for the painting, we hold the banquet, and the long day is finally at an end.

• You: (It's so tiring to be Queen...)

• You: (But I guess it's a good thing to see everyone enjoying the banquet!)

• Lafayette: Your Majesty, so that's where you are.

• You: Lafayette?

• Lafayette: The assassination attempt wasn't that long ago. You shouldn't be wandering about the garden on your own.

• You: Ah, yes that did happen... But if I have to bring servants or guards with me, I won't be able to relax...

• Lafayette: Looks like you're even more exhausted than I am.

• Lafayette looks a little uneasy, as though he's unsure of whether he should continue nagging me.
• Lafayette: If you don't mind, please let me accompany you.

• You: Of course I don't mind. I'm delighted, in fact.

• Lafayette: You're too kind.

• Under the light of the moon, Lafayette accompanies me on my stroll, keeping a respectful distance between us.
• A breeze brushes past our faces, and I can hear the sound of crickets, as well as the intoxicating fragrance of flowers.
• You: Let's have a chat, Marquis de Lafayette.

• Lafayette: What do you wish to talk about?

• You: Hmm... That's just too sly of you.

• You: Every time we've been alone together, I've always been the one to speak first, right? Well, indulge me today and you start instead.

• Lafayette: ...I don't know what to say.

• You: You can talk about anything. Don't you have anything to say to me?

• You: You can even complain about me!

• Lafayette: All right, I do have a bit of a complaint.

• You: What?

• I freeze for a while, and Lafayette chuckles.
• Lafayette: I'm just teasing you. Please forgive me.

• Lafayette: Though I have nothing to say, I do have something to give you.

• Lafayette: And this is a good chance to do so... I wonder if you'll be willing be receive it?

• You: Oh, what a lovely surprise.

• You: Of course I'm willing. I'm sure I'll be happy with whatever you give me.

• Lafayette: It's nothing special, just something I made myself.

• Lafayette: I'm not good with words, so I'm using this gift to tell you something.

• Lafayette takes out a small square box and gently, somberly, places it in my palm.
• I open it carefully and see a plain round medallion inside, devoid of markings.
• Then I turn the medallion and the following words are carved on the back: "Protecting you always. Forever yours."
• You: What... does this mean?

• Lafayette: Just a simple promise.

• Lafayette: You are the Queen, and there is nothing I can provide you with.

• Lafayette: I promise that as long as I'm alive, I will do all I can to protect you.

• Lafayette: And of course, stay by your side.

• You: You don't need to do this.

• Lafayette: But I'd be glad to do it. It would bring me peace and joy.

• Lafayette: Are you willing to accept my oath?

• We look at one another, and smile.
• You: Of course I'm willing.

• Obtained Ending: I Belong To You

Louis XVI

• It's been about half a year since the reform.
• Though many unpleasant things still remain, France continues to change and start anew.
• The King decides to hold a grand banquet for everyone to celebrate, and to bless France.

• Before the banquet, Blaisdell arranges for a painter to paint a portrait of the King and I.
• We have to maintain a dignified pose throughout, and the same expressions... and after standing for about an hour, my legs start to ache.
• You: (Painting in the olden days is so tedious... If only cameras exist here... We'd be able to settle this with just one click.)

• You: (Oh my goodness, the painter's only half done...)

• You: (If there has never been a Queen who stood until she fainted, I'm afraid I'm about to become the first one...)

• Perhaps the King sensed something. He turns his head and gives me a look.
• Louis XVI: Let us take a break.

• Le Brun: Your Majesty, the painting's not complete yet.

• Le Brun: A sudden break in the flow would disrupt my artistic expression, and affect the quality of the result.

• You: But your Majesty, I don't think this is the usual practice...

• You: Blaisdell told us that this painting will be hung in the grand hall as a display of royal grandeur.

• You: If the painting isn't good enough, there'll be trouble...

• Louis XVI: If a painting is needed to construct an impression of grandeur, what difference will there between this one and the one in Notre Dame?

• Louis XVI: I was lost before, and kept wondering how to be a good King.

• Louis XVI: And thought I must continue searching for the answer together with you, no matter what... it definitely has nothing to do with paintings.

• Louis XVI: Besides, you're tired.

• You: Oh, I thought I was hiding it pretty well...

• The King looks at me with a knowing, gentle smile.
• Louis XVI: Just humour me.

• Louis XVI: Le Brun, we shall do as I say.

• Le Brun: Of course. I shall obey your Majesty's wishes.

• Le Brun: But... I may have a hard time explaining this to Minister Blaisdell.

• Le Brun: And I never hand over a work that I'm not satisfied with.

• Louis XVI: Everyone says you're the best painter in all of France, and I guess you really are.

• Louis XVI: Your problem has a very simple solution. And you may treat it as a brand new challenge.

• He seems to be thinking about something. His eyes flash dauntingly.
• Louis XVI: Paint us based on your impression of us. Follow your intuition.

• Louis XVI: I am curious about how we are regarded in people's hearts.

• You: Oh, that sounds interesting.

• Le Brun: I have never heard such a strange request.

• Le Brun: Nobles and the wealthy usually ask me to paint them as elegantly and majestically as possible.

• Le Brun: Your Majesty, though you have given me the freedom to choose, I cannot guarantee that I can meet your expectations.

• Louis XVI: No matter. I'm not that much of a weakling.

• Louis XVI: My Queen, what do you think?

• You: I have no opinion. In fact, I'm looking forward to seeing how I'll look like in the painting.

• You: But... I don't know if Blaisdell might have anything to say about the matter.

• Louis XVI: I believe he will be stunned.

• Louis XVI: I have faith in both of us, and I also have faith in Le Brun's skill.

• Le Brun: I am grateful for your support, your Majesties.

• Just as the King and I are about to move from our positions, Le Brun stops us with an apologetic smile on her face.
• You: What's wrong?

• Le Brun: Please remain still for just a little while longer. I want to do my best to remember this setting, so that I can paint it more easily.

• Louis XVI: Looks like we'll have to suffer a bit more.

• You: I guess so.

• Le Brun picks up her brush again. The King and I straighten our backs and smile.

• This time, Le Brun is no longer focussing on brush strokes, but instead, her eyes keep sweeping across us.
• You: (I wonder what we look like in Le Brun's eyes?)

• You: (Are we a pair of successful reformists? Wise rulers in the eyes of the people?)

• You: (An ordinary couple in love?)

• You: (Or... something else I've never imagined?)

• I sincerely hope that besides Marie's natural beauty, I still have something special about me.
• Not the naive, easily spooked me of the past, but someone who has survived many challenges, and whose life has been enriched by many people...
• A brand new me.

• Obtained Ending: For All Eternity