The Affair of the Necklace: 1-7 Greed

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The meeting restores Rohan's faith in Jeanne. As the de la Motte are living beyond their means, the greedy Jeanne hatches a plan regarding the diamond necklace.

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Style: No dress-up component Rewards: 3,000 , 600 , 1 , 1 , 1

Dialogue Choices

It's obvious he wants something.

• Chat happily
• Mock him

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• The day after the garden meetup, I received a letter from Rohan.
• Jeanne: "My dear Comtesse, I cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for me."

• Jeanne: "I'm sorry for doubting you..."

• Jeanne: Ha ha! What a moron, Rohan! Walking straight into my trap.

• Comte de la Motte: My lady, I take it all back.

• Comte de la Motte: I'm certain Rohan will bring us great wealth. And it couldn't have happened if you hadn't masterminded the whole thing.

• Nicholas suddenly appears by my side, giving me a saccharine smile. Something is up...
• It's obvious he wants something.

Chat happily

• Jeanne: You finally get it.

• Comte de la Motte: Yes, my lady.

• Comte de la Motte: Since Rohan trusts us completely, we should exploit him further.

• Jeanne: What great idea do you have now?

• Comte de la Motte: Rohan's "charity money" will guarantee us a good life.

• Comte de la Motte: But we can't rely on him to keep his promise. What if we're found out?

• Jeanne: Yes, that's a valid concern.

• Jeanne: I'm guessing you want to make a killing once and for all?

• Comte de la Motte: Seems like I cannot hide anything from you, can I?

• Comte de la Motte: Didn't Rohan mention sending the Queen a rare gift?

• Comte de la Motte: I bet he only said that on the spur of the moment. But let's make that happen.

• Jeanne: Yes, we should definitely lend our beloved friend a helping hand.

• Comte de la Motte: We'll help him with the gift selection. An expensive gift selection.

• Jeanne: I have something in mind.

• Comte de la Motte: That was quick!

• Jeanne: Of course. What do you take me for?

• Jeanne: It's time to pay Rohan a visit.

Mock him

• Jeanne: Is our dear Comte de la Motte finally admitting his short-sightedness?

• Comte de la Motte: Surely you jest, my love.

• Comte de la Motte: You've always have had my full support!

• Jeanne: Is that why you found a whore who looks exactly like the Queen?

• Comte de la Motte: A mere coincidence, my dear. It simply means that God wills your success.

• Jeanne: Hah. Of course.

• Comte de la Motte: You may not believe me, but I truly wish for your success!

• Jeanne: Oh really? You've gambled away Rohan's money.

• Jeanne: Every. Last. Livre. You pathetic fool!

• Comte de la Motte: Now, now, calm down, my dear. I was wrong for doing so.

• Comte de la Motte: Which is why I'm trying to make amends.

• Jeanne: Is that so? Then I expect the great Comte to return the money to me. And don't forget the interest.

• Comte de la Motte: Of course! Though, I may need some assistance...

• Jeanne: Bah.

• I want to ignore this hypocrite, but what he says next catches me by surprise.
• Comte de la Motte: Since Rohan trusts us...

• Comte de la Motte: Why don't we make full use of him?

• Jeanne: What do you have in mind?

• Comte de la Motte: Will you forgive me for everything I've done, my love?

• Jeanne: Of course, my dear husband. We are married after all.

• Comte de la Motte: Truly a virtuous wife!

• Jeanne: Now, tell me the plan.

• Comte de la Motte: As you wish, my love.

• Comte de la Motte: Rohan may not suspect you now,

• Comte de la Motte: but he will sooner or later.

• Jeanne: I agree. Go on.

• Comte de la Motte: We should aim for a big score while he still trusts you.

• Comte de la Motte: Didn't Rohan mention sending the Queen a rare gift?

• Comte de la Motte: I bet he only said that on the spur of the moment. But let's make that happen.

• Jeanne: An extravagant gift, you say?

• Comte de la Motte: We will "help" him choose the perfect gift for Her Majesty.

• Comte de la Motte: Whether the Queen receives it or not, is a totally different matter.

• Jeanne: If that's the case, I already have something in mind...

• Comte de la Motte: That was quick! I expected nothing less from my beautiful wife!

• Jeanne: Hahaha! Of course. I am Jeanne de Valois after all.

• Jeanne: It's time to pay Cardinal de Rohan a visit!

• It is late at night, and I can see Rohan's face clearly. I can tell he regards me with great respect and gratitude.
• I laugh inside at his trembling silhouette. What a foolish man.
• Jeanne: I must offer my apologies, Cardinal Rohan. It is most unfortunate that we can only meet late at night in a dark alley.

• Jeanne: However, the matter I'm about to discuss with you is of grave importance. We need the privacy.

• Rohan: Do not worry, Comtesse.

• Rohan: You helped me reconcile with the Queen. I would do anything to repay your kindness!

• Jeanne: You're too kind! God allowed you to bond with Her Majesty.

• Jeanne: I was merely a messenger.

• Rohan: The Comtesse's benevolence knows no bounds! Now tell me, what troubles you?

• Rohan: I will do everything in my power to aid you!

• Jeanne: Thank you! But it is not I who is troubled. It is the Queen.

• Rohan: The Queen? What ill fortune has befallen Her Majesty?

• Jeanne: Be at ease, Cardinal Rohan. It isn't anything serious.

• Jeanne: But the Queen has an unfulfilled wish...

• Jeanne: I was wondering if we could help Her Majesty fulfill that wish.

• Rohan: The Queen's wish? Please, tell me more!

• Jeanne: I assume you know of a particular diamond necklace? It is famed for its luster and value.

• Rohan: Do you mean the du Barry necklace?

• Jeanne: Indeed.

• Rohan: There have been rumors that the Queen wants the necklace...

• Jeanne: You catch on quickly. But it's not just a rumor.

• Jeanne: No one can resist the allure of such a beautiful necklace.

• Jeanne: Much less a Queen.

• Rohan: Only a Queen deserves such a necklace.

• Jeanne: Sadly, the treasury is in a tight spot at the moment. Her Majesty cannot openly purchase the necklace with what little coin we have left...

• Jeanne: The necklace remains out of Her Majesty's grasp.

• Rohan: Ah yes, the necklace is extremely expensive...

• Jeanne: Her Majesty is aware...

• Jeanne: But to every woman, gazing upon beautiful jewelry is akin to gazing upon her one true love...

• Rohan: Preposterous! Is the Queen denying her desires because of naysayers?

• Jeanne: Yes... But that is where you come in! You can purchase the necklace on Her Majesty's behalf...

• Jeanne: Naturally, the Queen will not have you shoulder the burden of the purchase. You just have to pay in advance...

• Rohan: Oh my, Her Majesty should have just asked! I will gladly assist!

• Rohan: Please let Her Majesty know, Comtesse. Tell her her wish will be granted!

• Jeanne: Of course, Cardinal. I know you won't disappoint her.

• Rohan: (I've been fretting over what to do ever since I blurted that I'd give the Queen a special gift...)

• Rohan: (This is an excellent opportunity. I must give that necklace to Her Majesty as soon as possible!)

• Bohmer: Welcome!

• Rohan: Hello, you must be Monsieur Bohmer, the owner.

• Bohmer: Oh good sir, I'm honored you know my name.

• Bohmer: Yes, I'm the shop owner Bohmer.

• Rohan: Monsieur Bohmer, I am Louis de Rohan.

• Bohmer: Oh, the respected Cardinal! Your presence is a great honor to my little shop!

• Bohmer: What kind of jewelry would you like? I can give you some recommendations. These are all the latest--

• Rohan: No, I am not here to buy these.

• Rohan: I am here on behalf of a distinguished lady.

• Bohmer: I see. Could you tell me who the lady--

• Rohan: Monsieur Bohmer, this is not a good place to discuss that.

• Bohmer: Forgive me for my foolishness, good sir.

• Bohmer: I will temporarily close the shop.

• The Comtesse is right. Bohmer is a merchant good at reading the situation. He closes the shop.
• Even the dim interior can't do anything to hide the sparkle of the jewelry. This is indeed the most luxurious shop in Paris.
• Rohan: I heard you have an extraordinary diamond necklace here. Is that true?

• Bohmer is visibly excited upon hearing my words.
• Bohmer: Yes, indeed! If you would like to purchase this necklace, I can bring it to you right away.

• Rohan: Yes, I do want to buy this necklace.

• Rohan: But the price of 2,000,000 livres is much too steep.

• Bohmer: Good sir, you would not say that if you had seen the necklace. It is definitely worth more than that.

• Bohmer eagerly takes out an exquisite box and carefully presents it to me.
• My goodness! I swear to God that I've never seen a necklace as extravagant and mesmerizing as this...
• It should indeed belong only to the Queen!
• Rohan: Please do not be mistaken, I do not intend to bargain.

• Bohmer: That is great, good sir. Customers with an eye for jewelry are exceedingly rare indeed.

• Rohan: However, it's difficult to amass such a massive sum of money at short notice.

• Rohmer: Perhaps we can work around it.

• Bohmer: Are you saying--

• Rohan: Installments.

• Rohan: I'll pay you 500,000 livres every month, so it'll be fully paid for in four months.

• Bohmer: Sir, this is indeed a good way to resolve the issue.

• Bohmer: But it's difficult for a small shop like ours to survive in this posh city. The necklace is simply too valuable...

• Rohan: I understand your concern, but do not worry. The lady who sent me will give you an absolute guarantee.

• As expected, the cunning businessman will not give in easily. Fortunately, the Queen personally wrote an authorization letter and had the Comtesse pass it to me.
• Rohan: This is the lady's letter of request. She can prove my credibility.

• Bohmer: Goodness! This letter was handwritten by the Queen!

• Rohan: The bottom of the letter bears the royal seal. There is no doubt it is genuine.

• Bohmer: Of course, good sir. It's just that the Queen has previously--

• Rohan: Oh yes, and that is what I was going say next.

• Rohan: I believe you know the people are unhappy with the Queen for buying the necklace.

• Bohmer: Yes, that is true. The poor Queen, she ought to have all that is beautiful in the world.

• Rohan: You are right. And that is why our transaction must be a secret.

• Bohmer: Understood.

• Rohan: And as for the installments...

• Bohmer: I will never doubt you or the Queen.

• Bohmer: As long as you pay the deposit today, this necklace is yours to bring to the Queen.

• Rohan: Of course. I have brought the money.

• With the precious diamond necklace in my hands, I can already see the Queen's lovely smile.
• I look forward to our next meeting and to hearing her sweet, angel-kissed voice...