I Am Louis XIV

This answer is surprising, but not so surprising - the Roman Church and France were once as close as one family, but now they are on the same level. This is an inevitable result, just like now, regardless of Leopold I's Holy Rome The empire seems to have inherited France's past status - in the heart of the Roman Church, but that is only because the emperor needs the church to help him fight against those Protestant princes and France. If not, you will see a more exciting war Big drama.

When Madame Montespan proudly placed her chips in front of the king, the king also wondered whether she had used her talents - but Madame Montespan and her two sisters failed to inherit their mother's special qualities. , Madame Montespan’s mother can make a Duke do whatever it takes for her, but they can’t, they don’t have this magic power, this thing should be a good thing for them, but it is not for Madame Montespan, she It was really too bad that she could make the weak-willed Mr. Marquis kneel at her feet, but could not stifle the desire for exclusivity and sadism that arose from it.

The death of Mr. Marquis must have something to do with Madame Montespan, but when the king went to investigate, there was only a white skeleton six feet under. The wizards had too many methods against mortals - they thought Montespan was there at that time. Mrs. Pan's power may come from the Mancini family or other families in Gaiola, but when the Duke of Colonna recaptured Gaiola, they knew that their idea was wrong.

When there is only one answer left to a question, no matter how incredible the answer is, it is possible. So Louis did not hesitate to push back along the results and add in the assumptions about the church, and then all the unreasonable places are there. explain.

First, let’s look at the letters. The Grand Duke of Tuscany is in Italy. Siena, where he often stays, was once the birthplace and territory of a Roman pope. It would be easy for the church to place people in it. The same is true for the Grand Duke of Modena’s territory. Also in the Romagna region, you only need to ride a horse in one day to reach Rome. Pigeons are faster. Of course, Italians have been using pigeons to send messages as early as Alexander VI.

As for the diamond powder, even if the church did not place a chess piece next to the Grand Duke of Modena, the Duke of York, who was said to be interested in converting to Catholicism, had already become the target of their concern, although Charles II had promised to convert to Catholicism after quelling the rebellion in the country. , but now it seems that he prefers to swing between Catholicism and Protestantism, trying his best to maximize the interests, and even delayed the baptism of his first-born son.

Louis' spies reported that Charles II was preparing to create a "high-school" Protestant church in the country. To put it simply, it was another Catholic church, but he was the leader. This coquettish approach undoubtedly left people speechless. At the same time, it also made the Catholic Church even more embarrassed.

So they must stop the Duke of York's impulsiveness - maybe not that impulsive. Anyway, the Duke of York must not die in France for murdering the Duchess of Orleans. They already know Louis XIV very well. If the Duchess of Orleans dies, even if there is a church And Charles II, the French king will definitely kill the Duke of York. Anyway, Britain and France have been enemies for a hundred years, and they can continue to do so. Louis was willing to help Charles II not because of anything between them. Real emotions, but because the authority of the king cannot be underestimated. At that time, Charles II was already a mature young man and Louis was still a teenager. What topics could they have that fit together?

As for the silver key of Caiola Island, it goes without saying that the Roman Church knows what the other world is like better than any other ruler. For example, the priests in the Inquisition were originally from the other world, the society of wizards. There should also be many of their "own people"...

As for Madame de Montespan, who spent all her childhood and girlhood in a convent, could it be simpler for the church to intervene and influence her?

"And what shall we do to the lady?" asked Philip.

"We have encountered two very interesting questions," Louis said: "First, how did Madame Aubigne decide to visit Madame Montespan? Second," he gestured slightly and then raised his eyebrows. Picking up a second finger: "Second, how did Madame Montespan happily introduce Champagne to her? Others may not know it, but she should know that Champagne's other identity is your secret agent."

"They, no, it should be said that the Roman Church is willing to compromise with you."

"It seems that the Grand Duke of Transylvania did threaten Leopold I." Louis said: "He was so eager to enter into a marriage contract with Carlos II of Spain for this reason - Special The Grand Duke of Lansylvania not only conquered Upper Hungary (modern Czechoslovakia) and almost cut off Austria from the rest of the Holy Roman Empire, but he also intended to ally with the Ottoman Turks," Louis changed his gesture and spread his fingers. Wrapping another fist: "Although Leopold I wanted to establish a standing army like me from very early on, he was still unable to face two powerful enemies at the same time."

"Ten years ago, the Habsburgs were still relying on mercenaries and the armies of princes to fight the Turks," Philip said: "Although Leopold I was the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, his voice could only echo in Vienna. , he is just a blind pathetic man who cannot be compared with you at all."

"You need not be so flattering to me," said Louis; "leave your sweet words to the Duchess of Orleans or your lover."

"Then, coming back," Philip said: "The Roman Church obviously found that it could not get help from Leopold I. On the contrary, it might have to pay some back, so it decided to change its course!"

“It can only be said to be hedging one’s bets,” Louis said. “It’s like being the Grand Duke of Tuscany.”

"As far as I know, his solution to the problem is now very simple. When Leopold I asked him to become his ally, he refused simply - he said in the letter that if he became the Holy Roman Empire His ally, Louis XIV of France, will fly and hang his head on his mast."

Now Louis actually laughed for a while.

"The Grand Duke of Transylvania..." Philip said: "You know, he is a bold man. Not only is he discussing with the Sultan of Ottoman Turkey how to conquer Austria, he is also planning to enter into a marriage relationship with you. "

"Wait?" This was something Louis didn't know. He stretched out his hand, and Philip took out a piece of information from his pocket and sent it to the king. Louis opened it and looked at it, "He finally gave up on the idea."

"Because he knows that such a proposal will only anger you." The title of the Grand Duke of Transylvania actually comes from the Sultan of Ottoman Turkey, which is not recognized in the Catholic and Protestant countries of Europe. In this case, he Before truly becoming the lord of Hungary, coveting members of the French royal family was an act of transgression, worthy of having his limbs cut off and then hanged.

"The Grand Duke of Transylvania only has one daughter now," Philip said: "If he intends to marry, is he interested in my son?"

"Maybe it's little Louis."

"Don't make such jokes." Philip said. He saw Louis knocking on the table thoughtfully: "But it is also possible that another son, Philip, Mrs. Montespan is pregnant."

Phillip was startled at first, and then showed a gloomy smile: "No wonder they decided to reveal their trump card at this time."

"I don't know about Madame Aubigne, but Madame Montespan must want to wait a little longer," Louis said, "but it may be that she is pregnant, so the Roman Church will not wait until she completely conquers me. Once I am willing to trust her and love her, so the church’s constraints on her will be gone.”

Phillip sighed: "I didn't expect that she would get pregnant so soon... I don't know how little Lucy should face her."

"You don't have to face it," Louis glanced at Philip in surprise: "Why do you have to face it? I asked her to go to Fontainebleau to recuperate."

"Well," said Philip, "I know now that you really are not in love with her."

"She's a capable and good subordinate, I have to admit," Louis said. "But she also got what she wanted, didn't she?"

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When the Duke of Colonna returned to Paris, he did not see Madame Montespan, because the royal wife needed the king's permission to announce her pregnancy, even though she deliberately designed a new style of long skirt-that is, moving the waistline to Under her chest, she exposed her swollen belly to everyone. There was no news in the palace that the royal wife was pregnant.

This made the Duke of Colonna feel much better. Although a large part of the reason for Marie Mancini's imprisonment was his own fault, the fact that Mrs. Montespan, the instigator, could still be so proud really made him feel uncomfortable, but he could not ask the king to Rejecting Mrs. Montespan's flattery - after hearing that Mrs. Montespan was likely to be the "special messenger" of the Roman Church, he also persuaded Louis to be more tolerant. After all, Mrs. Montespan was pregnant with his younger brother and sister.

"Precisely because they are your younger siblings," Louis said gently, "that's why I want her to understand the boundaries between this child and you." Duke Colonna raised his head and saw a pair of children who were just like him. From the eyes of the same aquamarine: "She is also a witch. Little Louis' position is absolutely unshakable to her. She knows this better than your mother..." Louis patted Duke Colonna's back: "But you are different. In Mrs. Montespan's mind, you are an obstacle that needs to be overcome - what will she think? She will hope that her children have the same status as you."

"But that's impossible," Louis said coldly: "You are my firstborn son, Luciano. You were born in love. Although it left quickly, I love you as much as I love you." Mother, I will never let anyone override you, not even little Louis."

"I understand, father," the Duke of Colonna whispered: "I understand." In fact, when he and little Louis were still in their infancy, Louis had set two equally grand and broad roads for them. And they will never cross each other, so he can still get along well with the crown prince Louis when Mary Mancini reveals his true nature - they love each other like real brothers, except occasionally Show pity or ridicule the other person.

"But what about Madame Montespan's child?"

"They will live a comfortable and peaceful life under the supervision of the Duke of Orleans." Louis said, he did not intentionally refuse Mrs. Montespan's approach. As a king, he did not have such a mysophobia, but the child would not be the second child. Luciano, not even the second Duke of Hallebour, would not receive any power from Louis.

Those children may not even be present at court.

The Duke of Colonna sighed softly and reassuringly. He knew that it was wrong to anger an innocent baby, but he could not bear to see them beside his father. When he saw them, he would think of the name of an unknown person. The mother whose identity remains in the Bastille.

"Have you visited your mother?"

"Go." This is necessary. Even before meeting Louis, Mary Mancini will definitely be waiting for him full of regret and fear. If anything happens to the Duke of Colonna, she will definitely choose to commit suicide.

"Then go again," said Louis, "with Anna of the Medici."

"May I?"

"She is your wife," Louis said. "She must know that I will let Elario accompany you. When you retreat, tell Mary that she can take off the mask and meet you with her true face." .”

"I don't know how to thank you."

"Just don't blame me for being ruthless," Louis blinked: "I know some people often say that I am too king."

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Anna of the Medici saw her future husband the next day, and she shyly accepted the gardenias he brought - I don’t know if it was because she wore a gardenia crown when she met the king, and then He asked her to go to a place with him to meet an important person, but not with her wet nurse and maid.

Although Madame Barbie insisted on following, in the end the female officer Madame Aubigne agreed to the Duke's request in a rather tough attitude. She later said to Madame Barbie - the marriage can be annulled before the sexual intercourse. So Mrs. Barbara obediently said nothing, and what if they stayed together? The Duke of Colonna is certainly an adult, but Princess Anna is not even taller than his waist.

The Duke of Colonna's carriage slowly made its way along the Queen's Boulevard (which had been extended to the Place de la Bastille) towards its destination, passing groups of gorgeously dressed pedestrians, with Anna of the Medici hiding behind the glass windows. Finally, staring outside with a fixed posture, eyes fixed - in addition to the outstanding figures who received the invitation, some unknown painters, sculptors, musicians, dancers and actors also poured into Paris, and they were in Paris. Performing and displaying one's works on the Queen's Boulevard, in addition to asking for a little money to pay for one's meals and accommodation, is also eager to be appreciated by a noble person, such as the old and impoverished Rembrandt. He quickly became a royal painter.