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: Louis begins training his eldest son, the Grand Dauphin, for his future as king with the assistance of Rohan. Character Developments
: Louis tasks his brother, Philippe, Duke of Orléans, with overseeing the creation of elaborate court etiquette. The Chevalier de Lorraine convinces Philippe to embrace this role as a way to control the aristocracy like puppeteers. Versailles_1x09
: Henriette of England successfully negotiates the Secret Treaty of Dover with her brother, King Charles II. This alliance secures English support for France against the Dutch in exchange for cash. : Louis begins training his eldest son, the
: Their relationship shifts as they find a new way to exercise influence within the court through the very rules Louis imposed to restrain them. : Henriette of England successfully negotiates the Secret
In Season 1, Episode 9 of Versailles , titled "," the political tension reaches a peak as King Louis XIV solidifies his power through diplomatic success and strict internal control. Key Plot Points
: Despite her diplomatic victory, Henriette returns to France feeling ill and collapses at a masked ball, hinting at a potential poisoning or serious illness.
