Chapter 3 Heading to Paris

Before the queen could speak this time, the tall, thin man with cold eyes suddenly coughed and walked halfway forward:

"Your Majesty the Queen, you seem to have mentioned that you hope that the Crown Prince will participate in politics?"

Queen Mary tilted her head and said calmly:

"Yes, Duke of Orleans, I have reached an agreement with the crown prince. If he completes his university courses, he can participate in national affairs."

The Duke of Orleans narrowed his eyes and thought: The crown prince has always been ordinary, why did he suddenly become so powerful? Had he always been pretending before? But why would he do this? Now that he suddenly shows his strength, what is his plan?

In any case, after years of manipulation, the royal family's prestige has greatly declined and its status has become increasingly unstable. If a "genius prince" suddenly appears, it will definitely enhance the confidence of the ruling and opposition parties in the royal family.

This is very detrimental to your layout, you have to find a way to hold him down!

As soon as he had an idea, he immediately said loudly: "Your Majesty, the prince is still young and has no political experience. I think it is more appropriate to choose an important minister and teach him political knowledge for a few years." Before participating in government affairs. "

Queen Mary frowned slightly. The Duke of Orleans has a point. Although the prince is extremely talented, he is only thirteen years old after all. If he messes up national affairs, it will have a bad impact on his reputation.

She looked at her son and said in a consultative tone: "Joseph, maybe you can study for a while longer."

Joseph glanced at the Duke of Orleans. As a time traveler, he knew the details of this man - Louis XVI's cousin Louis Philippe. Now everyone thinks he is a loyal and patriotic person, but in fact, he has been a loyal and patriotic person since his father's generation. Committed to overthrowing the king's lineage and taking the throne himself.

Historically, after the success of the French Grand Order, when the Girondins voted to decide whether to execute the king, the Duke of Orleans voted in favor without hesitation, and ultimately sentenced Louis XVI to death by a vote of 301:300. It can be said that it was his crucial vote that sent Louis XVI to the guillotine!

Joseph did not expect that he would jump out so hastily and said without giving in:

"Your Majesty, Joan of Arc was the same age as me when she defeated the British army three hundred years ago. She proved herself with practical actions. Please believe in my ability and give me a chance to prove myself!"

Orleans said "seriously and sincerely": "Your Highness, national affairs are of great concern, but it does not mean that you have confidence..."

Joseph couldn't bear it and waved his hand vigorously: "Duke Orleans, this is an agreement between Her Majesty and I, please don't disturb me."

He looked at the queen again: "Mother, as the assistant to the Minister of Finance, can't I also learn from Bishop Briand?"

Several cabinet ministers were stunned. They did not expect that the young crown prince would have the courage to confront the Duke of Orleans. You know, even the chief minister usually has to discuss things with the latter.

The Duke of Orleans did not expect that Joseph would be so disrespectful to him. He was stunned for a long time before he realized what he was doing and said angrily:

"Finance is the lifeline of France, and inexperienced young people must not be allowed to interfere!"

Many ministers around him nodded in agreement. Seeing this, Queen Mary looked at the resolute prince and finally compromised:

"Joseph, you first serve in the city government. If you perform well, we will discuss letting you contact finance."

Joseph glanced at the seven or eight cabinet ministers in the room. It's also hard for the Queen to give him the green light knowing they're here. It seemed that he could only hang out in the city hall for a while, so he nodded and said: "Yes, Her Majesty the Queen."

The Duke of Orleans also wanted to make the matter bigger and stepped forward: "Your Majesty the Queen, the prince should study first..."

"That's it." Queen Mary raised her hand to interrupt him and looked at Brian, "Please continue talking about tax law reform."

Joseph sat aside and after listening to this cabinet meeting, he had a deeper understanding of France's poor financial situation - 90% of the meeting was about money, oh, to be precise, about the lack of money.

After the meeting, the Queen insisted on rewarding him and took him to taste many desserts. It wasn't until his throat hurt from all kinds of elaborate cakes, puddings and Macrons of all colors that he finally regained his freedom.

Joseph came out of the tea room with a heavy heart, and suddenly thought that he might be able to follow the route of Louis XVI.

When he arrived at the king's palace, he was told that Louis XVI was creating an "incomparable masterpiece" and had been eating and sleeping in the lockmaking workshop for three consecutive days without leaving.

Josephton felt a little tired. With a father like this by your side, why worry about going to the guillotine?

Forget it, the elated Pomegranate will probably send himself to find the Queen, Boomerang... He shook his head with a wry smile, turned to Armand and said, "Get the car ready and go directly to the Palace." Paris City Hall. "

"Yes, Your Highness."

When Joseph walked out of the main entrance of the Palace of Versailles, he saw more than ten carriages parked in the marble courtyard in front, and more than sixty-seven people stood respectfully beside them.

He couldn't help but cover his forehead and shook his head. He basically recognized these people. They are all the prince's exclusive entourage, including beauticians, chefs, tailors, etc., and they seem to be planning to go together. No wonder so many carriages were prepared.

Joseph quickly asked Iman to send them back and take the group to the city hall. Wouldn't it be a mess?

Then, he looked at the silver royal carriage parked in front of him. The carriage is elegant in shape, covered with exquisite reliefs, and the corners are decorated with gold filigree. Extremely luxurious.

He thought for a while, turned around and got into an ordinary carriage used by the entourage - if he went out in a royal carriage, he would not be able to feel at ease along the way.

Soon, three gray-black carriages drove out of the Palace of Versailles Square and sped eastward.

The Palace of Versailles is located in the western suburbs of Paris, more than three hours' drive from the city. In the carriage, Joseph yawned boredly. From the corner of his eye, he saw a stack of books on the wooden table in front of him. He picked it up and saw that it was a message from the Paris City Hall.

He looked at Amang who was sitting opposite him. Amang immediately smiled, stroked his chest and saluted. Obviously, he had prepared all this.

Being able to serve as the prince's butler, he has a pair of discerning eyes that ordinary people cannot match. Joseph smiled and nodded to him, and then began to read the information in his hand. The content is very detailed, from the staff structure and functions of the city hall to daily operations.

When Joseph turned to the third page, he saw that the police department was one of the departments below the city hall.

He quickly looked down and confirmed that the Paris police were completely under the jurisdiction of the City Hall, and his eyes lit up.

It seems that going to the city hall this time is not a waste of time. At least the Paris police could clean up their act.

For the people at the bottom of France, law and order disorder is the second biggest nightmare after high taxes! Being stolen or robbed while walking down the street is a small thing. Burglaries, murders and kidnappings are not uncommon. As for the gang members who exploit and oppress citizens all day long, they are a major cancer in Paris.

At present, Europe as a whole has not yet established a modern police system. Public safety still relies on citizens' joint prevention, control and self-protection. Solving crimes is basically a matter of course. Crime is rampant and ordinary people are at risk.

Therefore, revamping the police force is of great significance. Solving public safety issues can greatly improve social stability, and social stability can greatly reduce the public's impulse to kill the royal family.

Joseph finished looking through the information in the city hall and carefully thought about the details of improving the police. The carriage had entered the city of Paris, and a suffocating rancid smell suddenly drifted through the window.