Chapter 384 Farmers

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Joseph knew that the British also wanted to observe what kind of reaction the recently announced French land redemption scheme would provoke, trying to find usable bargaining chips in the process.

However, he had already made thorough preparations and was not about to give the British any opportunity to take advantage.

Eman knocked on the door and entered, pressing his hand to his chest, he said, "Your Highness, the carriage is ready."

Joseph nodded, descended the stairs, and climbed into the carriage, speeding toward the Palace of Versailles. Assuming everything was as expected, those of the Old Nobility would be in a state of panic by now; he had to get there quickly to stabilize the situation.

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Reims.

Zephir Village.

The village chapel was packed with people, and outside, even more people were lined up with bowed heads. It had never been this crowded even when the Church in the city of Reims held large masses here.