Episodes

  • Ten Years Later Chapter 56 - Story of a Dryad and a Naiad

    Ten Years Later Chapter 56 - Story of a Dryad and a Naiad
    Jun 30 2026
    In which the assembly at Madame’s evening reception unfolds with all the grace, wit, and subtle court intrigues characteristic of the French nobility, as Saint-Aignan captivates the company with a tale of mythical Dryads and youthful shepherds set in the verdant park of Fontainebleau. The story, richly adorned with compliments and social manoeuvring, sets the scene for a delicate interplay of characters amidst the charm and gaiety of the royal court.
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    28 mins
  • Ten Years Later Chapter 55 - Happy as a Prince

    Ten Years Later Chapter 55 - Happy as a Prince
    Jun 30 2026
    In which the intricate dance of courtly favour and jealousy unfolds, as men of rank scheme and seek reconciliation amid the whims and caprices of noble ladies and princes, with alliances formed and appointments sought as pathways to favour. Amidst this delicate politicking, Raoul prepares for a royal mission abroad bearing the hopes and import of his heart, while the prince, buoyant in self-admiration and tentative affections, plots a sentimental retreat with his elusive wife.
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    42 mins
  • Ten Years Later Chapter 57 - Conclusion of the Story of a Naiad and of a Dryad

    Ten Years Later Chapter 57 - Conclusion of the Story of a Naiad and of a Dryad
    Jun 30 2026
    In which a vivid and poetic portraiture of three shepherdesses—Phyllis, Amaryllis, and Galatea—is unveiled amidst a gathering of noble listeners, their characters entwined with allegorical charm and youthful romance. Yet beneath the surface, subtle tensions emerge as an amused princess recounts a more candid narrative from a playful Naiad, revealing secret affections and ruffling the composure of courtly personages with gentle irony and whispered truths.
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    21 mins
  • Ten Years Later Chapter 54 - A Mission

    Ten Years Later Chapter 54 - A Mission
    Jun 29 2026
    In which the young ladies navigate the delicate intrigues and whispered suspicions of courtly life, their secret burden heavy upon their hearts as they seek counsel in the shadows of the gardens. And in the midst of tender confidences and sudden summons, a swift departure summons one to a royal mission, leaving friendships tested and futures uncertain under the watchful eyes of the château.
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    24 mins
  • Ten Years Later Chapter 53 - The State Secret

    Ten Years Later Chapter 53 - The State Secret
    Jun 29 2026
    In which a dying Jesuit general, burdened with the weighty secrets and intrigues of his order, summons a curious assembly of spies and schemers to judge the worth of their hidden knowledge and chooses his successor with grave solemnity amid whispered plots against the Society of Jesus. The newly anointed leader, Aramis, emerges as a man of ambition and cunning tasked with navigating a perilous web of political machinations, secret debts, and shadowy enemies that threaten to unravel the very fabric of Europe’s power.
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    29 mins
  • Ten Years Later Chapter 52 - A Jesuit of the Eleventh Year

    Ten Years Later Chapter 52 - A Jesuit of the Eleventh Year
    Jun 29 2026
    In which a mysterious and ailing Jesuit, cloaked in secrecy and bearing the marks of a high rank within his order, arrives at an inn where his status commands quiet respect and careful attention. Through a solemn dialogue with his physician, the gravity of his condition is revealed, underscoring a resolute acceptance of fate intertwined with the duties of an unwavering devotion.
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    14 mins
  • Ten Years Later Chapter 49 - The Labyrinth

    Ten Years Later Chapter 49 - The Labyrinth
    Jun 28 2026
    In which a nocturnal conference between two discreet acquaintances reveals a tangle of intrigue and misplaced directions amidst the secretive corridors and labyrinthine gardens of Fontainebleau, where shadows cloak whispered anxieties and uncertain hopes. The sudden appearance of a third party alters the course of their plans, inviting the young adventurers to navigate both the physical maze before them and the complex social entanglements within.
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    16 mins
  • Ten Years Later Chapter 51 - What Actually Occurred at the Inn Called the Beau Paon

    Ten Years Later Chapter 51 - What Actually Occurred at the Inn Called the Beau Paon
    Jun 28 2026
    In which we are introduced to the curious inn of the Beau Paon at Fontainebleau, a place both bustling and secretive, where a diverse group of mysterious travellers have taken lodgings under obscure circumstances. Among them, the clever but puzzled Malicorne finds himself caught in a web of intrigue involving reserved rooms, hidden identities, and unexpected arrivals that disturb the delicate balance of this discreet sanctuary.
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    25 mins