As Marianne walks home, her mind keeps replaying Louis's words. She can't help but feel a sense of sadness and loss, knowing that Louis would soon be gone and she would be left alone in Westminster. She wants to tell Louis not to go, but she knows it is Louis's career, and the king can send him anywhere he pleases.
The following day, a messenger arrives at the Viscount's house, bearing a package of documents. Marianne hurries to collect the package before the servant can reach it, and she thanks the messenger before entering her study. The servants, Viscountess and Beatrice looks at her and wonders why she is in an hurry.
The Viscountess and her daughter exchanges curious looks, wondering what iss in the package that is so important. The Viscountess and Beatrice has been trying to win her favor all morning, hoping she would forgive her for them and maybe beg the Viscount for them. But Marianne has been so cold and distant, refusing to give them the time of day.
