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THE GRAND STORY OF THE SEEMINGLY IMPOSSIBLE ADVENTURES OF BARON BRITPOP BLASTFURNACE
Emperor Joseph Arrives / Lafayette Intercedes
Baron Britpop Blastfurnace • Part 38
Emperor Joseph Arrives
A few days later, Andelbert and I explored the grounds of the palace on horseback. I had arranged to show Andelbert the Queen’s Hamlet. He was amazed that such a place would be built simply for the entertainment of the Queen.
As we were wandering around the Hamlet, a footman rode up.
“You have been summoned to the palace for an audience with the King.”
“Then we better not keep him waiting,” I said.
As we rode back, I turned to Andelbert and said, “I hope I have not done anything to offend the King.”
“You said he was impressed with your horseshoes. Perhaps he wants to show his thanks in private.”
“I hope so. I am still nervous around him.”
“That is normal.”
“I suppose you are right.”
We arrived at the palace, and Andelbert headed back to his room. The footman delivered me to one of the King’s guards, who escorted me to a spacious open room with a large round table in…
