I'm the Dauphin in France

Chapter 1392 The Desire to Lie Down

In early June, the sun becomes more active, filling the whole world with bright light, which makes people feel relaxed and happy.

The temperature has also warmed up considerably, and the fireplaces in Versailles Palace no longer crackle. The young ladies have even changed into thinner dresses that accentuate their figures.

The first session of the French Senate is being held in the golden conference hall.

Since the Senate seats were all appointed by Joseph and there was the existing administrative framework of the previous cabinet, it quickly got into operation.

At the head of the conference table, Joseph pinned a "Medal of Distinguished Service" to Archbishop Briand's chest and said from the bottom of his heart, "Thank you for your enormous contributions to France and your absolute loyalty to the country. I believe that all French officials in the future will take you as their role model."

Brian bowed deeply, somewhat excited, took a deep breath, and choked out, "Your Highness, to serve you is the proudest thing in my life!"

"I will always be at your service whenever you need me."

Just now, Joseph formally accepted Brian's request for retirement and conferred upon him the title of Prince Archbishop and a medal for distinguished service.

In fact, Brian had submitted his resignation earlier this year due to his advanced age, but Joseph allowed him to persist until now in order to smoothly establish the two houses.

However, he was unaware that in another part of history, he had been arrested by the National Assembly six years earlier for treason and died of a stroke due to the harsh interrogation.

Over the years, as First Minister, he has been working with Joseph to implement various reforms, and his abilities are quite good; he has indeed made significant contributions to France.

He has now been able to retire with honor.

After Joseph praised Brian again, he looked at Mirabeau: "Today is truly a day of reflection for me. Two of the best 'navigators' are about to leave the Senate, this giant ship, at the same time."

"However, I hope that your bodies can recover through rest."

Yes, Mirabo is retiring too.

In fact, his health was worse than that of Archbishop Briand. He had been suffering from heart disease and pneumonia, and had he not been taking salicylic acid brought by Joseph, he would likely have died of his illness nine years ago, just as history has shown.

However, although his pneumonia is now under control, his health has deteriorated to the point where he must go home to rest immediately because he does not abstain from alcohol and sex.

Joseph also awarded him the Medal of Distinguished Service.

Joseph then gestured to Baron Bretteau: "Baron Bretteau will become the new Prime Minister of the Empire."

The latter immediately stood up and exclaimed, “Your trust is my greatest honor! I will faithfully follow the dust raised by your hooves! May God show me the clear path and the courage to bear this heavy responsibility.”

Then, following standard court etiquette, he approached the Crown Prince, bowed, and solemnly accepted the gilded letter of appointment. Baron Brett's loyalty to the royal family was beyond doubt, but Joseph appointed him as Prime Minister of the Empire because of his hereditary noble status.

He could make the old nobles stand firmly on the side of the royal family.

As for Baron Breuer's abilities, Joseph didn't have many expectations. Although the Prime Minister of the Empire was the most powerful minister in France, in reality, Joseph handled most of the major affairs, and he often played the role of a mouthpiece and progress monitor.

Joseph then looked at the person sitting slightly behind the conference table: "Appoint Baron Campassiers as Minister of Justice."

His gaze fell on a man further out: "Appoint Mr. Jean-Antoine Chaptal as Minister of Industry."

Both of them were people Joseph had been watching closely for a long time; they were both extremely capable.

Campaceles was a key contributor to the Louis Code, while Chaptal was a renowned chemist, doctor, and factory owner who also worked for the French Industrial Association and the Industrial Development Fund, making him a talented individual skilled in both technology and administration.

Although they were all ranked 20th or lower in the Senate, their administrative positions in the government and their positions in the Senate were not necessarily linked.

Today's meeting mainly focused on announcing the appointments of the French top leadership, so all the agenda items were completed before noon.

Of course, once the list of senators and the news of the appointment of new government officials are published, the impact will inevitably be significant.

Joseph, on the other hand, felt relaxed and envisioned a life where he could leave most of the trivial matters to the Senate. He prepared to head to the royal hunting grounds west of Versailles with Alexandra.

He had just stepped into the marble courtyard when he saw Security Director Lavallet rushing towards him. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly, realizing that a complete "laissez-faire" was just wishful thinking.

He simply let Lavalette get into the carriage, and they talked all the way.

"Your Highness, it concerns the Swiss situation."

The security chief glanced cautiously at the Crown Princess beside him, and only continued after the Crown Prince nodded: "According to our intelligence in Vienna and the information we obtained in Bern, the reason why the protests in Basel, Zurich and other places were quickly suppressed was probably due to Austrian interference."

"Do you think we should offer assistance to the protesters?"

The "protesters" he referred to were actually people who supported the incorporation of Basel and other areas into France.

Joseph narrowed his eyes: "Vienna is indeed getting restless. But we don't need to get involved for now."

(I have some things to take care of at home today, please excuse me.)
(End of this chapter)