Louise de la Vallière Chapter 47 - Madame de Belliere's Plate and Diamonds

In which the magnanimity of Fouquet shines through as he orchestrates a splendid supper to honour Madame de Belliere, whose past generosity is unveiled in jewels and plate of unsurpassed splendour, evoking admiration and heartfelt toasts from their assembled company. Amidst the convivial warmth, an unexpected and weighty visitor arrives, casting a shadow that touches the revelry with a tremulous note of foreboding.