"Of course, the Duke of Champagne has also contributed to many affairs of the kingdom. Even if he hasn't accomplished anything particularly remarkable, he has certainly worked hard. Moreover, the late King held his father in high regard, and when I was young, I also received considerable care from the former Duke of Champagne."
As she spoke, Lina suddenly became emotional, her eyes glistening with tears. She even took out a handkerchief to dab at the corners of her eyes, as though overwhelmed by fond memories.
Everyone present knew perfectly well that she was talking nonsense. How much care could she possibly have received from the former Duke of Champagne, considering how young she had been when he died? Nevertheless, no one dared to expose her. Instead, the nobles began nodding in agreement, offering their own words of praise and recalling the late duke's supposed virtues as though they had all been moved by the same touching memories.
