Ep. 18: Fersen returns to France and discusses marriage with Oscar while Antoinette reacts emotionally
Aired on February 13, 1980
Fersen's arrival forces assassins to flee, allowing Oscar to recover at her manor where she identifies Polignac as the plot's mastermind. Charlotte is distressed by her mother's murder attempt against Oscar. Fersen explains his trip to France involves business and his father's wish for him to marry. He reveals a prospective bride he has not met and asks Oscar if marriage must be based on love. Antoinette is initially happy about his return but cries upon hearing his marriage plans. Oscar confronts Fersen, who admits he is in love with the Queen and seeks to leave those feelings behind. Distressed, Oscar attends the opera alone. Later, Antoinette arrives late to the concert and encounters Fersen in the woods, leading to an intimate moment.
Episodes
- Ep. 14 · Oscar rescues Rosalie from attacking Madame Jarjayes and offers mentorship.
- Ep. 15 · Antoinette faces heir pressure and gambling addiction orchestrated by Polignac while Oscar struggles to intervene.
- Ep. 16 · Rosalie Endures Ballroom Humiliation While Jeanne and Nicholas Execute a Deceptive Scheme
- Ep. 17 · Oscar and Rosalie face court dangers and Polignac's deadly traps while seeking Rosalie's mother.
- Ep. 18 · Fersen returns to France and discusses marriage with Oscar while Antoinette reacts emotionally
- Ep. 19 · Polignac forces Charlotte into marriage while Rosalie seeks revenge for her mother's death.
- Ep. 20 · Fersen departs France for America after resolving his affair with the Queen
- Ep. 21 · Cardinal Rohan schemes with Jeanne to manipulate Oscar and the Queen for personal gain.
- Ep. 22 · The Queen retreats to Petit Trianon while the Diamond Necklace scandal unfolds.