After dinner, Joseph accompanied Alexandra to the Grand Trianon Palace.
There was the clanging sound around them, as dozens of craftsmen were busy with renovations under the glow of the gas street lamps.
"Look, an open-air studio will be built over there," The Crown Princess enthusiastically pointed to a nearby high platform, "Sitting there, you can see the entire fountain and the woods beyond.
"This area will be converted into a music hall, though it won't be large, the acoustics will definitely be excellent."
Joseph continuously smiled and nodded, occasionally offering simple suggestions for adjustments.
Indeed, this area has now become the Crown Princess's "private resting zone."
Originally built by Louis XIV for Madam Mantenon, it later served as a guest reception area for the King. However, since Louis XVI often stayed in the Royal Workshop, this place almost became deserted and was then given to his daughter-in-law as a wedding gift.
