Versailles_1x09 | Essential — 2027 |

: Louis begins training his eldest son, the Grand Dauphin, for his future as king with the assistance of Rohan. Character Developments

: Chief of Police Fabien Marchal works to dismantle a secret society serving William of Orange. He uncovers the fraud of the Pau ladies (including his lover, Beatrice) and discretely executes the poison monger and Beatrice's mother. Versailles_1x09

: Louis tasks his brother, Philippe, Duke of Orléans, with overseeing the creation of elaborate court etiquette. The Chevalier de Lorraine convinces Philippe to embrace this role as a way to control the aristocracy like puppeteers. : Louis begins training his eldest son, the

In Season 1, Episode 9 of Versailles , titled "," the political tension reaches a peak as King Louis XIV solidifies his power through diplomatic success and strict internal control. Key Plot Points : Louis tasks his brother, Philippe, Duke of