Le chevalier d'Harmental

In the crisp morning of March 22, 1718, a young seigneur rides a sleek Spanish horse to the far end of the Pont Neuf, his posture as rigid as a sentry’s. He soon spots a larger, swaggering figure—a half‑civilian, half‑military captain with a battered hat and a sparkling sword—making a theatrical entrance from the Place Dauphine. Their brief, witty exchange, full of mutual respect and a hint of financial need, quickly turns into a promise of alliance, setting the tone for a daring partnership.

From that moment, the two men find themselves drawn into the shadowed world of Parisian intrigue, where noble honor collides with secret conspiracies. Their journey will carry them through taverns, bustling markets, and the hidden corridors of power, as they navigate loyalties, rivalries, and the ever‑present danger of the crown’s watchful eye. Listeners can expect a vivid portrait of early‑18th‑century France, bustling with humor, swashbuckling charm, and the restless spirit of adventure that defines the knight’s quest.