December 29, 1849.
As James Rothschild surrendered and the "sweep and strike" operation in Paris neared its end, a group of Republican faction members, led by their leader Lamartine, headed to the Elysee Palace to meet with President Jerome Bonaparte.
Under Percy's arrangement, Lamartine and the other Republican faction members entered a reception room in the Elysee Palace.
"Mr. Lamartine, the President is currently inspecting the Ministry of War, you will need to wait for a while!" Percy expressed his apologies to Lamartine.
"Hmph! It seems Mr. President wants the Ministry of War to become his personal residence!"
The former brief Minister of War of France and Governor of the Republic said sarcastically.
Cafenak looked down on Jerome Bonaparte, who had gained the presidency through "underhanded" means, and then extended his reach into the Ministry of War.
In Cafenak's view, the presence of Jerome Bonaparte only tarnished the reputations of his uncle and cousin.
