'Domestic Peace' is a short story penned by Honore de Balzac. In this captivating tale, Balzac masterfully weaves together a story of politics, ambition, and the dangers of desire in a time of great power and influence. The story takes place at the height of Napoleon's reign in 1809 Paris, where the Comte de Gondreville is hosting a grand entertainment for ambassadors, nobles, and even princes. As the guests eagerly await Napoleon's arrival, tensions rise as the Emperor is delayed by an argument with his wife Josephine. With all eyes on the Emperor's absence, secrets and scandals of the guests are exposed, including those belonging to the Comte de Gondreville himself.
