Lady Oscar Season 1 Episode 2 Fly! The Butterfly of Austria
- October 17, 1979
- 24 min
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6.8 (6)
Lady Oscar season 1 episode 2, titled "Fly! The Butterfly of Austria," takes place in the year 1770 in Vienna, Austria. The episode starts with the arrival of Countess von Polignac and her entourage, who are there to visit the Empress and to take part in a series of grand balls and festivities. Countess von Polignac, who is known for her beauty and charm, takes an interest in Oscar and invites her to a private garden party at their estate.
At the party, Oscar meets with Countess von Polignac, who introduces her to her daughter, Charlotte. They all go for a walk in the garden, where Charlotte reveals that she is secretly in love with a commoner, but her mother forbids her to see him. Charlotte asks for Oscar's help to find a way to be with her love, and Oscar agrees to help her.
Meanwhile, Marie Antoinette, who is also in Vienna, attends a ball where she meets Duke Axel von Fersen, a handsome Swedish nobleman who is instantly smitten with her. However, Marie Antoinette is worried about her image and is reluctant to be seen alone with him.
Back at the Polignac estate, Oscar discovers that Charlotte's lover is actually the son of a famous composer who has invited him to perform at the upcoming grand ball. Oscar arranges for Charlotte to sneak away and meet with her lover, but they are caught by Countess von Polignac's spies.
As punishment for disobeying her, Countess von Polignac orders Charlotte to marry a wealthy nobleman she has selected for her. Charlotte is heartbroken and confides in Oscar, who promises to help her once again.
The episode ends with Marie Antoinette attending the grand ball, where she sees Duke Axel von Fersen once again. Oscar, who is also attending the ball, sees her distress and offers her a place to rest. As Marie Antoinette falls asleep, Oscar reflects on her own feelings and the duty she owes to the Queen.
Overall, "Fly! The Butterfly of Austria" is a charming and engaging episode that explores the themes of love, duty, and social class. It introduces new characters and sets up future storylines while also providing insight into the relationships between the key players in the story.