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Master Olivier
King Louis XI's barber and confidant, a sly courtier.
minor
Also known as Olivier, Olivier Le Daim, Olivier le Daim
First appearance: The Retreat in Which Monsieur Louis of France Says His Prayers
Master Olivier shows up with force in The Retreat in Which Monsieur Louis of France Says His Prayers. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The king's barber, also known as Olivier le Daim or Olivier le Mauvais, he attempts to secure a vacant position but is sharply rebuked by the king for his pride.
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In The Retreat in Which Monsieur Louis of France Says His Prayers: The king's barber, also known as Olivier le Daim or Olivier le Mauvais, he attempts to secure a vacant position but is sharply rebuked by the king for…
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