Anning accepted an investment of five hundred ounces of gold, which, in Paris, was like dropping a bombshell.
At once, everyone in Paris, young and old, was abuzz with discussion.
Suddenly, the balance of power in the whole of Paris underwent subtle changes.
One of the most noticeable changes was that the balls and salons at Maraisson Castle suddenly became popular.
Before, only those acquainted with Josephine would attend Maraisson's salons, but now, as soon as Josephine entered the grand hall, she found it filled with strangers.
Josephine thoroughly enjoyed this attention and flitted about the salons and balls every day, quickly becoming Paris's leading socialite.
Aside from these "opportunists," many in Paris criticized Frost, accusing him of accepting bribes.
