Still, Prince Theron was not convinced. "As long as I returned to attending the royal court sessions and meetings with the officials, seeing that I am healthy and strong, the same message would also be delivered."
The Queen raised a brow. "I have talked to your father about this. This celebration is symbolic in many ways. We must show the enemies that we dare throw a banquet because we can afford to be arrogant, and that we do not fear them. In fact, we are baiting them to react. Also, it's only right to reward your saviour in front of everyone for what she had done for our family. She has saved my life as well as your life. The Ivanovs owe her at least this much recognition."
Prince Theron understood who his mother was referring to and only then did he reluctantly agree. Soon after, the Queen left and Prince Theron went towards the window of the drawing-room that overlooked the garden. He stared outside blankly.
