First Prince Halen did indeed preside over the evening court.
His bandages had become mostly hidden, even though his torso was still somewhat immobilised, so he did not look as grotesque as his sister at the moment. When he donned his sovereign robes, he looked majestic and his injuries were not noticeable at all.
Empress Lysirea met him when she was approaching the side hall for the sovereign entrance to the throne room, and her lips pulled up into a smile. General Elai had told her what he had found out in Benevolence Palace, so this was not an unexpected occurrence.
However, it was quite the sight for the First Prince to be so responsible at such a young age, so as to take upon his small shoulders the entire proceedings of the sovereign court.
"Your Highness." First Prince Halen greeted the Empress with the seniority she should have according to their ranks, and bowed his head.
