First thing the next day, Merona had already summoned a meeting with all her closest officials. She sat on the king's royal throne like a ruler, with Edwin standing by her right side.
Because of the king's illness, she had the advantage to do as she pleased in the palace without his knowledge. Thus, she sat on his throne, while all the court officials gathered in a straight line before her. The scene looked like that of a king discussing state affairs with the officials.
One of the officials stepped forward with his head slightly bowed, "Your royal majesty, with all due respect, we heard from the elites who attended the soiree in the crown Prince's residence that the second Prince was arrested due to drugs and violating women. Is that true?"
