There was a silence that descended upon everyone in the grand ballroom. One could hear a pin drop if it were possible that's how loud such silence was. Each dignitary, envoy, ambassador and court lady took a turn at greeting the newly wed queen.
"Your Majesty, I am Lady Aria, I wished to tell her majesty that I shall be unable to attend the tea ceremony as I have to return home to my sick mother."
"Of course Lady Aria you may be excused," replied Queen Elesha taking into account the nervous woman with trembling hands.
Queen Elesha sat on the throne and for the first time since she had married she actually took notes on paper regarding certain matters that were discussed at court such as the transfer of roles and titles from one nobleman to his heir, the matter of ships carrying precious cargo such as spices and perfumes setting sale to trade with nearing kingdoms and the small matter of taxes.
