He greeted her with hearty laughter, supporting Queen Sofia as she took her seat at the head of the long table. He even patted Isabel on the shoulder, as if to encourage her.
Princess Isabel stood behind Queen Sofia, unsure whether she should sit down too. Meanwhile, Minister Drost joined Queen Louise, chatting about trifles with exaggerated enthusiasm, making her laugh continuously.
After Queen Louise and Prince Lucien took their seats, Isabel followed closely and sat down beside Prince Lucien.
"...Once the two Highnesses are wed, our Avalon and Star Antimony will truly become one family,"
Minister Drost laughed cheerfully, waving his hand, and a chilled bottle of fine wine was brought forth.
He showcased the wine bottle to their Majesties and the Highnesses, boasting, "This is 'Sacred Tree number one,' specially supplied by the Pope. It's only imbibed when the Eternal Pope awakens from His Sleep. There's no finer wine in the whole world."
