Barbara took a deep breath, trying to steady her nerves. The news she had received from the queen about the prince's dire condition had left her shaking. Now, facing the queen's anguish, Barbara struggled to gather her thoughts and steady her own racing heart.
Barbara placed a comforting hand on the queen's trembling shoulder. "The prince will be fine," she comforted, her voice steady despite the turmoil churning within her.
The queen looked up, her eyes red and swollen. "The prince is in danger. His old sickness had kicked in. The physicians said that he had a month to live!" she cried, her voice breaking with each word. "They are trying to do all they can." Her voice trailed off into a fresh bout of sobs.
Barbara's heart sank, but she forced herself to stay calm. The queen's despair was palpable, and the urgency of the situation pressed heavily on Barbara's shoulders.
