Hearing the rumours of his mother's popularity and seeing it in person were two different things.
When he entered the ceremonial hall, with his mother beside him, everyone was looking at them—or to be more precise, at her. She was at the centre of every gaze at that moment.
Truth be told, even Richard—who was fairly popular back in high school—would have felt uncomfortable and embarrassed being gazed at by so many people. However, the lady remained unfazed by their reaction and with confident strides she made her way toward the man who also was looking at her.
"I hope you are in good health, Your Majesty." The Duchess halted before the golden-haired man with a charming face and broad shoulders. He stood at an ideal height of 6'2, with slightly tanned skin and sharp blue eyes. He extruded a very imposing aura and his presence naturally demanded respect.
