Edward steered Sam and Henry into Lord McCarthy's chambers. Servants hurried to prepare baths for the two boys while Edward leaned against a wall watching them. The two cleaned up and sat down on sofas near the fireplace. Servants built it up as well. Sam asked, "Can we go back to the banquet now?"

"No."

"How about a game of..."

"No."

"Edward!"

"We wait. Lord McCarthy has been wanting a word with you two. Especially Sam... the way you treated the Princess on our arrival yesterday was unforgivable." The two boys slumped, looking a bit dejected.

*****

Stan helped Brit to his rooms and ordered the servants to prepare a bath with invigorating scents. Then while they helped the Prince to undress and get cleaned up, Stan went to the kitchens. It was a busy place with the staff working hard to help the banquet keep going smooth. Surprised to see Derrick there in a corner, Stan approached him. Derrick looked towards him and bowed, "Yes m'lord?"

"The Prince is in his chambers and in need of a fruit drink. Something to help sober him up." Stan explained. A few servants overheard.

Derrick bowed again and went to prepare a drink.

Stan turned and headed back out, down back hallways, and reached Brit's room. "My Prince," he said bowing upon entering and then took a side armchair. Amusing himself with a book.

In a bit, Derrick delivered the drink and then took a position in a corner out of the way. Watching and ready to serve.