Chapter 118: Warm Cuddles
Dinner arrived, and although Tarah and Ezekiel remained cuddled on the bed, they eventually had to rise, as Ezekiel’s father had requested their presence for dinner at Rose Palace.
"Are you truly certain about taking office at Jade Palace?" King Stephan inquired during the meal.
"Yes, Father. It would be cumbersome for both of you to relocate, and I know you and Mother have countless memories here. Jade Palace is spacious enough for me to assume office, and I’ve grown accustomed to living there. Renovations will begin tomorrow during the coronation," Ezekiel explained.
Tarah quietly listened to the conversation between father and son as she ate. "Can we have tea later, dear?" Queen Dana suddenly interjected when they were nearing the end of dinner.
Tarah nodded with a smile. After dinner, Ezekiel and his father retired to King Stephan’s private study for further discussion, while Tarah accompanied the Queen to the inner courtyard for tea.
"Are you nervous about tomorrow?" Dana asked Tarah directly. "Don’t fret and trust Ezekiel. You may encounter some resistance to his decision for his Queen, but I’m confident you both will manage it admirably. I want you to know that you and Ezekiel have our full support," the Queen added warmly.
"Thank you so much, Your Highness," Tarah expressed gratefully. "But Prince Ezekiel and I have decided to delay the announcement. We plan to do it after everything is settled—after Vulcan’s soul has been extracted from his body for good and destroyed," she explained.
"I see, but that will take time. He still needs to acquire the ancient book for the dragon. Will he continue with the plan to penetrate Devon’s lair?" Queen Dana inquired.
"He’s currently discussing the matter with King Bikolai. Please don’t worry, Your Majesty, because Prince Ezekiel won’t be undertaking this alone," Tarah assured her.