"Mother, I need to go back and give the report of my day to Earl Laurent. I will take a separate carriage," the crown prince stated after they finished their lunch. He had a pleasant time but he was actually wanting to meet Emmeline again. He had gotten used to her being around for a certain amount of time daily and today he did not get his 'dose'. He needed to learn more from her and hear about her brilliant ideas. She was already on the verge of another breakthrough with that juice thing today.
The queen did not like this at all. Her son would rather be somewhere else than with her. It had taken her so many efforts to keep his circle small. But now these Whittemore kids were interfering in her plan. Her smile faded and she crossed her arms, sitting upset on the chair.