"It is the truth, his majesty said I was getting in his way." — Zeleskiaz insisted, already glad by the outcome of his doings.
"Th-that's-!!"
"Francois!"
"As I see you need to address these matters I will take my leave."
"Who should leave is the Emperor! Rough man! Selfish as ever! This attitude you have makes our children distant!"
"Wait, my Ingrid, he's twisting the truth!!"
"Now you say that. But I do not doubt you attempted to convince our son not to come because of your always selfish reasons."
"Uh… well…"
"Unable to even deny it. Goodness!"
The bit of their argument was watched intently by the crown prince before his first step out of their presence was taken. However, his eyes were met by those of the mother for a second, summoning a knowledgable light in a seemingly offended expression that froze the prince's intent.