Days passed quickly, and soon, it was the day before the royal celebration. That evening, Prince Edward returned to the royal palace.
The Queen was eager to see her son, so she went out to wait for him, taking Anastasia along. The two were already engaged, and it was a good opportunity for them to meet.
The prince arrived on horseback, accompanied by his guards. The Queen, seeing her son ride so elegantly, was pleased to know that he was well. Even though the message sent back said he only had minor injuries, she still worry until she saw him.
Once Prince Edward got close to his mother, he stopped and dismounted. A servant waiting nearby bowed and took the horse's reins from him.
"Your Highness," the maids around the Queen bowed as he approached. Prince Edward nodded indifferently.
"Mother," he greeted, taking her hand.
"Stand still and let me take a good look at you," the Queen said. She and her son had a good relationship.
