(..) Queen Mother or Dowager Queen? There's no need for such formalities. In any event, judging from the King's enthusiasm, the Queen Mother will be a Queen Grandmother soon. That'll be a lovely day. Imagine the celebrations. They'll ring the bells all day and night. Remember. Anything you need. (..)

(..) I think we're going to be very happy, you and I. I do, too. Living in a tower so high, it touches the clouds. Of course my grandmother couldn't wait to go home. The capital is not for everyone, I suppose. Does your mother like it here? I don't think so. She told me never to trust anyone (..)