To be honest, Arthur couldn't help but feel a bit smug upon hearing this.
When he initially wrote this complex sentence, he was worried that Victoria might stumble halfway through, but the facts proved he was overthinking.
Perhaps because Victoria had been tested by Officer Robert Cali's memorial ceremony, yesterday at Kensington Palace during her entire accession speech, she was incredibly smooth and natural. The gathered gentlemen were astounded by the new Queen's performance. Many were deeply moved upon hearing her deliver the speech so calmly and clearly. Several ladies present were even brought to tears on the spot, and even the most critical Royalists recognized Victoria's debut performance as Queen.
