"Controversy?" she repeated, with a hint of disbelief in her voice. "Albert, as a relative of the Queen, why would there be any controversy? The first row of the cathedral should rightfully have a place for him. At the very least, I can only accept Albert being just behind the Royal Dukes."
Albert gently tilted his head, seemingly wanting to remind his aunt to maintain her composure, but under the Duchess of Kent's angry gaze, he wisely chose to remain silent.
Arthur, witnessing the scene, was inwardly quite amused, yet he maintained a gentle, respectful, and even slightly puzzled expression on his face.
"Your Highness, from a ceremonial standpoint... your view is completely correct." Arthur sighed, "However, beyond ceremony, there are political realities."
The Duchess of Kent furrowed her brow even tighter, "Political realities? Is my nephew now becoming a diplomatic burden for Britain?"
