Henry spoke slowly and as clearly as he could, but the tremble in his voice couldn't be hidden. "H-His Highness requested that I be in charge of Rose—"
"Don't you dare say her name in my presence!" Queen Violeta cut in. Her voice wasn't loud, but it was enough to shake an already frightened Henry in his boots.
The Queen was clearly furious, and he knew it would be in his best interest not to anger her further. Henry was also worried that he might be punished for this, even though he was simply following the Crown Prince's orders.
"Please forgive me, Your Majesty!" He bowed low as he apologized. "His Highness requested that I oversee t-the c-commoner's meal," Henry stated, glancing at the Crown Prince to see his reaction, but Caius didn't even bat an eyelid.
