Chapter 376 - 373: Dinner At The Palace III (2/2)

In fact, in the overall scheme of things, Geoffrey's vision and goal were more appropriate for his position. Unlike his father's short-sightedness, Geoffrey was building a better society. Not afraid of the backlash but moving forward for the greater good.

As the future king, he was the best person to address matters which no one else can. It may not be very popular now, but in the future, they would be his legacy. For example, the first bill his ministry pushed for and got approved was on child labor. Before him, who has even done anything about children not even reaching the age of 10 working on something as dangerous as coal mining? Everyone else were aware but just looked the other way. But Geoffrey didn't. Yes, his move may have been unpopular for some, but she believes that it was good.

Geoffrey cares for the people of his kingdom. He's the protector of the weak and the underprivileged. Which was something that society needed.

Serena shook her head. There she goes again with her hero worship.

Anyhow, the king stopped eating and the plates were collected. Then, the 3rd course, the cold melon and basil soup was served. No talking was done while drinking soup thankfully.

Then, came the 4th course which was the appetizer. From then on until they reached the 6th, which was the fish, the king continued belittling Geoffrey. She felt so bad for him that all she wanted to do was to throw the food to his father's face. He was so arrogant and had a bad case of king- complex. Then again, he was the king. But come on, he's a father talking to his son!

She can't imagine Geoffrey taking all his bull crap for a full 12 course dinner, but he did. Was this something that happened everyday to him before they got married? The king only paused while drinking soup and eating the main course! Meanwhile, the other people in the room just continued eating like nothing was strange, Frederick even smirking. The Queen from the corner of her eyes was incensed but not at the king but at her son.

She looked at Geoffrey, but his expression was just casual. It seemed like he let his father's words in from one ear, out from the other. She would think him immune to this, but even so, he must be feeling something, especially being treated like this in front of his newly married wife.

When they finally reached the mignardise which was composed of small pieces of chocolate and bite-sized macarons, Serena can only thank God that this awful dinner was finally coming to an end.

The king stood from his seat, and so did everyone else. He turned to leave and everyone either bowed or curtsied.

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TBC