She was alarmed, though trying to not come across too emotional. She had the court to think about. Though if they were in private, Victoria would be demanding an answer. She never strayed away from emotion on a personal level. But she took his nudge and continued to dance with him, suddenly even more interested in him. Should she trust him? She wasn’t entirely sold, yet.

“What would you have me do?” she asked in response. His answer could be telling after all. If he was expecting her to not attend her own coronation, then she would likely dismiss him right there. She was queen. And while it was already hard for her even ask, to be led by someone else, she truly did need guidance here.