“On the topic of drinking and jollying, I would like to congratulate you on the birth of your new child…” A sinister smile crossed his face.
His words struck a nerve within the king and queen, which might as well have been his intention.
“Our twins, you mean. Two lovely girls,” Mary clarified.
“Apologies. My mistake,” the old man chuckled. “That’s wonderful news. Twins – twice the fun. I will definitely drink to that.”