Cameron, the butler of the Crown Prince’s palace, stood in confusion as he saw Crown Prince Magnus deep in thought. Cameron approached him cautiously, not wanting to disturb the prince's contemplation.
"Your Highness, is everything alright?" Cameron asked.
Magnus looked up at Cameron, his brow furrowed. "I saw the Crown Princess come out of the Dowager's palace," he said. "I'm not sure what to make of it. I feel that the two of them are forming an alliance."
Cameron's mind raced as he considered the possibility. "Perhaps I can offer some assistance, Your Highness," he said. "Should I assign some of my people inside the Empress Dowager’s palace and the Crown princess’ chamber?"
Magnus raised an eyebrow. "Really? And why did you feel the need to do that?" he asked.
Cameron hesitated bef
