Commendations

  "Is his majesty not pleased by the celebrations?" the prime minister, star of the night, broke from a distinguished entourage.

The familiar voice came suddenly, Igna sipped at his sight,  "Ah, Éclair, the night goes well."

  "I think not," the voice lowered, "-master, did something happen?"

  "Nothing that would require too much concern."

  "Is his majesty not pleased with our decisive win?"