King Edward exited the room, with King George closely following, urgently seeking an explanation for their recent dispute. "It's just a typical squabble between brothers; you would understand if you had one," King Edward replied tersely. Though King George was angered by this response, he managed to compose himself. Together, they entered the grand ballroom, only to discover that Prince Philip was nowhere to be found. Curiosity piqued, King Edward inquired, "Where is your son?" King George nonchalantly responded, "He must be attending to some important guests. It's a duty befitting a male heir, something you may not fully grasp." His words struck a nerve with King Edward, but he masked his emotions and requested a dance with Annabelle.
As they danced, King Edward discreetly whispered to Annabelle, "My spies have informed me that King George is planning to retire and soon make his son king. We will have to delay our plan to steal the ruby." Annabelle nodded and replied, "Yes, father. And once you are the queen we'll will devise a way to kill Philip then we will finally have control over avaloria. then you'll release Collins?" King Edward nodded, instructing her to locate her husband, and he stepped outside.
Meanwhile, Prince Philip was searching for Liam when he unexpectedly encountered King Edward. "Greetings, King Edward. Have you seen the knight who protects your daughter, King Edward responded, "Liam? No, he won't be coming. Why do you ask?" Prince Philip hesitated for a moment and replied, "No reason. I just thought Annabelle would feel better when he is around." King Edward thought to himself, "That's not true. Annabelle hates Liam." He advised Philip, "Perhaps you should keep an eye on your newly wedded wife, rather than a knight," before returning inside. Prince Philip felt restless as he danced with Annabelle.