The following week Prince Scot was tired of Meryln’s refusal to talk to him and furious about her keeping Prince James around her. When she climbed her favourite tree she found him there. Ignoring him, she fed her bird friends quietly. “Are you going to let James use you to get back at me?” he asked angrily. “At least with him I know where I stand” she said coldly. “Meryln, we were seen exiting the bathroom together. The rumours were circulating, I had to tell Emily the truth.” “I understand that and I applaud you for it. You have to make Princess Emily happy. It does not matter who you betray or hurt in the process.” “That’s not fair Meryln” he said softly. “It’s the truth Scot. Being around you is decremental to my well being and reputation. I plead that you stop being selfish