The Prince drew in a deep breath which made him seem stouter that he was already.
“I am really doing my best, but as you well know, Charles, it is not easy.”
“You have been quite magnificent, Sire, in what you have done. You have brought art, fine pictures and furniture back into fashion. You have made people aware that we have treasures in this country as yet undiscovered.”
“I like to think I have done that.”
“I would assure you, Sire, that you will always be remembered in the art world and I know my fiancée will be so entranced with the many treasures Your Royal Highness has collected here.”
“Then she shall see them all. Seven o’clock prompt tomorrow evening and don’t be late.”
“We will certainly not be late, Sire. Now I must go back to my fiancée.”
“May she bring you every happin
