"Your Grace, the King and Queen were unfortunately unable to attend the ceremony today because Prince August got gravely injured last night. However, His Majesty has sent me on his behalf to be a part of this occasion," said the chief valet of the palace, bowing low.
"Please," Damian replied, gesturing toward the tombstone. The valet placed the large bouquet of white lilies onto the stone.
After bowing his head to offer a silent prayer for the repose of the King's late brother's soul, the chief valet stepped back into the shadows of the mausoleum. The high priest then stepped forward, guiding Damian and his mother through the final, sacred rites of the memorial service.
Roman held the hand of Eilika as he stared at his father, then the portrait of his grandfather. Last year he fell sick and couldn't attend the ceremony.
