King Edward also left the formal Crown Prince's courtyard and returned to the main palace. Usually, he would have breakfast with the Queen, but since she was sick, he first went to his chamber to bathe and change his clothes before visiting her.
Meanwhile, Physician Nathan copied the prescription that had been written by Dorothy. He said he wanted to study it further to confirm the situation before leaving. Although he already knew the effect of the herb, he claimed he needed to verify it, for appearance's sake. After all, he had initially stated there was nothing wrong with the Queen.
Seeing his cautious attitude, Anastasia was certain he would not speak recklessly.
"Your Majesty, that girl is pregnant with the King's child," Grater reported as soon as Physician Nathan left the room.
"What did you say?" Anastasia was shocked. She had not expected such news. She was hoping to use the prescription to suppress Dorothy, not to find out she was pregnant.
