Helena was immediately excited, lifting her skirt as she rushed out of the throne room, telling the footman, "Inform everyone that I'd like some privacy and not to come near unless they have my express orders."

"Yes, your majesty!"

Meanwhile, the car carrying Charlie and Vera had arrived at the palace square, with Lady Alisha and Helena arriving outside just as it stopped.

Helena approached Charlie and Vera as they alighted, greeting Charlie politely, "Allow me to welcome you to Norway once more, Mr. Wade."

Then, smiling at Vera, she asked, "Ms. Lavor, I presume?"

Vera smiled sweetly as she bowed her head. "Veron Lavor at your service, your majesty."

Helena wasn't aware of Vera's history, and Charlie had only told her that he was bringing along a young girl who loved Norway and liked traveling.

Vera did look young, not to mention good-looking, as well as having an indescribable refinement in her manners. Even royalty like Helena herself could tell that Vera was special and not y