So... much... to do...

[spadeking]

I... Yes, we know you've been through a lot this past month. You still have a lot on your mind and no one blames you for a day or two spent too distracted to get anything done, so you should stop beating yourself up over that. Everyone has told you that they don't mind waiting, so listen to them. Just because some people haven't been so patient in the past doesn't mean everyone is like them. Some people actually do mean what they say, of course. And you have done a pretty good job at getting back on track, even after all this— probably a better one than most in your situation would have been able to.

That's why I'm very grateful you've been allowing me more time and attention lately. Thank you for that. I'm sure the queen is also very glad too. From both of us: thank you. I know you'll get to starting that post eventually, so don't let it add to your stress right now. I'm liking the spontaneous moments with Arthur and the others that we have, and we have so much to plan for now that we've decided on the family matter! That'll keep us all plenty busy while you take a little more time to get your head screwed back on straight! (And, obviously, I'd appreciate any spare moments you can spend on listening to me tell you more about the kingdom, in case you were wondering about that. Seriously, who wouldn't?)

Oh, and, uh, lastly, we're all proud of you for dealing with that too; it had its moments, but running yourself ragged over something like that was not worth it. It's about time you accepted it. One day at a time with the more important and serious things now, right? Right!

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[thequeenofspades]

Oh, yes. It's a hobby of mine, whenever I'm able to help the Cook. I'm rather good at it.

[...Uh. Yep. He can't help a smile.]

[thekingofspades]

[ And Alfred, in all his glorious naivete, actually believes him. ]

Oh! That would be nice then! I'd be happy to sample your work.

[thequeenofspades]

[Alfred is in for an even bigger surprise soon, then. And not such a nice one.]

Excellent. I'll see the cook about it as soon as possible. I'm sure you'll enjoy them.