The young Prince smiled at her, then looked at her friend who was now sitting on a tree watching them talk for awhile. Elizabeth took a deep breath or two before she started to speak again. "Um, Your Highness, may I ask you to share a cup a tea at my lovely friend's house?" Elizabeth asked, with a smile on her face.
The Prince started to laugh, telling her, "I would love to." Taking her by the hand, he started to walk with her to where the others were. "Oh my, look at the time," he suddenly said. "It's almost noon; hmm, well, let's have tea. After that, I would like to have a friendly game or two. How does that sound to you, Eliza?" The Prince was hoping she would say yes.