Priscilla winced again.

"Only temporarily," said the Prince.

"But my father would never—"

"Yes my dear, he will. He'll be delighted to see you. He'll rejoice."

"Rejoice?"

"I assure you he will. You've only got to do what I tell you."

"Shall you—come too?"

"If you'll let me."

"But then—but then—"

"Then what, my dear?"