Her hand maiden was waiting on her and she smiled softly closing the door behind the princess.  She of course had been informed as well as a handful of other servants that were well trusted. she moved toward the young queen and folded her hands gently in front of her. "I can help you get ready if you wish my queen."<br/><br/>Raoul stopped immediately having filled up on vegetables and a little meat as was customary for him the meat was more a luxury for the peasants and so while he ate more than normal he was careful to eat mostly what could be easily be replaced.  He stood and followed Alyx preparing for the onslaught he was sure was to come.  of course he wouldn't blame Alyx for that it was only natural.