At long last, it was time for the queen's announcement to the kingdom at large. Word had spread, but the festivities had yet to begin. Today would be the day for that. A full gathering stood nearby to Queen Seriri. Kou stood to the rear, while Kaiba Seto stood to the queen's immediate rear. Diva, who should have been standing to her right given his position, but he was late to appear. He emerged from the palace, taking measured steps and stopping just behind the others. He knew his place, but he couldn't bring himself to stand in such a place, out in the open to be seen by the entire kingdom.

"E-... E... to..." he mumbled, bringing his low gaze higher, but stopping it just before it would reach eye-level for Seriri. He wanted to grab her attention; he wanted to step forward and join her in his proper place. Alas, he couldn't make that push himself.