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tradition for the bride and groom to leave right after the wedding while the guests go to a formal reception.”
    “So I have no contact with the princess before the wedding?” Bryan asked.
    “It would appear so, Sir.” Leo replied.
    “Very well.”  Bryan stood and stared out the window for a moment.  “I believe I will freshen up Leo.  Have you had a chance to get us settled in?”
    “Yes Sir.  Would you like to indulge in a bath sir?” Leo asked.
    “Yes I believe I will.  Why not?  It might help loosen up my aching muscles from the trip.” Bryan answered as he walked toward the bathroom and began shrugging out of his casual jacket.
    “I’ll get your things sir.” Leo said as he headed back into the closet.
    Within minutes Bryan was chin deep in soothing, almost unbearably, hot water.  He loved the fact that he could completely stretch out his legs.  It was a luxury just to be submerged in water, let alone do it in complete comfort.
    Water on his world was expensive.  Purification processes along with a limited supply meant that most people could only afford enoug h water for basic survival.  Sonic showers were used for personal cleanliness and other cleaners and fluids for buildings and clothing.
    Being a royal , Bryan could have enjoyed a bath more than once a year but he didn’t.  Sonic showers were faster and he couldn’t justify the waste.  He knew that some people had barely enough to drink.
    Yet here , on a world that had plenty of water, clean air and wildlife, it was too strong a temptation.  He would also be willing to bet that most of his staff had also taken a bath, when they realized they could.  This thought made him smile as his eyes closed in comfort.
    Later, after he finished bathing, shaving, dressing and eating , Bryan was ready.  He called Edward, who met them at the head of the stairs. With a flick of his wrist and a few hand gestures, Edward displayed a 3-D holographic map of the palace. Using his left hand as a pointer and using different colors, he was able to show the areas of the palace that were public verses private, the private areas of each of the royal family members and so on.  When he had completed his overview including the location of the princes’ staff members now and where they would be moved after the wedding, they began the physical tour.
    Bryan was surprised at how few people they came in contact with , both in the palace and while out on the grounds.  Edward must have sensed it because he said, “This afternoon everyone is resting or pursuing other Holy Day activities.  It was even rumored that Princess Kalea slipped away in her personal shuttle earlier for some peace and quiet.  We were led to believe that you held similar beliefs?”
    Frowning slightly Bryan decided to address that question later.  “Would sh e have used the shuttle bay below our suite?” Bryan asked.
    “Why yes.” Edward answered in surprise.  “You must have seen her leave then.  No other Royals have used that exit today.”
    “Then the rumor is true.” Bryan answered.  “While she is away , do you think we could see the shuttle bay?” he asked.
    “I don’t see why not. Follow me.”  Edward led them to what appeared to be a recessed area along one wall.  After signaling them all to stand on what appeared to be a large metal disc in the recessed area in the wall, Edward touched a panel and an energy field surrounded them as they gently descended from the second level to the shuttle bay located about halfway down the cliff face and over 100 meters above the valley floor.
    “These security guards will accompany us on our tour.”  Edward explained as two guards took up flanking positions when the group exited the lift.
    “This shuttle bay is rather small; it only houses six personal shuttles and one of the escape shuttles.  You, of course, understand all of that as you are a royal as well.”
    Gesturing as he spoke , Edward continued, “The empty bay to your