Beatrix emerged from the car and walked onto the red carpet with all eyes on her. At first, there was a flurry of paparazzi snapping shots. The descent of the carpet was extremely slow for her. Numerous inquiries were directed at her, the majority along the lines of their scandal and Giovanni's passing.

Security never let her answer, and she had no desire in doing so either.

Beatrix was surrounded by a sea of laughter, cheering, smiles, hugs, and music as she walked ...