"Welcome, my Prince. We haven't seen you around in such a very long time. How are the King and Queen? We do hope the Queen's spirits and health are great," Tommy, the young lad who sold his own spice blends said as he smiled brightly and bowed at Leo.

Leo smiled as he looked at the few books piled by the side of the stall. He had never taken Tommy for one who loved reading.

"My parents are both well, thank you, Tommy. I see you are reading Shakespeare; do you ...