Poison

“To our future Your Majesty, may it be prosperous and blessed.”

She smiled and brought the cup to her lips, but did not drink it. She watched as he drank the liquid in one gulp.

“That was delicious.” He said.

 She still held the goblet in her hand when she walked to her place and sat down. 

He sat down after her. 

“Husband, I mean General? Could your men wait outside while we dine?”

He looked curious at her request. She once again lied to placate him.

“I wish to enjoy our meal together and to speak freely of the upcoming plans to be made”