The Wafflonia Enquirer

News of your favourite Empire and its Imperial Family

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ENTIRE IMPERIAL FAMILY ARRESTED

Although the office of the Prime Minister denies it, a large Army operative was developed in the Palace of Bengravia. We could see from the gates how in the middle of the night, just a few moments ago, the Empress and her family were taken into large black vans of the Army, probably being sent to Boger with the rest of their family.

We have heard that Alison, the Grand Duchess of Sussexy, had fled the country some weeks ago to meet with her fianceé in Sussexy. Her sister, Crystal, was with her and with her cousin Paige, the Duchess of Roseus. The other Wafflonian Royal that we are sure is fine is the Duchess Consort of Catharineburg, Jessie, as well as the Empress of Ferrodwiyin, whose husband, the Emperor, has ordered a large security operative in the borders of his Empire.

Plazbei has given no public appearances, but only a public announcement saying that they are 'determined' to say that the 'rumours' about the arrest of the royal family is a lie, and that they are all safe in their respective palaces. We are certainly sure that this statement is false, and it's just a façade for what it's coming soon.

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MEMBERS FROM THE IMPERIAL FAMILY HAVE BEEN IMPRISONED

The extended family of the former Emperor, Juan Ignacio, has been imprisoned today by the Army, with -as we suppose- full support from the Prime Minister's Office.

Plazbei hasn't given any information about it, but a series of pictures of the royals in a cell of the 42nd Regiment of Boger have been released to the press by an anonymous informant.

The royals imprisoned were the Empress' sister, Patricia, Princess of Boger; her sister Cate and her family, as well as the Emperor's sisters and nieces. All of them were sent to the 42nd Regiment of Boger under the surveillance of the Army.

There are no news about the Empress or the Emperor.

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PLAZBEI IS PLOTTING AGAINST THE MONARCHY?

Today our Emperor officially abdicated in favour of Vanessa, who became our new Head of State as Empress Anne II. The abdication papers were signed by Plazbei, who didn't hesitate in revoking the Imperial status of Juan Ignacio.

Not only that, but we've heard through the corridors of the Palace of Bengravia that the days of Anne as Empress are more than counted, and that he would reply to the people's will. What is that will? Will our Imperial Family be arrested? Or sent to exile? 

We have the right to tell you, Mister Prime Minister, that more than 99% of the Wafflonian population want to retain the monarchy. 

Was Plazbei sent to the office by a foreign government in order to throw out their views? Is Russia behind this? Only time will say

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EMPEROR ABDICATES

Just a moment ago, the Imperial Court made an official announcement implying that the Emperor will abdicate tomorrow in favour of Vanessa, his eldest daughter.

The newly elected Prime Minister will be the one who signs the papers of abdication along the Secretary of Cabinet, The Emperor, The Empress and the newly proclaimed Empress of Wafflonia tomorrow. 

Now, what we are wondering is... why? Have the recent attacks against the family what warned the Emperor about his bad job? Or was it something more... abarcative? We know the Emperor has had a very tough foreign policy against the Empire of Ferrowiyin, the Russian Federation and our neighbour Poland. He has showed his disgust as well with the Government of Argentina denying the entrance of their delegation to his own Coronation. Is this a plot against our stability?

The truth is, Juani couldn't reign as Emperor for more than a year, and we are sure that the days of the monarchy are counted. It is matter of time to see a Second Wafflonian Republic amongst us.

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POLLS CLOSED: PLAZBEI WINS

Frederick Plazbei, President of the National Democratic Party, won today's elections with a 56.7% over Andrea Gómez, leader of the Wafflonian Liberal Party that had been ruling the country for years.

He will assume instantly, and as we have had news, he has already met with the Emperor at the Palace of Bengravia where they had a private audience.

It is expected that tomorrow morning we will have news from Plazbei himself, probably a speech. 

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ELECTIONS TO BE HELD NEXT SUNDAY

Next Sunday, 22 February, the Elections for Prime Minister will take place in all the territory of the Wafflonian Kingdom. Following the resignment of the former Prime Minister, the Secretary of Cabinet is taking office until Monday, when the winning leader will inmediately assume his job.

The Imperial Court has given no statements about the issue.

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PRIME MINISTER QUITS

The Prime Minister has turned his resignation today morning to the Emperor, who has accepted it. The Secretary of Cabinet has automatically turnt Prime Minister until Elections are hold before next week.

The Prime Minister leaves office in a term of instability and uncertainty, leaving the country in crisis and helpless. 

We have heard from reliable sources that he has asked for asile in Poland today, and is planning to leave the country tonight before midnight.

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IMPERIAL SILENCE

Not only the Emperor didn't say a word about the murder of her sister-in-law, but a statement made by the Imperial Court said that he would go on his tour with the Princess of Tuwer next Friday as it was scheduled. He hasn't even scheduled a funeral service for Maria!

Has the Emperor any sensitivity? Not only he leaves his country in crisis but doesn't care about the murder of her own family! 

The only hypothesis we can give is that he's looking for a place to exile himself. First he speaks about abdication, now about exile... 

We can see where your priorities are, Juani... 

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GRAND DUCHESS FOUND DEAD

Sadly, Grand Duchess Maria, 5th Duchess of Balteria, was found dead inside her own bedroom wardrobe, which was hidden under a pile of debris. The Grand Duchess had a serious contusion in her head which, according to the forensics, left her unconscious. She later died of blood loss due to a deep, serious cut in her arm. 

Following the restriction of news to the Imperial Family, only the Princess of Tuwer got to know about the death. The rest of the Imperial Family was told by the Imperial Court to not watch any television, listen to the radio or read newspapers. Internet connection was cut from all Palaces, which caused a big disgust from part of the Emperor.

After a big argument with her wife and his private ministers, the Emperor flew to Garalia, leaving the country in crisis most surely to meet his lover. We have had notices that several other royals have left their countries to join Juan Ignacio at what seems a private party from the Emperor of Garalia.

The Regency of the Princess of Tuwer ends on Wednesday, when the Emperor has told the Imperial Court he was planning to come back to his country. We hope he finds out about the death of his sister-in-law soon in Garalia and that makes him come back sooner.

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EMPEROR TO ABDICATE?

We've heard today from a hospital nurse who wanted to keep anonymous that she heard the Emperor and the Empress today morning, arguing about if he would abdicate in favour of Grand Duchess Vanessa. 

Following the attacks the Imperial Family had to suffer, the aggressors are still free in the country and no suspects were found. Some people claim to have seen suspicious activities around their cities, but it's more likely that it's the fear that makes them see strange things.

This crisis must have surely affect Juan Ignacio, who has had one of the most successful tenures of the country in entire history! This is the first direct attack he had to go through, and we just find it strange that he is not going to fight anymore for his country. Is he tired? He has taken out the damn Russian troops from our country! He has even gained us more lands! People love Juan Ignacio, then why abdicate? We understand that these events were traumatic, but I think you are overreacting, Your Majesty.

The borders are slowly being opened again. Airports are supposed to go back to work since 12pm today. We have heard that some members of the Imperial House have gone back to their own palaces, including the Princess of Boger and the Princess of Tuwer, who moved to the Palace of Bengravia in order to continue her regency work.

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THE ATTACKERS ARE STILL UNKNOWN

The aggressors who attacked yesterday members of the Imperial Family in two occassions, first attempting a regicide by attacking the Emperor and her wife and daughter; and then attempting to murder the Emperor's sister, sister-in-law and niece; are still unidentified and their identity is unknown.

All the members of the Imperial Family who are not outside the country were sent to Brünter Palace under vigilance of the Imperial Guard and the Wafflonian Army. The Princess of Tuwer, Grand Duchess Maria Eduarda, has had several meetings with the Prime Minister and the Secretary of Cabinet last night and today morning. 

In the meantime, Grand Duchess Maria's roundabouts are still unknown. The rests of Chembria House are still being searched by a rescue team, but she hasn't been found until now.

The Emperor and the Empress are recovered now. His Imperial Majesty has been told that he can go to lead his country back on Monday. We had been told that he had a winter party in Garalia, and that he may attend if he is in good health. Grand Duchess Vanessa has been told to rest for the rest of the week with her mother.

The members from the Wafflonian Family in another countries, as well as world leaders across the world, have given their opinion about the matter.

"I can't believe somebody wants to kill my father", said Grand Prince Christopher. "I much wish to see him next week when he comes visit us, and, if it's necessary, Jackie and I will give my parents and my sisters refuge".

The Grand Duchess of Sussexy, Alison, refused to speak about the matter, as well as her sisters and cousins who married into the Sussexian Imperial Family (Grand Duchess Crystal and Duchess Paige). The Empress of Ferrodwiyin, niece of the Emperor, didn't say a word about the matter either. But the Slaybridge Royal Family has made it clear that any kind of aggression towards the Wafflonian Family would not be tolerated. The Grand Duchess Consort of Catharineburg, Jessie, was seen indignated about the issue, and declared that she would "kill the terrorists with her own bare hands if they touched the Emperor again". The Princess of Montenegro, Natalia, has offered herself to host as refugees the Imperial Family, as well. However, despite the offerings of shelter, the Imperial Court has decided that the Imperial Family would be in better hands inside Wafflonia and any movement towards the borders would be too risky to develop.

The people are frightened. They are scared that if the Royal Family was attacked, they could attack normal people like them as well. The police surrounds the Royal Palaces 24/7 as well as the principal streets from every city in the Empire. We can only wait and see what happens next.

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ANOTHER ATTACK IN CHEMBRIA

A car bomb exploded just about an hour in the interior of Chembria House's parking lot, causing the demolition of its complete structure.

Grand Duchess Agustina, along with Duchess Alexa, were rescued by the Imperial Guard with minor injuries, while the roundabouts of Grand Duchess Maria are unknown.

It is pressumed that the Duchess of Balteria was hit by the car bomb explosion and is trapped inside the Palace's ruins.

The Grand Duchess and her daughter were sent to St. Alexander's Hospital to a room next to the Emperor's family, but we were told that His Majesty has not been informed of the happenings in case the stress affects his recovery.

We have received information from the Imperial Court and the Prime Minister himself that the entire Imperial House of Wafflonia was being taken from their palaces into an unknown location to protect their safety.

The Imperial Court as well has given the notice that the Wedding between Grand Duchess Rafaela and Princess Georgina would be cancelled until further notice due to the attacks.

The airports have been intervened and the borders have been closed as well. The Prime Minister himself gave the order that nobody can enter or leave the country until everything is properly organised.

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VIOLENT ATTACK AGAINST THE IMPERIAL FAMILY

Today afternoon, while the Emperor, the Empress, and their daughter Vanessa were in a coach through Queen Conradine's Boulevard, a suicide attacker with an explosive belt jumped into the carriage of our monarch.

The bomb, fortunately, exploded before he could enter to the coach, causing damage to the vehicle and to the Empress who had suffered a terrible burn in her right arm. The Emperor suffered of a severe cut in his leg while Grand Duchess Vanessa didn't suffer any casualties but minor injuries.

An ambulance arrived three minutes later to the place, which had been cut inmediately by the police and the Imperial Guard. The chauffeur reported to the media and the police that the aggresor had a Polish Resistance insignia in his arm.

The Imperial Family is currently at the St. Alexander's Hospital under a huge surveillance team, part from the Police and part from the Imperial Guard. A security cordon was set twenty blocks around the hospital.

The Prime Minister has reported that the Empire will go under a Regency by hand of the Princess of Tuwer, María Eduarda. 

The Polish Government has been properly informed of the situation, but they refused to give any statements about the issue.

This is the first attack against a Wafflonian monarch in two hundred and nine years, since the murder of King Henry in 1806.

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LATE PRINCE OF MONTENEGRO INVOLVED IN A SCANDAL AGAIN?

As you all know, the Prince of Montenegro -who died last year- had a very public playboy image that would remind some of King Edward VII of Great Britain. Yet he was just a Prince, wasn't he? 

Today afternoon, The Montenegro Post published an article about the Prince. As it seems now, Jacqueline, the Princess Regent of Ruttenberg, is half sister of Natalia, the Princess of Montenegro. 

According to the Montenegrinian source, Queen Kayla had had an affair with the Prince, and as a result, the daughter-in-law of our Emperor might have been born from such affair. Now, the Princess Regent of Ruttenberg, who in a couple of days will become Queen, said in a statement that the Princess had hired a Private Investigator to find her biological father. The Queen had had artificial insemination for the Princess of Ruttenberg, yet she never knew who her father was. Until some days before his death, she got the results: Emmanuel was her father. 

The Princess Regent later made a statement saying that "People would end up knowing that sooner or later". 

Now, rumour has it that Emmanuel had an affair with the Duchess of Eburn, mostly known as the Grand Duchess Consort of Wafflonia, Arantxa. Suppposedly, she's Natalia's mother. We wouldn't be much surprised if it was true. Sussexian royals are known for being scandalous, and an un-recognised children fits as a perfect scandal, doesn't it?

Simoné Detroit

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Fashion Spotlight: The Duchess Consort of Catherineburg

The Wafflonia Enquirer sat down this week with The Duchess Consort of Catherineburg, who currently set mouths running at the recent wedding of the Emperor and Empress of Wafflonia. The Duchess was extremely gracious, and down to earth, greeting us in leggings and a beat up button down! We talked about influence, signature pieces, and the endurance of style throughout the ages.

  WE: Good Evening, Your Grace

  J: Please, Call me Jessie.

  WE: Alright,Jessie, I’ll cut to the chase. You have a rather peculiar sense of style….How would you describe it?

 The Duchess laughed warmly, and thought for a moment.

J: Well.. I’d say THEMES! Vintage, and colorful would describe it, bare bones and all. I love it when I find a pair of shoes or a gown that have a definite vibe to them. I’ve been known to plan entire looks around an accessory- take my outfit to the pre-wedding gala. I found that telephone clutch at an antique store in slaybridge, and the rest of the outfit just took shape.

  WE: Do you receive any negative comments from people or press on your clothes?

  J: Well, for the most part, the press is neutral on my looks, though I did have a few positive mentions in the Enquirer! Most people’s issues stem from me not dressing “regal” enough, or classy enough, but my family supports me, and the positive feedback is overwhelming at times.

  WE: When did you first get into fashion? Being a duchess, it must have weighed rather heavily on you. J: Well, as you know, I have three sisters, and when we were younger, our mothers would let us play in their gowns and lesser jewels. It was mainly my sister Katherine and I, and Katherine always went for the long, sleek gowns, while I went for the gowns with fur or feathers. We never had to fight! And like all girls, we watched our mothers get ready. Mother (Grand Duchess Cate) had a very simple sense of style, with tigh bodices and flowing skirts and sparkle. And Maman ( Grand Duchess Haneen) has a very brightly colored flair. So we could look to each of them to see how to dress for different occasions. And as we grew older, our styles individualized. Our mothers were very supportive, and they taught us how to keep our sense of style, but also keep the look appropriate for the event. And my grandparents are very stylish, as you know-

  WE: So it’s always been a family affair?

  J: Exactly!

  WE: What would you say your “style signatures” are?

  J: What an interesting question…let me think. One of them is a simple black gown, with bright single-color accessories that match, shoes, makeup, jewelry.  I also love wild color combos! Orange and purple, or orange and green. I think you’ll find, in most royals, if they have a favorite color, they will wear it in combination with anything! I always think of the Crown Princess of Ruttenberg, Jackie- her color is green! And she wears it better than anyone. I try to do that, but with orange instead. I also love a 60s look, cat eyes, or a wild handbag! Gaudy, but classy.

  WE: How do you think your sense of style, coupled with (The Duchess of Catherineburg)’s has affected your daughter, Princess Christina?

  J: Well…Darlene has a very fluid, timeless style about her. I love it. She wears the most breathtaking gowns, and manages to set them off perfectly with simple accessories. My brother in law (King Colin) often jokes that we make a pair, her in her simple elegance, and me in my feather boas. However, our daughter Tina, has managed to take Darlene’s timeless elegance and flowing lines, and my love for a good gaudy handbag, or wild accessory, and turn it into a fashion sense that is completely her own. She put together her outfits for the wedding this week, and Darlene and I were tremendously proud of her, and the elegance she showed, while still staying true to herself.

  WE: That she did. Your family does love to dress…..is there anyone else who’s style you particularly enjoy?

  J: Oh yes! My cousin, Augustina, she and I share a love for vintage fashion. The Crown Princess of Ruttenberg always looks so elegant, and I love her collection of jewelry! My sister Katherine, obviously. She always looks so put together. My friend Allie, of Ruttenberg is so chic and so modern! My grandfather as well, knows when to push the envelope to make a statement. And so many others! I love when we have Galas for all the other houses, so we can not only relish in the company of our friends, but in the company of their outfits! Everyone has a tremendously personal sense of style, and that's what shines bright, not the diamonds, or the tiaras, but the confidence and originality dancing around an art gallery in Slaybridge!

This is the first of a series of Fashion Spotlights. Stay tuned for more!

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IMPERIAL WEDDING: THE DETAILS

The day has come, and we could see that little boy who yesterday was born in a journey of joy and happiness getting married to an amazing woman. Both from rich, history-full families, they have ruled Wafflonia for little yet they are two of the most popular royals of Europe, and one of the most famous couples of the World!

Last Tuesday, the St. Rose Church of Bengravia was definitely closed for repairments and, since Wednesday night, a team of ten designers and four decorators, and a group of three protocol assets gave splendour to the interior of the Church for the so long awaited Imperial Wedding.

At 10 am, we saw HI&RM The Emperor travelling in a black BMW through the St. Alexander Boulevard, turning at the Imperial Avenue and parking at the back of the Church, surely to see all the details were finished. At 10:20 am, the Empress Dowager was seen through a window of the Palace of Bengravia in a purple gown we couldn't fully see. And finally, at 10:30, the large group of vans with all the guests left the Palace.

Finally following protocol rules, the guests arrived in the correct order. The first one to enter to the Church was the Princess of Altamira in a stunning light-blue Elie Saab gown and Jimmy Choo shoes. She wore as well a brooch from the House of Wafflonia. Later came the Empress Dowager with her mother, Queen Pauline, who had to be assisted in order to go up the stairs. Following, came Grand Duchess María Eduarda, with her sisters, the Duchesses of Tuwer. The Grand Duchess was majestic with a pink gown and jewels. She was followed by her Brünter relatives and them by the Princess of Boger, who entered in company of the Pauline family. 

Grand Duchess Arantxa came next, with another Elie Saab -this time green- and an beautiful natural hairdo. She was in company of the Emperor's sister, Grand Duchess Claudia, and their issue. After them, came the Princess of Mendoza weeping emotional tears.

Then came the Grand Prince and Grand Princess of Wafflonia, in company of the Slaybridgean Royals attendees. This time, Duchess Jessie chose something more elegant for the event, and her hairstyle was, in my opinion, the best of the guests'.

The Duchesses of Lorem came after, in company of the Princess of Montenegro and her boyfriend, Manuel Neuer. And then it was the time for Queen Máxima, Princess Beatrix, Princess Laurentien and the girls of Alexander to enter to the church. The Grand Ducal Couple of Luxembourg followed.

The King of Spain followed the entrance with the Queen, and finally the Prince of Wales made his first appearance at the Emperor's wedding, coming all alone. When asked about the roundabouts of Camilla, he answered plainly 'She's at home, resting'. Was she actually invited? We will never know!

Crown Prince Frederik entered after the British Prince with Crown Princess Mary and the Crown Princes of Sweden, Victoria and Daniel. Prince Alois and Princess Sophie of Liechtenstein entered in company of Prince Alexander and Princess Katherine of Serbia, as well as of Princess Rosario of Bulgaria and Princess Margareta of Romania. The Princess of Hanover entered with her husband, the Prince, and they were followed by the Duchess of Braganza who also made her first appearance in the events. Another first attendee was Princess Haya of Jordan, who couldn't attend to the previous events due to a sickness. 

The King and Queen of Greece were the last sovereigns to enter to the church, followed by Princess Clotilde of Venice and Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg.

After all the royal guests, came the Prime Minister and the Secretary of Cabinet, and followed all the General Governors of the Empire and the Ministers.

The Ceremony began punctually at 11 am, and the bride entered in arms of her older brother, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands. The song for the entrance was the Canon in D of Pachelbel, and all the royal women (and some men too, including the Emperor) started weeping when they saw her majestic and regal wedding dress. 

Princess Ariane was a flower girl, and the page boy who gave the rings was Prince Christian of Denmark, who travelled all the way to Bengravia just for this event. As known before, King Colin of Slaybridge was the Emperor's Best Man, while Grand Duchess Arantxa was the principal Dame of Honour of the Empress.

After signing the marriage papers, the couple went outside the Church and was acclaimed by the people and fans that were at the stairs. The Security guards let the children go to the Imperial Couple, and Empress Bárbara hugged a lot of little girls and boys while the Emperor took some selfies with people who were there. After an hour of popular claim, the Imperial Couple got onto their carriage, which took them to the Palace of Bengravia. There, the Emperor and some guests changed their clothes to more suitable ones for a Parade through St. Alexander's Boulevard, which was decorated with Wafflonian Flags and people in blue and orange clothes. They went through the long boulevard and then turned right in the Venice Avenue, where they were cheered by lots of children. The Empress, with poise and elegance, saluted to everybody with a smile. The couple was sitting, sometimes looking at each other with lovely eyes. 

After Venice Avenue, the Carriage took them through Pauline Avenue and the Colonel's Avenue, where The Emperor stood up and was saluted by the principal corps of the Armed Forces, the Army first, then the Navy and lastly the Air Force. The Carriage late went through Queen Conradine's Boulevard back to St. Alexander's Boulevard, where they got off the golden coach and got saluted by the Imperial Guard. They walked through the Guards to the Gates of the Palace, which close after their steps. 

All the witnesses of the Wedding couldn't believe the spectacle that were seeing. A woman said while weeping: 'After all the sadness and tragedy that happens these days, seeing that our lovely Emperor and Empress are getting married is a sign of hope and a light that enlightens my heart'. She was obviously referring to the Massacre in France, which got practically no attention in the Wafflonian Media because of the Wedding. Not even the Prime Minister or the Emperor himself gave a demonstration of their feelings towards the massacre. Even worse, Juan Ignacio is visiting France next month after his honeymoon with Grand Duchess Eduarda, is he going to cancel the Francophone tour? Probably he hasn't heard of the affairs lately, but he better catch up soon if so!

Ariel Duvant

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GLOWING GALA AND SPARKING ROYALS

Just a couple of minutes ago all the guests of the Imperial Wedding entered the Gates of the Bengravia Palace. We were allowed to place our equipment next to the fountain of the front gardens of the Palace, and in different BMWs came the royals from their suites in Chembria House. 

The first to appear was Princess Christina of Catharineburg with her mother, the Lady of Satter. Both looked amazingly fresh after a 30 minutes plane ride from Ultermann, where all the guests had lunch and -supposedly- played cricket and drank some cocktails. Following, came the Princess of Montenegro in an amazing green gown. The Princess made her first official appearance with her now confirmed boyfriend, Manuel Neuer, who was wearing the Medal of Merit of the House of Süx-Bratzinburg. They were one of the most photographed couples of the night. We can't imagine how the Emperor -who has expressed in several times his fond hatred among football and football players- must feel now, seeing that one of his best royal friends is dating a football player! 

Following, came the Princess of Wassenaar with her relatives, the Duchesses of Lorem. They are the only Sussexian royals at the wedding yet! And we haven't received any official statements from the Empresses talking about their absence. The Emperor's youngest sister, Agustina, came after with her nephew, the Grand Prince of Wafflonia and his wife, the Grand Princess. The Palace's spokesman told us that the rest of the members of the Wafflonian Imperial and Royal Family was already in the Palace in company of the Emperor and the Empress.

We could later spot the King and Queen of the Netherlands with their daughters, the Princesses of the Netherlands and the Luxembourg Grand Duke and Grand Duchess. Following, came the rest of the foreign guests from Spain, Slaybridge, Liechtenstein and we could spot the Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Yugoslavia who said they couldn't attend to the previous events due to official work they had in their country.

The Gala was initiated by the National Anthem, sung by the Paulinian Aïda Cleirmont and the Imperial Children Choir of Bengravia, in the King Alexander III Hall. Then, the Prime Minister gave a speech in which he remarked how important was the presence of the Monarchy in the country and how other countries should follow the example of Wafflonia. The guests were later guided through the Golden Hall to the Amber Hall, where dinner was served. The dinner was delighted by the Emperor's bestman, King Colin of Slaybridge, who gave a speech for their best friends, and was followed by the heir to the throne, Grand Duchess Vanessa.

The Duchess gave some flawless words about their parents, talking about how much she loved them and how necessary their figure was for their family and Wafflonia. She got the spotlight and all the clapping from the guests.

The dinner served was an Argentinian cut of meat with wine (grape juice for the minors and the Emperor, who does not drink alcohol) and, for dessert, some time of creme with caramel and ice cream.

The party started later, when a slow, orchestral music let the people begin their dance. Next, came some latinamerican rhytms and salsa was danced until a recognised DJ played some dance and trance tunes. The Princess of Hanover almost tripped over her heels, but she danced the salsa like there was no tomorrow, and Queen Máxima started a conga line that was joined right after her daughters, the Imperial Couple and soon by the rest of the guests except Princess Laurentien who was having some troubles with her feet.

The royals were later given all separate bedrooms (except for the marriages, of course) in the Palace, where previously all their baggage was sent for them to stay the rest of the events there.

Tomorrow the Couple is getting married, and you can bet we will be there. We were told that tomorrow the Imperial Couple will be given a new peerage for their collection of titles and styles, but we will not find out until then!