Arthur laughed heartily and said, "Wearing the crown is certainly exhilarating, but you should also mentally prepare for how exhausting the coronation day might be. Remember the day you ascended the throne? That day, there were over two thousand people lined up to kiss your hand."
Victoria responded upon hearing this, "Of course I remember, Viscount Melbourne mentioned that his diamond buttons got lost in the crowd, the floor was littered with accidentally dropped medals and ribbons, and several generals even had their epaulettes rubbed off their shoulders."
Arthur, half reminiscing and half teasing, said, "Despite the pouring rain at the reception the following day, the esteemed guests gathered more neatly than at a House of Lords meeting. I still remember you were dressed in all black from head to toe, with the Order of the Garter sash on your right chest, a star badge on your left chest, and a clasp on your left arm. Surely, wearing all that must have been quite heavy?"
