Journal Entry 28

04.06.2026

As I stare out of my study’s window at the beautiful architecture on the hill, I ponder the question, “Is it a castle or a palace?” I guess in today’s time, one would refer to King Jonas’s home as a palace. However, based on the structure alone, I would say the King lives in a castle. Perhaps my thoughts are intertwined with those of a fairytale.

I wonder. Does Jonas look outside his castle windows towards town and think about how blessed he is? Does he ever stare down the hill at the home I live in and wonder what I am doing, or what my family and I are doing?

Our official portrait, which was released this week, was a big hit. Well, at least on social media and the mainstream news media. Of course, there were trolls who wanted to voice their sarcastic opinions, but such is life. I have learned to have thick skin from years of being by Jonas’s side.

During the King’s Zoom meeting this afternoon with the U.S. Secretary of State, along with Dorstenland’s Defense Minister, I noticed that I was not fully concentrating on the topics being discussed. My attention seemed to derail each time Jonas’s eyes connected with mine. I am still not sure what this feeling is that I have about the King.

Why can I not get Jonas out of my thoughts throughout the day? It is no longer business or friendship thoughts that race through my head. There is something deeper. An unknown connection that neither of us seems to understand.

This weekend, both the King’s children and my own will join Jonas and me during the Pride Festival in downtown Eberbach to celebrate Pride Month. I am looking forward to taking some time to relax and enjoy the events before next week arrives. Parliament will be electing our new Prime Minister. Unfortunately, there are still those who want to have Jonas give up more power or push for the abdication of the Royal Family – permanently.