Albert walked into the lounge room, which was decorated with tassels, wreaths and other festive decorations, but what was most captivating was of course the tree, glass ornaments, paper snowflakes and gingerbread made in the likeness of various figures, mythical and historical. The tree had everything, except for the star at the top, that was for later, when the rest of his family came down, so that they may do it together "Speaking of which...." Albert said, then practically on cue, the sound of squeaking, followed by the sound of the servant bells excitedly ringing filled the palace "Ah, right on time." Albert smiled as servants quickly went upstairs to his children's rooms in order to dress them for this joyous occasion