Concerned about Zubak's growing influence, Nicholas conspireswith Laskin, Schiff, and Singer to find ways to sour thecorporal in Elena's eyes. With the cobalt deal stalling, Elenawelcomes Senator Judith Holt to the palace to negotiate anagreement between their two countries. Later, Agnes deflectsLaskin's inquiries about her ailing son's miraculously goodhealth.
