Or would she be killed. Ahasuerus lifted his face. The golden scepter was quickly raised. What a surprise. It would have been too brash to just blurt out the problem, so she responded with an invitation to a private dinner party, just for the king and his most trusted advisor, the Prime Minister, Haman.
Somebody go get Haman.
Esther's home cooked dinner was on. Esther still had not figured how to say what was on her mind. So they agreed. Haman was particularly pleased at the thought. A private dinner with the king and queen two days in a row - if anyone had any question about who is really who in this kingdom, it should be answered now.