It's been reported that a masquerade ball is going to be held in the palace, and the nobles are all excited about the idea of having a ball with aristocrats instead of the peasants. The nobles will be able to spend their money without having to wear a dress, which will make it easier for the two of them to hide their true intentions. They're worried that the peasants will think they're stealing their land, but they think it'll be a good idea to hold a ball where the aristocrats don't have to wear their clothes. It'll also make it more difficult for the peasants to get in their way, since they won't be wearing their clothes to the masquerade ball. They also think that it's better for them to hold the ball at the palace where the land issues are less likely to be raised, since it will prevent the peasants from getting into their way. They think that the prince would be cool with this idea, since he's such a good friend of theirs. He's also worried that they'll get into trouble if they try to get into the ball, since the prince is such a rich guy. They decide to pay for a drink with the prince, and he'll give them 20 gold coins if they drink too much.