The news of the assassination attempt on King Alfonso of the Philippines spread like wildfire across the entire territory. It was a shocking and devastating revelation that sent shockwaves throughout the nation. Alfonso's family, his wife Maria, his mother Queen Victoria Eugenie, and his siblings, were all consumed by panic and concern.
In the palace, the air was thick with tension and anxiety. Maria, Alfonso's wife, was the first to receive the news. She had been going about her day when a frantic aide burst into her chambers, bearing the dreadful tidings. Her heart plummeted as she heard the words, and she rushed to the television, where the unfolding crisis was being broadcast.
Maria watched in horror as the images of the wounded King Alfonso, being rushed into the hospital, filled the screen. Her mind raced, and her hands trembled. She knew that her husband was strong and determined, but the sight of him injured was enough to send her into a state of panic.