⁷ King Ahasuerus generously served his guests wine from the royal cellar in goblets made out of gold, each uniquely designed. ⁸ But no one was required to drink. The king merely ordered his servants to let his guests do as they wished. ⁹ Meanwhile, as the men enjoyed the goodwill of King Ahasuerus, Queen Vashti gathered all of the women together for a celebration in one of the banquet halls of the royal palace.