Esther 5:2-4

Contemporary English Version

² He was happy to see Esther, and he held out the gold scepter to her.

When Esther came up and touched the tip of the scepter, ³ the king said, “Esther, what brings you here? Just ask, and I will give you as much as half of my kingdom.”

⁴ Esther answered, “Your Majesty, please come with Haman to a dinner I will prepare for you later today.”