Esther 1:9

1:9 Queen Vashti also gave a banquet for the women in King Ahasuerus’ royal palace.

Esther 2:2

2:2 The king’s servants who attended him said, “Let a search be conducted in the king’s behalf for attractive young women.

Esther 2:22

2:22 When Mordecai learned of the conspiracy, he informed Queen Esther, and Esther told the king in Mordecai’s behalf.