A slave at dinner

"Did Alex know?" The moment of hesitation makes Astrid wonder, but Lanna shakes her head.

"I will ask the king for mercy." Astrid says, despite wanting to know Alex's version of events, but regardless of that, Lanna incriminated herself even more just for a chance to save him. She doubts that she is lying, this time. Not only that, but the desperation in her eyes makes her think that her feelings are deeper than love at a first glance.

"Thank you... Astrid, thank you!" She cries, grabbing the corner of Astrid's sleeve and missing it.

Embarrassed by the gesture, Astrid stapes back and leaves the room without saying another word.

"Alex!" She calls.

The poor man almost jumps at the sound of someone calling his name. He was talking with Tamara in the hallway.

"Yes, Lady Astrid."

"Do you love her?" Astrid asks and he is taken back for a moment before letting his head down.

"I made a promise and..." He tries to explain, but she interrupts him.

"That's not what I asked."

Alex clears his voic