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The hallway in front of the entrance hall was silent.
The large windows let in the afternoon light, illuminating the light marble floor and the walls decorated with ancient tapestries.
Eren stood near one of the columns, his hands crossed in front of him.
He tried to appear calm.
But he wasn't.
Alessandro was a few steps away, looking out one of the windows with his hands behind his back.
For a moment, neither spoke.
Finally, Eren took a deep breath.
“Your Majesty…”
Alessandro slightly turned his head.
“Tell me.”
Eren ran a hand through his hair with some nervousness.
“I… care for Lissana.”
The declaration was direct.
Sincere.
“My intentions with her are serious.”
Alessandro watched him in silence.
Eren continued.
“I came here with the intention of asking for your bl
