"Why are you telling me this?"
"Because I know that the princess was attacked by one of the servants. I just wanted to make you aware of that. If you continue to show a clear disinterest in the princess, her life may be in danger again."
"I already know that, and I'm making sure that no one dares to touch my wife."
"That is all I have to say. If Your Majesty excuses me, I shall take my leave."
"You may leave. And don't forget what I told you. Take care of my wife."
"As you wish, Your Majesty."
After Lady Elizabeth left, Alessandro realized something. Everyone who met Abril ended up charmed by her innocence, even him.
*****
That night at dinner, Cassian didn't appear. Abril and Alessandro dined alone. He asked her, "Have you seen Cassian today?"
"No. We were supposed to take a wa
