While minella was uncouncious,an unprecedented touch, the touch of genuine care, happened to her. In a way she had never considered. Someone unknown to her appears first time in front of her, displaying a concern she was unfamiliar with.
But she was unconscious to notice whatever was happening around her.
Even though the carriage was not present, the duke continued to run towards the carriage site, while she rested gently in his arm. Even in the midst of the chaos, he was not making her feel uneasy, even though she was uncouncious. And carrying her like a doll while walking quickly.