The crown prince's laughter is annoying to Marianne, and soon she find herself glaring at him. Despite the absurdity of the situation, Prince of England and Alice laughs. When the laughter finally subsides, the prince wipes the tears from his eyes and looks at Marianne with a sly grin.
"Alright, I'll humor you," he says. "But only if you can guarantee that this Constable Louis is as righteous and honest as you claim. I don't want to waste my time with someone who's just going to be so fake and unrighteous."
Marianne stands up straighter, a determined look on her face. "Your Highness, I give you my word that Constable Louis is the most honorable man I've ever met. He's not only a man of his word, but he's also a man of action. He's always ready to do what's right, no matter the cost. And I know he'll be just as honest and upright with you as he is with everyone else."
Why is she even explaining to this man?
