Seeing Elias put the ring back on seemed to ease Olivia's previously unhappy expression somewhat. She sighed deeply, "During the days you were away, I've been constantly troubled by others, and I had no one to share my burdens with."
She looked at Elias intently, "I need your help with something."
Elias nodded, "Okay."
His tone was decisive, without hesitation, and he didn't even ask what the problem was. Olivia's gaze softened as she watched him.
She blew gently on her coffee to cool it and spoke in a low voice, "You know I've been in charge of hosting the papal delegation recently. After their conspiracy in the North was exposed, I immediately prepared to arrest them, but unfortunately, one of them escaped."
