Raphael raised an eyebrow as teasing smile creeped onto his face. "So your grace, do you love her?" he inquired, curiosity shining in his eyes.
Julian felt a wave of seriousness wash over him as he contemplated his feelings. He paused for a moment before answering.
"Well you can say that," he finally replied. His tone was both honest and reflective.
Raphael grinned sensing the depth behind Julian's words. "Ah, the young duke has fallen for a soldier! Just don't let her catch you daydreaming about her in the middle of a war meeting, or the queen might really have your head this time!"
Julian couldn't help but laugh at the absurdity of it all. The tension of the upcoming war was momentarily lifted by his knight's playful banter.
Julian's expression shifted from lighthearted to serious with a determined glint in his eyes. "Should I kill that guy?" he asked, referring to Edwin who had tucked Rose's hair behind her ear.
