Leonardo turned his attention away from his son and towards Veronica, who was holding her chin with a pondering expression before sighing.
"Oh, dear... It's much too late for that, your Majesty."
She gave a half-turn back and gestured towards Marionette, who had her arms folded and her face firm and cold—something that the king recognised to be a key trait in every Roselle member.
The king tilted his head slightly as he stroked his chin in a curious manner. He eventually deciphered what Veronica was implying and laughed loudly.
"I see! Very well, then. I apologise for what I said, I do hope you could forgive me, Marek's daughter."
Marionette nodded and responded without a hint of being bothered by what he had said earlier, "It is not an issue, your Majesty. My Lillian is an excellent partner to have, considering her strength and talent. I understand."
