Eliezer did understand Raven's anger towards his family and her initial desire to harm them, but the clash in their interests was apparent. The sensible thing to do would be to stop seeing her so that he would be at peace knowing he had done all he could to keep his family safe. However, the fact that she had revealed such information to him was leading him to believe everything she had said about only wanting to be with him now. In addition, Raven could be the change that Dainia sorely needed. He could ask for advice from those whom he regularly confided in, but the decision would ultimately be his, and he would have to take responsibility for any consequences resulting from that decision.

He nodded and stood with her when she expressed that she needed to return home. "Oh, of course. I apologize for keeping you from your duties, but do write to the palace when you get the chance, my lady."

He returned her kiss with one on her forehead, and then watched as she happily left. Seeing her in such a mood, a light smile of satisfaction crossed his own face without him realizing it. Perhaps he should return to the village one day and bring gifts to surprise the orphans under her care. He was certain that she would greatly appreciate such a gesture. Was he finally feeling it? The desire to make another happy without an obligation or the thought of one's personal gain? This was care, or even love, was it not? Unfortunately, he soon fell into the trap of attempting to rationalize his current feelings for her, as he would do with any other inexplicable feeling he would experience.

What was it about her exactly, that made him feel such a way? Could other factors have influenced this? With such questions in mind, he was becoming aware of how his doubts in himself had caused him to be so skeptical of Raven's love for him. Deep down, he had never believed that he was someone who could be loved. He had always thought that he had a clear understanding of who he was as a person, of all his capabilities as well as his limitations. Clearly, there was still more about himself that he has yet to discover. His thoughts were interrupted when the butler startled him. Allister made some comments as he collected the dishes, and Eliezer watched him for some time before speaking.

"Your concern for my emotional well-being is greatly appreciated," the prince began before he let out a soft sigh, remembering the odd interaction between his butler and his lady. "It is apparent that you have knowledge about Lady Omrea that you have not revealed to me. I implore you, Allister, tell me what you know."