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One of the servants swallowed uncomfortably, when he heard the King raise his voice at him for questioning the traitors punishment. [Color=Gold] "Of course not Sire...I just meant..."[/Color] He stumbled over his words. Not sure how to explain himself without making the King angry. He was just concerned that exile might not be the right punishment considering the lengths the traitor already went to, when it came to causing chaos in the realm and within castle walls.

Rosalind could see the servant struggling, and she of all people figured that he didn't mean it to come across that way. So she decided to step in. [Color=Teal] "I believe, your servants and guards are just simply concerned about the safety of the realm and you my Lord." [/Color] Rosalind told Alexander [Color=Teal] "He didn't mean it, as him questioning your decision. But more so worried that the traitor would find a way back from exile, to cause more trouble." [/Color] Hopefully her words would keep Alexander at a somewhat calmer state, as she could hear his voice picking up, in anger. Like he would scold anyone whom dared ask a question about his decision. But Rosalind wasn't sure how powerful exile really was. At least in his Kingdom. It was then that Rosalind learned more about 'exile' in this realm, as Alexander talked about how the former servants fate would be sealed, with the shadows. Hoping that they would indeed prevent the traitor from coming back and causing more havoc, than they already had to endure.

The servant was surprised that the Princess tried to defend him, as she seemingly understood where he was coming from. But his King had scared him into silence, that he just nodded in understanding. Not daring say another word; in case it would be taken in the wrong way as Alexander always seemed to take his words of concern as being rude and questioning.

The Princess sighed softly, listening to him as he took the blame for what had happened. [Color=Teal] "But you didn't know, what she was capable of doing and planning." [/Color] Rosalind certainly didn't blame him for what had happened. It was the former servants choices, that had led them all to this. Before she could try and reassure him that she didn't blame him, he spoke about her being hurt. It surprised her...and confused her a little bit, that he seemed so concerned about her well being. Almost upset that something would have happened to her, if things didn't calm down. The Princess was a little speechless. Not sure what to say to that comment, from the King. Why was he concerned about her to such a degree? They were still strangers after all. Did he care for her, more than she realised? It was almost like he had read her mind, and seemed to know what words still troubled the Princess. Hearing his assurance that the traitors threats meant nothing. [Color=Teal]"Thank you, for the words of comfort."[/Color] It did make her feel a little bit better. That the traitor was getting what she truly deserved. Especially after what she had done.

It came as a no surprise, when she heard Alexander's speech about future servants going through a probation period. He was taking precautions. Not that she could blame him, after the chaos that they all witnessed. It was probably for the best. Any other sensible ruler and King would have done the same. Hopefully the others, new or old servants would prove to be more trustworthy than the traitor that was locked away in the cells, right now.