Comment by Introvert on Introvert

He tells her he knows she's not weak and he out of everyone knows how strong her magic is. But because of the rebels, the palace is now a battlefield and they don't know if there are more hidden forces. In this situation, they can't easily catch Yvonne and what will they do if it's actually a trap for Penelope. He tells her there's a limit to defending her on the battlefield and to wait until the clear the debris and then she can come. She asks about the hostages. He tells her there's no guarantee she'd be able to save the hostages by going with Yvonne's request. When he sees her eyes shake he hugs her and tells her he'll talk with the duke about making a rescue operation so don't make that face. She remembers that he was a man who never broke his word so the hostages would be saved and the rebels defeated. He tells her she has too many worries and to close her eyes and when she wakes up it'll be over. She digs herself deeper into his arms searching for warmth and hoping it's true.