Josephine giggled a bit, and shook her head, pecking his lips to silence his apology. "Never apologize for something you do not regret. It sends the wrong message." She listened close as he continued, laying her head against his collarbone.<span style="font-style: italic">"I know this is a strange time to ask but you will still have me wont you? You still wish to marry me?"</span>"But of course. Why would I take that back? This incident behind us has not weakened my love for you; if anything, it has strengthened it. I want nothing more than to keep you by my side." Alyxander listened from the kitchen, a soft gasp arising as he heard their plans for the future. 'They plan to marry... of course, they would jump to that conclusion. They would share the throne, rule as her parents did...' He was still worried about Raoul turning into a traitor, but was less open about it after this rescue; putting Josephine first, telling them to leave him behind to escape at his own pace ... that was brave, even Alyx had to admit. Josephine was smiling up at Raoul, her sapphire eyes glistening in the faded light of nighttime.