Alyxander nodded, his mind thinking up ways to punish the monsters whom had stolen Josephine's peace of mind. They would pay for their crime against the princess, he would make sure of it. But This plan must be carried out without anyone else finding out; especially Josephine. He glanced towards the girl, but found she was definitely fast asleep. "We will get our chance at avenging the torment she has suffered. They will not be let off for this."<br/>...<br/>Josephine remained asleep for a few hours more, in a dreamless daze for that time. When she woke, Raoul was still at her side, as he promised he would be. But Alyx wasn't nearby anymore. The girl yawned and smiled up at Raoul. "I hope I did not sleep too long. What time is it, my dear Raoul?"