Empress remained impassive as always even when she was pushed back.<span style="color: #336600">"You listen like a mortal. I was not defending her actions, I was explaining them and giving you a way to help her and yourself. So you wouldn't want to kill her and she can be a much needed friend for you. I am sorry that you feel as if I have in some way betrayed you but you should know by now that I'm loyal only to you. I never meant to imply that you need to let her abuse or berate you." </span>She pulled Order back into her arms and shushed her softly.<span style="color: #336600"> "Relax, relax. She's gone and I won't let her return. If she tries to antagonize you again I will make sure it is the last time so you aren't forced to arrest her or harm her. Come, let's go visit Purity, she's not conscious right now but you may find peace in her presence."</span><br/><br/>Ras smiled but instead of responding he kissed her again and looked over at Sharindia. "I know all about Lorna, dear, I was making a joke. And she's not my type, she's more... Kitori's type. I prefer women who can bathe. Speaking of which, Yinxha reports your daughter is doing better. She successfully rekindled the fire in her heart and she's going to try kicking my ass again."<div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>