"Here," Caius said, handing the letter back to Henry without opening it. "Give it to Rose."
Mister Henry could barely hide his shock, but he didn't say anything. Rather, he bowed and accepted it before rushing out of the study.
Rylen watched the exchange with concerned eyes. The door shut softly, almost making no sound except the clink of the lock sliding in place.
"What was it you wanted to discuss?" Caius asked.
Rylen had half expected the crown prince to change the subject and was surprised when he didn't. "It is about the redhead," he said. "Her Majesty gave me a task."
"Ha," Caius laughed. "I knew it. Mother wouldn't act so agreeable if she didn't have some kind of plan. What did she ask you?"
"Before that, Your Grace. I fear I must bring up the topic again. Whatever the purpose was to drag the poor woman all the way here, you must have had your fill. Let her go."
Caius's gaze darkened. "This will be the last time," he said. "Leave matters that concern me alone."
