[color=00aeef]"At this point, I suppose I am capable of doing things I would normally ask to be done for me. But your services are still invaluable to me. Your company is greatly appreciated as well,"[/color] he paused just outside the dining room doors and turned his brown eyes towards Alessandra. [color=00aeef]"But of course, if you tire of serving me, you are free to make use of your time as you see fit. Just by looking at how thin you have gotten since I last laid eyes on you, perhaps it is best to see to your health first before anything else. There will be no need to wait for my every beck and call."[/color] He reached out and laid a hand on Alessandra's shoulder and then proceeded into the dining hall, where Adam waited for him with a neutral look on his face and Hye Jin with a hopeful smile on hers.