Adrian turned his head towards Alessandra again and cocked up an eyebrow. [color=00aeef]"It really is a shame that you have grown meek. I must admit, I miss the outspoken Alessandra who had time and again scolded me,"[/color] he gave her a grin and then turned away. [color=00aeef]"I see that the palace has broken you..."[/color] he paused for a moment as if to consider something of great importance. [color=00aeef]"I do not want your spirit broken... thus I release you from your promised servitude to me and to my family. You may choose to stay or you may choose to leave. Whatever you decide on, I grant you your freedom. Whatever debt your family has, consider it fully paid,"[/color] his voice sounded strained. But before Alessandra could say anything, he urged his horse into a gallop towards the lake he always frequented.