Clarification
Once Henry left the room, both Alexander and Everard looked at each other with relief in their eyes.
That look of relief in Alexander’s eyes, however, was soon replaced by guilt. He looked down at his palms and said feebly, “Umm… I am sorry about him.” He said while referring to Henry.
He didn’t want his friend to feel betrayed, so he explained himself, “Anna and King Caspian convinced me to take a few bodyguards so that… you know… I would be safe if those rogue people came to attack me again. I apologize if I hurt your feelings.”
Alexander was ready to see Everard getting angry at him for letting those vampires stay so close to him.
Unlike what he thought though, Everard was completely calm. “No, you don’t need to apologize. I totally understand.”
Alexander lifted his gaze and looked at Everard to see if he was being sarcastic or if he was being serious.