So Close, so far

Instead of answering, Gutard, who kept his hand on Lex's shoulder like firm claws digging into his flesh, snorted,

"I'm more interested in the reasons the Church is suddenly so interested in the Princess. As for the arrival of a sibling, I feel that she would be happy. But at the same time, the disclosure of this connection would ruin our LOVED Princess's reputation. Let's take it easy with each step."

Narses swallowed, and Lex rebelled under the hand of the Sovereign Prince, trying to free himself,

"Well, but since Narses is here ..."

Gutard, however, easily controlled the princess in the Prince's body, putting his arm around Alexander's shoulders.