Alice's face flushed as she saw Pryce staring at her thoughtfully. She glanced at him secretly, then again, finding herself increasingly drawn to him.
However, she stubbornly explained to Pryce, "This isn't because of our relationship, Pryce. It's because you have genuinely brought benefits to Northling. I am the Earl of Northling, and I am responsible for its well-being. The reason I'm cooperating with you so completely is not because... because we were intimate, but because I believe that collaborating with you is beneficial to Northling."
"I understand! I understand, Alice! I have never intended to harm you, nor have I ever intended to harm Northling," Pryce said softly, nodding slightly, which served as a promise to Alice.
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