Alfonso clenched his hands into fists, he was furious, but he had to control his anger and bow his head. He bowed and said: "I appreciate Your Majesty's kindness. I regret having interrupted you. I will no longer take up your time, I will take my leave." Before Alfonso could leave, Alessandro warned him: "Duke, I hope you keep your daughter under control. Although she was once my betrothed, Abril is my wife and my queen. I will consider an offense against her as an offense against myself, and you know the price to pay for treason." "I know, Your Majesty, I promise my daughter will not commit such impertinence to your queen again." "I hope so." After Alfonso left the office, Gabriel said: "I think the duke might cause problems in the future. He has accumulated too much power and thin

