Ashina knocked twice on Gonzalo's bedroom door before he responded. He'd returned home, showered and now he was about to sleep. "Come inside," He said. Ashina stepped inside. "Good evening, my prince..you sent for me?" "Have you had dinner?" He questioned. Ashina nodded. "Yes.." Her eyes flashed, her chin came up. "Stale bread or..?" He looked into his eyes. Ashina looked away. "I was instructed by the Queen to serve myself and eat whatever I want." "Okay," Gonzalo smiled. He knew he could always count on his mother. She'd do any and everything he requested. "One last thing, I don't want you training again, do you understand?" Ashina nodded. "Yes.." "Good. I am in a good mood, ask anything and I will grant." He searched into her eyes, hoping it convinced her of

