[Cesare grits his teeth and groans, half from ardour and half from frustrated distrust. Her point seems valid but he does not dare admit it. The situation is more complicated than that. He lets out a disappointed sigh, though he doesn't pull away, and lets the two of them be close.]
You need the Church to restore your birthright, do you not?
[He has to shift the conversation. He can't cope otherwise. The temptation is too great and the topic is too difficult right now. Besides, he would help her if he can.]
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You need the Church to restore your birthright, do you not?
[He has to shift the conversation. He can't cope otherwise. The temptation is too great and the topic is too difficult right now. Besides, he would help her if he can.]