The dinner continued to be eventful, with a few of the knights approaching the table to speak to Ophelia and Dante. Many of Ophelia's concerns about Dante leaving went away as she knew she would find comfort with the others remaining in the castle.
After retreating to her chamber, Ophelia sat on the bed, braiding her hair herself since Alice wasn't in any position to help her get ready for bed.
Dante laid behind Ophelia, waiting for her to join him. "You should let me help."
"Do you know how to braid hair?" Ophelia asked as she shifted her body to look at Dante. "I will not have you create a knot in my hair. I am all done already," she said.
Ophelia crawled to the middle of the bed where Dante laid. "You must rest. I know you were looking forward to us being alone, but you must leave early in the morning. I cannot have you be tired and fall asleep while on your horse. It is time to sleep."
