"And you would make a splendid king, if only your chance had not been taken from you..." Her gaze fell but when his stomach growled Ashe laughed softly into her hand.

Pausing as she stepped back slightly, she smiled at him. "Wash up, and there are clothes in the room. I will have a maid bring you a meal."

Before she stepped out of the bathroom, Ashe couldn't help but lean close to him and press a gentle kiss to his cheek.