[ the balfours cannot want for chaos and bloodshed alone, else they would not have warned hawk. another piece of a puzzle that alicent does not even know the shape of — and if she cannot see it herself, she has little chance of making louis see. instead, she shakes her head, curls rattling with the motion. ]

It was only moments ago that I saw him pull Tim aside. [ minutes, seconds. ]

He had little warning — let me enquire after him, once you have seen me to safety, and I will tell you all I learn. [ quietly urging, ] You and Daniel have been good to me. Let me return this favour.

[ she does not think hawk will be inclined to share with any who lied about their nature and endangered tim, besides. ]