She apologizes and goes under

"I'm sorry," Edelgard mumbled. "So used to...being on guard. "

"It's understandable," said Henry. "I mean, you're the future emperor. A little caution is good. But I want you to think of this as your safe space. No enemies, no assassins. Just you and me. And I'm your friend, Edelgard."

"A friend?" Edelgard mumbled, softer now. "Yes...friends are...nice."

Her shoulders slumped, her body went limper. She was letting her guard down, ever so slowly.

"That's right," said Henry. "I won't make you do things you're uncomfortable with. After all, what kind of friend would I be then?"

Edelgard mumbled something he couldn't quite catch, her eyelids fluttering as her head slumped to one side. She was almost at the ideal level of trance.