A tender heart, 6

"I don't want to be apart from him again." Back at the duchy, Evelina realizes the original plot no longer matters; she can no longer hide her feelings for Liandro, so she confesses them to him. But shortly after arriving at the duchy, Evelina receives a letter—an invitation from the Emperor! Diego and Eleonora's engagement is set to be announced soon. Why has he invited Evelina? Is he curious about her? Or does he have an ulterior motive?