@TheGodEmperor It would build resentment, but he knew there would be resentment anyway, because he knows the Duke was basically an oblivious @sshole to Neveah for 10 years and she’s not going to get over that in the week or so since she ended their engagement. But he did accept her and also swore to always be on her side, so he’s making good on that promise by basically saying he is going to fight for her no matter who the other person is.