All y'all talking about how u don't like charlize manipulating the prince, but please remember, he is actually aware of that. He is LETTING her manipulate him, he is willingly doing what she wants, you will see as the chapters further into the story line, just how much he actually understands her intentions. It's actually really creepy how much he knows she hates the empire, and how much he's willing to do to keep her by his side, so honestly I don't feel bad for him since he is completely aware of it and is willingly following her (he's a genius guys remember)
Of course I do understand why people feel bad about the manipulating part, but if you really pay attention, he is actually analyzing her every word and move, he probably already a full understanding of her mentality, and what she wants from him, so yeah. Idk you guys give your input I'm hella interested 😃