Well I'm glad to know I wasn't the only one thinking there was going to be a surprise confession😅.
While Ventier's concerns are legitimate, it must be frustrating for Paulina to have it pointed out again that she may be used against the king she's so dedicated to serving. She can be doing everything right but her gender will still be weaponized by others against him.
Also love how the king is once again putting his facial control skills to the test but starting to fail in the face of Paulina's unabashed comments.