[There's a throb of pain somewhere in his chest at that, and he sucks in a small breath, having to blink a little bit at the moisture in his eyes]

Madame Elisabeth was a very kind woman. She was thoughtful and sweet, and humble in a way that one doesn't normally expect from an Empress.

[he's quiet for a brief moment, then]

As for me...how could I help but be kind to you?