Isolde is a Star

Isolde kept stealing glances at the seething Aliana as they traveled to the capital under guard. Butrellis was beautiful, there were rows upon rows of sandstone-colored buildings that were separated by gates and large library-like buildings.

"Aliana, a tribunal is no joke in Thoso," Isolde said wringing her hands. 

"Well, it's a good thing that I have you," Aliana replied. "You say you feel responsible for this mess, if you feel that way then you can help me out of it as repayment."

"I would love nothing more, your highness," Isolde said. "Using the law to work for us is the best way about it, logic and reason are two of the most respected things in Thoso."

"Okay well, it's against Astarian law to beat your wife to where it leaves a mark," Aliana said thoughtfully. "So that's one strike against your husband."

Isolde nodded. "It's written in Thoso's laws that no noblewoman may be struck by anything larger than her thumb."