Karenina was not prepared to hear the word 'sorry' from the king.
What did he actually mean? He said he wanted the child and was willing to raise him but he still refused to marry the mother?
Her face was blank for a moment and then her expression was slowly changed with confusion. She looked at Nicholas and asked him to repeat what he said. "Sorry? What do you mean, Your Majesty?"
"I am sorry I cannot grant your request," Nicholas said calmly. "I will give you so much wealth that you can live without care for the rest of your life. I will also ensure your well-being. I will take the child and raise him, but I will not marry you."
Finally, after five years of avoiding this subject, today, Nicholas decided to end it once and for all. In the past, he had hoped that Karenina would take the hint and leave. However, she was too stubborn, or shameless.. he didn't exactly know what the right word to use for her situation.