Spoken softly but with conviction. Facial expression hasn't changed. His hand is still outstretched towards the dagger, he frowns questioningly at the dagger. Spoken fearfully but in strained, hushed tones. He closes his eyes and turns his head away from the dagger.
Face shows grief and signs of an inner struggle.
Spoken in a strained voice. And such an instrument I was to use He looks towards the King's chambers, then at the dagger in his hand. Spoken softly and wonderingly. Face lights up slightly. He lifts a hand to his face and rubs his eyes gently.