"It was an accident," Elissa shot back, though there was no anger in her voice. "I didn't know anyone lived here. I would not have intruded on your home had I known someone lived here. And if I found this place otherwise, I would have asked permission to enter your home."

She swallowed, straightening in her seat. "I did not mean to anger you, messere, but I also do not think my offense warranted you trying to kill me."