Pandora was not sure if she should fear being set aside. It seemed strange to her that, despite all his sweet words and promises, he came home with another wife. One who never started as a slave. Was the proof that he could father children enough for him? She did not think she had to fear slavery again, but rejection of her and her son - divorce - would be difficult.

Her gaze ticked to the other woman but her slightly confused smile did not change. She would bring this new woman to heel, or the new heifer would have to go. Simple as that. So she smiles for Ivar. "If it makes you happy, husband."