It is a question of construction.

You are young, and these things are all new to you.

The Prince might have been trying you, or something which you did not hear or have forgotten might throw a different light upon his actions and suggestion.

I beg that you will leave the matter entirely in my hands." I abandoned the subject then and there.

But as I left the room I came face to face with Blenavon, who was loitering outside.