"I have to prevent a war, save economy, stand up against revolts, rule the army, host a love at first sight ball to get the horde of men off me and you are seriously bugging me to choose a husband from these impotent inbreds?! "
"I would never beg you to choose a husband your Majesty. But do not forget you chose to host this ball instead of one for yourself. "
He sighed turning the cup in his hands.
"Have you thought of inviting your rival and antagonist? If you can turn his fire to some other source, maybe he'll calm the fuck down. I mean....."
This time he laughed and drank deep before frowning.
"But to the matters at hand... No more spiced wine, it's too heavy with the fish. And if you're not against doing Burgess a favor we could rewrite that trade agreement and do something about the economy... I feel like more fruit would really perk up those pastries.."
