“There are many benefits to taking a wife beyond succession, your highness,” Lord Catigern urges, leaning forward in his seat. “A good queen will help you run the kingdom—”
“Indeed!” Sir Urien cuts in. “She can manage the castle, review reports, perhaps even write some of your speeches—”
“Yes, and warm your bed throughout this blasted winter!” Lord Bardor roars, slapping the council table jovially.
“Thank you gentlemen.” Arthur resolutely does not look at Merlin even once. “I am well aware of the role a queen can play.”
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