Lady Inayah's ability to forcefully intervene in Seelima's decision was truly one of a kind, possessed by only her in the entire kingdom. Facing anyone else, if the Queen Mother wanted something, she was going to get it- no matter how much time and blood and sweat it took.
And for better or worse, that was exactly what Alexander was dealing with- the Queen Mother wanted to tie him firmly to her boat, trying very hard to overwhelm him with 'two' extremely precious gifts.
But given the risk involved, Alexander knew he had to tread this path very carefully.
Thus, taking a strategic pause to rethink his strategy, he slowly wrapped his arms around the slender waist of the bare princess, and mused in a gentle, agreeing tone,
