"What talents could I possibly have? I've merely learned some tricks to please men."
"Men conquer the world to conquer women, while women conquer men to conquer the world. Semiramis, knowing how to please and manage men is also a talent, and you excel in it, don't underestimate yourself."
Semiramis could tell this was not a hollow flattery but a sincere compliment.
The man's gaze emitted a familiar intensity, but what he desired was not the beauty of a woman pleasing the opposite sex, but the talent beneath that façade.
To be regarded in such a manner by a Deity made Semiramis feel a strange emotion rise in her heart.
He was probably the first to judge her by her 'abilities' rather than her 'beauty.'
"So, are you interested in becoming... Assyria's Queen?"
A deep voice entered her ears, carrying a temptation that struck directly at the soul.
Semiramis abruptly raised her head, the flames named 'ambition' fiercely dancing in her eyes.
~~
As night fell.
