[ And, of course, Gwenhwyfar takes that very literally. ]

I think that would depend on the situation.

[ After a moment's hesitation, she lets out the sigh she's been holding in. ]

Arthur and I... we have quite a bit in common. Before he ascended the throne, his father was murdered by another king and he took his throne. He grew up as a normal boy, so other kings don't take him as seriously. He's had to do so a few times as a reminder.

[ Even though Nikolai was joking...! ]

I don't think a day will come a king or queen would have to worry about not riling a rival kingdom or empire. I hope you understand when I say that a king... or someone like me? When they have these types of "afflictions", sometimes it's better to know.

[ She knows that's really not a good explanation why she's a little upset and bewildered. Gwenhwyfar does what she rarely does, she admits to her feelings. ]

I don't know... I suppose I was tentative to be in the presence of a sensible king, for once.