"We all have things we want to do, but as your leader, if I see that your life is at risk when you try to get your revenge, I have the right to interfere."
However, the need to admit it out loud didn't even cross his mind, "Silver Widow, just why do you keep on rejecting me? Just admit it, I do have the ability to read minds."
Duchess Bergling held Layla's shoulders with a smile. "Daughter, you are growing older each day. I heard you suggesting leaving the life of a thief. If so, why don't we send a marriage proposal to the Drache county? I am sure the princes there will be glad to have you as their wife."
She took the loudspeaker from the blue-eyed mistress to begin her announcement: "I will continue to steal for the greater good of Verdienst and all its habitats!"