"Your Majesty," Marylin said, still wearing her maid outfit, as she curtsied before Arthras in his private study. "My mission to Grovan was a complete success. I have determined the character and intentions of their prince."
"And it was so important you didn't even take the time to change back to your normal form?" Arthras replied.
"No, nothing so urgent, but my hips don't hurt in this form, so I saw little need to change back immediately. Though I do miss by beard." the wizard twirled a strand of hair around her finger. "This doesn't have quite the same impression as stroking a beard."
"Indeed not," Arthras said with a chuckle. "So, old friend, what did you discover about Grovan's Kelos?"
"It seems he truly loves your daughter, and honestly wishes to unite our kingdoms for the sake of both our people. Yet... While he said Fia is beautiful, powerful, and capable, he doesn't seem to hold much respect for women. He seems to see Princess Fia as a mere prize to be claimed, rather than a partner. Further, he has no intention of remaining faithful. He said he wishes to build a harem of the most beautiful women in the kingdom."
"It would be unusual to find a man of power and privilege who didn't desire such things. I can't claim to be a saint in that area." the king walked over to the window and looked out at the courtyard below. "Still... I want better for my daughter than I was for my wife."
"Understandable, Your Majesty. What parent doesn't want the best for their children? The prince is still fairly young, so perhaps there's a chance to teach him to be more respectful of women."
"Do you have something in mind?" Arthras turned to the wizard.
"Perhaps. What better way of teaching a man to respect women than turning them into a woman? Temporarily of course."
"That pompous old windbag Reginald would certainly be angry to learn he has a second daughter," the king chuckled.
"Third, actually," Marylin replied. "I learned of a younger child while I was there, Princess Anya. I was assigned to be her personal servant, but I was able to fulfill my objective before actually meeting her."
"I see... Strange I have not heard of her before. Perhaps she is a bastard? Well, regardless, you have my permission to proceed with the plan."
"Of course, Your Majesty." Marylin did another curtsy and then left the king's study.
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