Chapter 107: Conversations Part 6

So ironical, a female displaying such richness, such luxury, such power…and attracting enemies?

She cleared her throat. “Well, it is very elegant… even though a bit on the err risqué side, umm I mean in front of all those people, it may be a wee bit over the top…too provocative.”

The reply was crisp and even.

“That is what you said last time, on your first…meeting. You must put such thoughts out of your head. This is a gown designed specifically for the Trimadian queen to wear at the ceremony. Please, my lady, be assured, the Supreme Ruler does know what suits you and what he would like to see you in.”

There was a stern finality in her tone.

Leah did not know whether to feel insulted or complimented, and decided on the latter. Still, the element of control bothered her.

“Does he Sini, tell me, how can he know me, no one…has he been checking me out?”

The look that rose to the surface was sufficient to make Sini feel a rise of panic. She swallowed hard.