At Lady Ezaya's objection, the Queen Mother turned to give her a slightly unpleased look, scowling for getting in her way.
'Back off', those dark eyes seemed to say determinedly.
However, the younger lady was also not one to be cowered, not even by the Queen of Adhania.
Boldly stepping forward, Lady Ezaya stood almost like a barrier in front of Alexander and once again insisted in a cool, firm voice,
"Your Highness Seelima, please think twice you are thinking of doing. There is an army of guards and maids just outside this door. His Majesty will hear of this before you can even put your clothes back on."
Following this warning, the voice went softer and more cautionary, "Not to mention the dangers of doing such strenuous acts in your current state. Heaven forbids anything happens. So why take such immense risks?"
And lastly, Lady Ezaya ended by offering a pretty good comprise,
