( Among other reasons indeed. It's not her fault her birth status made her eligible for the seat - there were some advantages in being related to Jhiaxus, as much as his work has fallen out of favor at this point in time. But Shockwave intended to make that spot her own, no matter how hard she had to fight to keep it against those who would rather see her fall from grace.

Or at least keep her mouth shut. )

And here I thought I won my appointment with my beauty alone. ( Teasing, her steps lighter now that she's gotten him to agree to coffee. The rest would come. ) I'm proud to say that my persuasive skills are still top notch.