The king closed his book, and turned his attention to his mistress. "My slave do not manipulate me, Vetta. She has not been manipulative, and if she is, it is left for me to find out. I haven't found out, and so, it will only be an accusations you make without basics."

He isn't believing her...!?

"But, my king---"She began again.

"Let the subject drop." He ordered calmly, never one to raise his voice. He never has to.

Vetta snapped her ...