The crack of his neck indcates a subtle shift in manner. The friendly and humorous blue eyes become icy. His voice takes on an all together different tone.
"If you are asking if I would do what your father described in his letter to me, then the answer is no.
And if you think I'm the powerful friend 'you' think can be useful then you are are sadly mistaken as to what word 'service' means.
I know how to rule and I know when to exert force and when show restraint as the 'case' may warrant.
Peasants are not that 'case'."
His tone reverts.
"So de Roc'efort, perhaps you should try and rodger Madoc over t'ere. I'm very sure he will try to bite your bollocks off, that mig't geve you a more interesting c'allange."
The chest high pink poodle stands at the mention of his name. He looks more than happy to lick a face or walk through a wall, depending on what the Duke wishes.
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