Demerus had witnessed the expected reaction of Kyros and moved closer to explain.
"Lord Kyros. I can see that despite your young age, you are well learned and that the wisdom of adults pale in front of you. So pardon the improper words of my sister. But you have to understand..."
"Oh, I understand a thot when I see one."
"N-no. That's not what I meant. My sisters are born nobles. And frankly, they are prideful and only respect power. This is why they haven't married yet. Even I, myself, am having a hard time looking for a wife. But, another reason why they never married is that..."
"They like old men."
"N-no! Remember that we were after you a while ago."
"If you remind me again of what had happened earlier, I will let loose my shadows on you."
