Nicholas clears his throat and holds her gaze as he says word for word. "I am a gentleman. I was not bred in a rich home but I was bred by a very fine woman. Someone who had lots if love to give and saw the world as a beautiful place regardless of the dirt. She taught me to respect women and their decisions. She taught me that a womans No means No and I was not to linger. She also taught me to never force myself on a woman or use my strength against her. Along with other good and gentlemanly manners. I was well brought up your highness." He then adds. "My mother believes in the equality of both genders. And so do I. I think it isnt fair that women arent treated as their own person. Although some people have that privilege due to their family backgrounds." He finished taunting the princess.