Gale was utterly confused by Swan's decision to have a private conversation with Aria.
Wasn't it obvious that the dung-scented woman did not have a good intention towards her? Why would Swan entertain her request?
Nevertheless, he didn't want to take the chance of letting his beloved get hurt.
"I allow you to have a short conversation with her in this throne room, but I need to make sure that you are safe. The cat maids are agile fighters on top of being proper maids, so they will stand behind you in that room. I will be waiting outside," Gale said. "I will give you twenty minutes to talk. That should be enough, right?"
"Yes, that is enough," Swan smiled. "Thank you, husband. I want to make sure that I won't make the wrong choice this time. This is for your well-being and reputation as well."
