Killian will never agree to this marriage, not until his last breath. How could they even suggest such a thing? Another marriage? This is ridiculous. He has ruled his kingdom for so long, not faltering under any pressure, just for another marriage? What possible benefit could another union bring? He will not sacrifice his autonomy, his freedom, for the sake of some strategic marriage. Let the other kingdoms play their games of politics and power. He will rule his own kingdom on his own terms. But, he can’t deny the seeds of doubts, sprouting in his mind, from the advantages his advisors speak of. No, he cannot entertain such thoughts. He must stay true to himself, to his principles, no matter the consequences. He will protest this marriage until his last breath, if need be.