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[versigny]

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[versigny]

[ finally, some opportunity for conversation—perhaps a touch too personal for Margaery's liking, but after Arthur's unintended honesty, she's more inclined to be vulnerable as well. ]

Marriage is in my future, whether I desire it or not. I've known this for a very long time, which is why I've fully prepared myself for a union that will earn me no personal happiness. The most I can dream of is having children who'll love me as I love them, and for the betterment of any land or kingdom my future husband will rule.

[ here, her expression becomes a lot more raw than what she usually presents in court, finally revealing some of the dissatisfaction of a woman who may have it all on the surface, but is simply wearing her chains well. ]

I won't lie to you. I want to be queen. But not for solely self-serving purposes. There would be nothing of merit to me if I could not inspire love and loyalty and rightful action in our people. [ more quietly, ] Even if I cannot inspire it in you.

[ vulnerability is a hefty thing to carry, even to share, which is why Margaery is soon sealing it back up, replacing her own obvious frustration with another smooth smile. ]

But if you truly do not wish to marry me, and fully intend to battle with your father for as long as he'll allow, then I will request to leave. The last thing I desire is to earn your ire for a lifetime, Your Majesty. However, [ she steps in closer, gaze searching, ] if you think you could find it in your heart to see me not as your enemy, but a potential partner in hardships you will have to endure, then I'll stay. Is that agreeable?