‘I’ve chosen Ivaar to lead my people when I’m gone, to grow my kingdom, to keep my family safe.’ He stared into her eyes. ‘If I had another option, I would choose a different man, but I don’t. That is just the way it has to be. But if there is a chance that my decision will end up killing everyone I love, I would not make that choice. Do you understand?’
You sound stupid as hell.
