But his jealousy toward his older brother always simmered beneath the surface, and Alexander knew to tread carefully.
That's why they send the other sons into a monastary.
Alexander scoffed, “Women with tempers are easily dealt with.”
Yes. But they're also known to cut off certain male body parts.
And he would not have his future wife deflowered by some *peasant*. What was Alexander’s . . . was Alexander’s alone.
/flash forward 3 years or so./ Oops?
Her father cut her off again: “I have now found you the last lady-in-waiting you shall be given. Her name is Catherine, and she is the daughter of an earl who is very loyal to me. I expect you to treat her with the respect due to her.” He glared down at her. “You had better not lose this one, Loisette, or you will regret it.”
Actually he's right. And isn't the concept of Catherine guarding Loisette's virginity slightly pointless? But she's certainly going to be a big help in guarding the door while Loisette is out and about
And last but not least:
What happens when Loisette asks her Daddy a question like the following:
* Did you know you could get pregnant the first time?
* What happens if the Princess is pregnant?
* There is no law that a pregnant Princess can't rule the Kingdom by herself. So, why can't I?
I wonder what's up with Gawain. I sort of doubt he's Loisette in disguise. Shouldn't there have been a hint? And Loisette isn't experienced enough to play a boy. Besides, she would have had to cut her hair, learn about the cook, etc. No, he's not the Princess.
Michael
