"There is nothing more powerful in all the universes, as a mother. Nothing else that commands as much respect and dedication, every matron a ruler.

You should choose not a sire.

You should choose an army of them.

A ruler deserves no less." What an idea, that one wouldn't be able to pick their mate. She had a few of her own to pick from herself, after all.

Food and drink, that was tempting. A moments pause.

"... Red wine, and fresh meat."