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“When the time comes for you to marry, we’ll find you a good, greedy man.” “Greedy?” “A greedy man will appreciate you for the wealth and power you give him. And because he’ll want to stay in your good graces, I’ll know he’ll treat you well.”

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Royally Yours

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