"I..."
Victoria had initially furrowed her brow, but her subtle emotional shift did not escape Arthur's keen eyes.
She hadn't even realized that her fingertips had gently moved across the table's surface, all for the thrill of a grand vision—a chance to do something for the people and change the country—which truly excited Victoria.
Yet, this excitement only lasted for a fleeting few seconds.
Because she recalled her uncle Leopold's advice—to never make a decision at the first instance.
"Sir Arthur..." Victoria's voice still carried warmth: "I will seriously consider your proposal. But I cannot give you a response today, at this moment."
Arthur hesitated for a moment.
This was somewhat unexpected, as he could already tell Victoria was seventy percent convinced, just missing the final push.
However, he wasn't too disappointed; instead, he was somewhat pleased.
After all, if Victoria were too easily swayed, wouldn't she also heed Viscount Melbourne's advice just as heedlessly?
