It was almost like a past situation Ishtar had been in with her cousins. Three brothers, Seiliez, Laphiji, and Vord, all fighting in a tournament to win her hand in marriage. The throne was a promising win, but one of the main perks to Vord and Seiliez was having Ishtar for a bride. To be king and have a queen.

After taking a quick swig of beer Ishtar casually replied, "Money may be the root of all evil, but its women that make men go really nuts. To have both is a real bonus." Another sip. "Didn't you mention that this Chel girl was like the breaking point?"