"It's so hot when you talk like that, by the way. All protective and strong. Army man, right? You mentioned before." Oh man, he had a thing for soldiers. He didn't realise it before but it was kind of hot. Strong, powerful men, fighting on his behalf. Ah, to be king in such a world - sounded delightful, honestly.

"Sometimes I think you're more than meets the eyes. You're earnest so I have a good read on you but -- I'm not gambling any more tonight. Let's just say - I like that you're not like them. You're different but it doesn't stop you being a country boy, eh?"

And he loved that part especially. "You're one of a kind, Mr Singer."