"Do you know, somehow I don't have the slightest difficulty believing that your interest in gaining power is genuine."

It's tempting, to raise her voice and project this little discussion to everyone in earshot. She's not ruling that out yet, but for right now her voice stays cool and conversational, pitched for his ears.

"Tell me, do you intend to keep mortal pets as a member of the Council, or will that wait until you've been elected Mayor?"