"That's very kind of you to say. I'm sure you'll make just as fine a mother," Xelloss practically beamed at Gin. "Comforting this poor child. It's a very image of motherhood."

The idea of Lord Hellmaster finding himself a 'nice princess' was so hilarious that Xelloss's smile was taking on a faintly manic quality from his effort not to laugh audibly. "Yes, I'm sure she'll be beautiful."