She seems to believe I owe her respect because of her birthright. [ There is no heat or malice to his voice - Severus is merely reporting. He was not in any way affected by the exchange with Elizabeth; anyone else would be, certainly, but Severus is ... a particular person. A particular person who doesn't bother elaborating on why that point isn't going to be unsticking for him. Nuala will be well aware. ]

I thought to try again with her when I have the time. But I'm not sure she'll accept it from a peasant, to be frank. No matter how I speak to her.

[ Which really wasn't anything besides just blunt, until she started in on him. Far be it from Severus to understand the temperament of blood that blue. Even Lucius has never been so insufferable. ]