How I Stole a Duke and Foiled a Queen

I am the most favored lady-in-waiting to Her Majesty the Queen Mother.
King Alexander, however, looks down on me considerably.
He often tries to persuade the Queen Mother in my presence.
'This girl has a cunning personality and devious thoughts. Mother, how can you keep such a person by your side?'
Whenever this happens, I obediently lower my head.
To avoid His Majesty seeing me roll my eyes.
Later, the Queen Mother decided to arrange my marriage to the Duke's Heir.
King Alexander became anxious.
He grasped my wrist, his eyes brewing a storm.
He said, 'If you're unwilling, I can step in and refuse this marriage on your behalf!'
Me: '?'
That Duke's Heir is handsome and graceful, with a cheerful personality, the finest young man in the kingdom.
Of course I'm willing!