He throws the lid back over the pitcher and keeps his hands there.
Sorry, but not from this. This was given to me by the King himself during a formal meeting for the advancement of Gallia. I'm not suppose to let others drink from it, for it gives the impression I don't properly control the power I was given, or something to that matter. I hope you don't mind, but I'd like to keep my head on my shoulders.
In truth, he really didn't want Leon to have any of the coffee. It would be disastrous if he were to drink it.
Here, he calls for a large cup of coffee to be brought over, That should fix that. Now back to business. I like your thinking. As long as we come out looking heroic and just, we should be fine. I wouldn't mind if they end up being loyal, or if they get stoned to death. We have ourselves and Gallia to think of.