[Hannibal's lips managed not to twist into a smirk or anything else. In fact, he kept his amusement under strict control as he nodded his head serenely.]

I gave my word, ergo, I will ask your Dominant for permission. [He stated simply to Hiling, before looking at Alfred.] Hiling wishes to have sexual relations with me. I thought it might be a good motivation for her to seek some therapy for becoming better at dealing with humans.