[ There's a pause between replies long enough to indicate it's something Padme is certainly thinking about carefully. She doesn't know Beth as well as perhaps she would like, but she knows her well enough to know that this is not a request she is making lightly, which means it is likely something Padme will want to respond to. But promises come first, so she sighs and gives her answer. ]
If it helps you make a decision as to whether to tell me or not, I have had a great deal of experience in making political decisions despite knowing the personal costs.
If you wish it to remain a secret, I will keep it so, and I will not let it affect my public policy. I cannot promise I will not counsel a different approach if it is something I feel warrants one, but I will not force any other options on you or do anything about it without your consent.
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If it helps you make a decision as to whether to tell me or not, I have had a great deal of experience in making political decisions despite knowing the personal costs.
If you wish it to remain a secret, I will keep it so, and I will not let it affect my public policy. I cannot promise I will not counsel a different approach if it is something I feel warrants one, but I will not force any other options on you or do anything about it without your consent.
You have my word.