Is this "cheese"?

[Arryn]

Alneyan said:
The said minions would still have to be watched, but why would they want to even consider thinking about a betrayal is beyond my understanding. Such ungrateful hirelings they would be if they attempted a backstab, while you took care of seeing to that most welcome guest in your comfy cells.

You must never forget that the reason that honey is more attractive a lure than vinegar is not because it is sweet, but because it is sticky ...

[Alneyan]

I cannot fully grasp your meaning; my paltry excuse for this failure will be the hour (two in the morning), and the low number (three by Last count) of neurons still somewhat working in my brain. This meager apology is the best I can give, however.

Hmm, perhaps I should head to bed instead of keeping on with my feeble attempts at flattery (who said "fawning"?).