[quote="atouchofgrace"]Scar was not that old to be the equivalent to a 60 or 70 year old man, more like a 40 something year old guy.
But anyway, he felt like he owned the land and his subjects, including Nala. He could do whatever he want with them. He wanted someone who could adore and respect him inconditionally, to show everyone he was loved. He could have children. He was not interested in having a family, per se, but he wanted to leave his mark, to have descendents.
He needed the best queen he could have. The most attractive, the most desired, one he could easily dominate. He thought Nala was the perfect choice. She grew up during his reign, she would respect and fear him more, she was also very attractive and young.[/quote]I agree