I think that this is a metaphor because it doesn't use like or as
Are there options? Im not sure if this is helpful, but im pretty sure he was given the head seat at the round table. If thats not an option, please list them, (:
Answer:
C
Explanation:
[transitive, intransitive] to be or go around the edge of something skirt something They followed the road that skirted the lake. They skirted the forest and emerged on to a path. skirt around/round something I skirted around the field and crossed the bridge.