The Land of Grimney - The Illustrated Adventures of Cora Pearl, aged 12

As you command my Lord... I ask only that I am given permission to write to the Princess and inform her what has happened.

*He smiles gently at the guards and returns his gaze to Darl.*

And reassure her that she is safe at Stormrock once more. You asked me to vow on your wedding day that I would protect your wife from all danger and treason. I have no regrets in keeping my vow. I will need to think hard to appoint a successor who would put the lives of you and your wife above his own as I have.

*Derias sighs*

I am afraid she will be a little disappointed with us both my Lord... but it is important she returns here swiftly. She has not been informed yet that she is with child, if she discovers it and informs her father, well... Carados is a fine ally, but do we want your heir to be in the hands of the Grimnians? I shall let you ponder that...

*He looks at the guards and speaks to them calmly.*

It seems you have been relieved of one guard duty, only to be given a new one. Do not fear though, I shall be a model prisoner.

*He bows to Darl*

As ever, my loyalty is sworn to you.