"The realm goes," William said idly, rubbing the bridge of his nose. His goodbrother was always welcome company, and certainly a welcome political ear in times like these. The news from Haine had worried him and he tried not to let on to Kaelyn or his closer kin, knowing that they too would worry. The realm was his responsibility after all, while he held it, and he intended to rule it well.
"Do I find you well, goodbrother? I should hope so, otherwise this is a business visit and not a pleasurable one."