Dorephan had seen Sidon before his son had even spoken, but he certainly hadn't seen Link. Relief washed over him to see the young Hylian showing up sooner than Dorephan had expected. "A most welcome visitor!" he said, leaning forward. Muzu stepped to the side as Link and Sidon approached the throne.
"It is good to see you," Dorephan said. "I notice that the queen is not with you, however. Has something happened?"
This was getting tiring, constantly not knowing when to expect her.