Three hundred years is a long time. My memories feel so recent when I know that centuries have passed since then.

[ Alphen seems bothered by the whole thing but talking things through with Dohalim is helping. He feels reassured by having friends and sees the importance of their bonds. He just goes over to the side and looks a little more serious than before. ]

The fact remains that I'm still the Sovereign. Do you think something like that would hold any meaning here, Dohalim?

[ their titles and rankings from home likely have no bearing in this place. ]