[ It's almost bitter how quickly she wants to insist she is no Queen here. That one did not hold over well last time, she would not return to that conversation. ]

We must be partners, ser. You serve me well, provide good council and I wish to return the favor. [ His words were difficult to hear. As if she was being talked to like a child. She hates it, makes her wish to end this 'call' and just go to sleep. Yet... a Queen, she listens to her people. ] I... will do my best, then. My wants and wishes may not align to what is best for us all.

[ A pause, returning to his earlier question. She thinks, trying to sum the words up for him to understand. ]

If it is as I fear, my heart will bleed for them. [ However, she does insist more from him. ] I wish to know about their city, I trust you to find me the answers I need.