“I was as young as you once. Even younger. I can see how you act around Queen Aramilla. She is the only one of us you keep your distance from.” “Better not to play with fire,” said Bellamus, not returning Lord Northwic’s gaze. “Yes, it is,” said Lord Northwic forcefully. “In the eyes of both God and man. Be careful with her.” “I barely know her,” said Bellamus. “I know you both,” said Lord Northwic. “She is inscrutable. But you are hiding something.”
