“Estimable thinker,” the Queen addresses you. “Twice today you have rendered us valuable service. How may we repay you?”
“Well,” you say. “I am trying to find out the truth behind these rumors of destruction. Have you any knowledge of Islandia’s fate?”
The Queen frowns. “Our kingdom is, of course, secure. It shall continue unabated through the ages. Bursar, reward our liege and show every courtesy.” Your audience is over. The Bursar presses three obols into your hand and shows you the door.
