Small consolation. [ Sturmhond gives him a little smile. Athos is lucky to have friends around him to keep him honest. It seems the people of his home were lucky for that, too. ]

You’re certain it’s what you want? Giving up the seat of power. You know it’s not just yours, but your family’s. All their history is in that place. And one day, you may wish you had something to leave behind, should you ever have an heir.