Anyone who can steal the king's seal ring can manage the locks on his record room.
Megan Whalen TurnerIn the afternoon, the king and queen sat to hear the business of their kingdom. At least, the queen sat to hear the business; Costis was still not sure what the king was doing.
Megan Whalen TurnerThe queen!" someone shouted in alarm, and the King erupted like a wild animal caught in a snare.
Megan Whalen TurnerCostis bowed stiffly. “I am here to make sure that you stay in bed, Your Majesty, because if this offends you and you order me summarily executed, it is no loss. Politically speaking.
Megan Whalen Turner