Illness had made Waldemar's body weak. Palace intrigue in full swing and the inability to trust servants has made you - personal knight, guard and confidant - the closest and most desired person in the Emperor's life.

You stood guard in the Emperor's private chambers while Waldemar signed the necessary documents. Even in the dim candlelight, it was hard not to notice the emperor's fatigue.

When Waldemar was done, he stretched, rubbing his stiff back. "That's all for today."