"Thank you, Arthur," he said, his face devoid of expression, though a surge of emotions rushed through him at the mention of his father. "Although I am not so certain he would be proud, knowing that I've undone so many of his decrees. I shall see you in the council chamber for the council meeting this evening." The dismissal was obvious in his tone, and again the old man bowed before backing out, closing the door after him. He stared at the closed door for several moments, then sighed and turned to look in the mirror, at the man within.