Aldarion considered Aerwen's apparent knowledge of his work and her positive attitude towards it, and wondered if it was spoken in good faith. After what he had learned from Bregolas, he had little trust in Sador's words of praise, and wondered if Aerwen was an extension of whatever scheme Sador was involved in.
Determined to, at the least, test Aerwen's true awareness of his career, Aldarion feigned surprised interest at her pronouncement and spoke. "Yes, 'Rise and Fall of the Golden King' was quite a masterful work. I believe Lord Imrazôr to be a writer and director equal to any that has ever lived, and I am immensely fortunate to have worked with him for so many years." Then looking straight at her, wishing to have a good look at her eyes as she answered his question, he asked, "What sections in particular did you find riveting?"
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