Lith kept the Royals out of the loop so often that they knew something was wrong the moment he asked for a private audience.
The meeting took place in the King's private quarters instead of the Throne Room, to ensure there would be no eavesdropping or leakage.
"Let's skip formalities and cut to the chase, Magus Verhen." On top of that, with no witnesses, Meron had no reason to mince words. "If this is a courtesy visit, I'm a Guardian so don't beat around the bush. What do you want?"
"I'm not here to ask for something but to offer my help, Your Majesty." Lith did his best to act offended by the King's allegations. "I've detached myself from the Kingdom's affairs for too long.
"After the trouble I caused you with the incident at the Gorgon Empire's borders, I believe the people of the Kingdom need reassurance that I have their back. My Supreme Magus title would lose its meaning if I washed my hands of everyday problems like the rest of the Magi.