talk-of-tyria:

Crystal Desert – Domain of Vabbi – Vehjin Palace
Prince Bakkal: Hello, and welcome. I am Prince Bakkal.
Prince Bakkal: I have the distinction of being the sixteenth ruler of Vehjin.
Advisor Yolac: This year.
Prince Bakkal: You may be wondering why I’m behind these bars.
Prince Bakkal: Rest assured, I’m here of my own volition. It is imperative that a proper chain of command persists in these trying times.
Consort Nalci: Trying, indeed.

Prince Bakkal: So, you have your audience. What do you ask of me?