[Someone will eventually have to crush his heart and soul with that news and all the events that follow it. Until then, Alfor is entirely oblivious as to the minefield of his own future.

But that's usually the way these things work. He nods.]

Maybe so. I think we'd all hope for history to remember us in a positive light.

[Another smile as he inclines his head in acknowledgment.] Lance. [Lonce.] It's good to meet you. ...strange, given the circumstances, but good nevertheless.