How badly do I want to know ? Alester repeated . Quite badly , I ' d say . I suppose I shall find out in a few days regardless of whether you tell me now or not , but it would be appreciated greatly if someone could finally give me some answers . However , judging just by the fact that you are one of the few people who know I think I can already make my guess . Alester said , looking Orys in the eye . Just know that whatever secret you may or may not share now , will be safe with me . That I can swear . If you don ' t wish to tell me though , I won ' t mind . We met but a few moments ago . On the topic of the Great Council , Alester continued after a short pause . Your efforts would be greatly appreciated . Who would not want to attend when the future of our Kingdom is on the line ? My ancestors chose the right King a hundred years ago , and I hope I will follow in their footsteps .