Elect...? Is that how it works in your kingdom?

[She is trying so hard not to say anything that might offend him, even though that is the most absurd thing she has ever heard. If a king survives being deposed, he must take back his kingdom by force and reimpose his divine right to rule. Everyone knows that.]

In any case...I am sure they will be glad of your protection, Lord Richard. A king's duty to his people does not change by the winds of politics. Their well-being is out responsibility to the end of our days.

[Ovelia might describe it more akin to a life-sentence than a privilege.]