"She's Orlesian. She'll do whatever will further her policies best," Dorian says dismissively. He has a very low opinion of Orlesians and their politics. They're the worst of the barbarians. "If she was liberal before then perhaps the trend will continue."

Dorian looks down at his hands instead of that warm smile. "Don't worry, I will pull your head out of your ass when needed. So far, you've done a good job of policing yourself."