We all have our secrets, she doesn't say. "Forthcoming enough for it to count. One doesn't earn loyalty through lies and withholding the truth."

No, that earns banishment, in ser Jorah's case. It's been some time since she considers his betrayal... and how persistently he worked to regain her favor.

Does she know what the fire is? Casting Kebechet a doubtful look, she begins to walk toward the plume of smoke billowing in the distance. There's a feeling, but--no. That would suggest this one knew her mind.

"How often do your leaders find it necessary to erase those loyal to them from existence?"