Probably. Perhaps he figured he was relatively safe within the crowd at the ball. He took a chance by going out on the balcony. Yes, he and Adon could have a private conversation, but it also made him a more visible target. Some of his comments give one the impression that the opposition's move was still a little way off.
I think uncle Luka should travel with some personal guards. Three previous attempts was it?
Probably. Perhaps he figured he was relatively safe within the crowd at the ball. He took a chance by going out on the balcony. Yes, he and Adon could have a private conversation, but it also made him a more visible target. Some of his comments give one the impression that the opposition's move was still a little way off.
Political intrigue is just war with a thin veneer of civility.
Right. Deadly combat behind smiles and courtesy.
Thank you. Verisimilitude is very important to me, even in a fantasy setting.