Lorenz hums his agreement, nodding slightly as he sips his tea. Strange that politics would be the conversation they come to when he is meant to be relaxing but things are finally at the point of fun plans and making strides towards improvements.

"And that the dashing new King Khalid swooped in to rescue Derdriu while we were under a surprise Agarthan attack, of course." Lorenz can't help smirking a little at that and his hand quickly seeks out Claude's again. Now that he has... Permission, so to speak, he finds himself unable to resist the warmth of his touch.

"Once we choose an ambassador and their entourage to travel there it will encourage others to go as well. I've already discussed Ignatz' inclusion in that group with Her Grace. His paintings will doubtlessly inspire more interest in travel within any who see them." The fact that he could also be part of that group, or the ambassador himself, has not even crossed his mind.