The Assassin in the Dark

When he saw that the people were about done with their meals, the king put his cutleries down and said with an air of finality, "thank you everyone for joining us tonight, we enjoyed a really nice dinner. Aside from that, Master Benjamin, I would like to personally welcome you to Ferelden and believe me when I say that choosing this country to settle down in is the right choice."

Benjamin nodded his head and said, "thank you for your generosity, your Majesty."

Except earlier on when he used the emotion card, the king did not request any help from Benjamin the rest of the time. Benjamin actually enjoyed the meal he had.

Moreover, by getting acquainted with the folks in attendance today, it would make his days in Rayleigh much easier in the future.

No matter what, he was still someone who had shared a meal with the king. And if Finch still had bad intentions towards him, at least Benjamin had some support now.