As I've mentioned previously, kings do not consult with vassals over policy. We are merely a Foreign Legion, there to do their bidding, but otherwise keep out of the way.

It is regrettable that belief in this special relationship and consequent extra clout persists in spite of overwhelming evidence to the contrary. As Paul Simon said;-

I am just a poor boy
Though my story's seldom told
I have squandered my resistance
For a pocket full of mumbles such are promises
All lies and jests
Still a man hears what he wants to hear
And disregards the rest


keep to the Fen Causeway