(((Alright, let's see what my incoherent mind can create here...)))
As the king's guest seated themselves at the table, Exeter took the position of prominence, Vlasdimir stood behind him as a personal servant would do. At least, he would have, except he was beheaded several posts later, which actually occurred before this event, so, in some twisted laws of physics, his beheading was both before and after this point. Bottom line, Vlasdimir left because it is improper edicate to appear before the king without one's head. Beside this, he had an appointment with the people who intended to behead him. A difficult task, considering he had no head.
However, Daethalion sat at a lesser position near the middle of the table. Zhash sat across from Exeter as the second most prominent, with Atlas next to him.
The king, already seated, called to Daethalion, "Maxim! Come, sit closer. The runner-up of the Tournament of Kings holds more honor than others. Sit across from Athos."
"Yes, your highness," Daethalion said, standing and bowing lightly before sitting where the king requested.
"Now," the king began, "before we begin with your business, Villefort, it is most unusual that you would come, Athos. I heard about your poisoning and was going to come to you, but I see you are doing well enough to come to me. How are you feeling?"
"Your Majesty," Atlas said, "The poison has taken its effects, I am still in pain, but the doctors assure me that the pain can be subdued and is not a sign of damage. However, we have come to speak to you on other matters; my kingdom would like to form an allience with yours. With--"
The king held up his hand to interrupt Atlas. "If that is the case, it is a matter to discuss after Sir Villefort's audience, for he requested this hearing before you. Master Villefort?"
Exeter stood and bowed. "Your Highness, I have come for the very same reason. I have heard rumors of a gathering army that threatens my territories. My forces may not be enough to repel them on their own, but with the support of your kingdom, we may be able to deter them from attacking. I realize that--"
The king rubbed his chin as Exeter continued his formal speech. After a moment's musing, the king held up his hand for Exeter to stop.
Exeter nodded, but instead said, "Your majesty, if I may, I--"
"You may not," the king announced, then said, "Maixm, to what purpose do you seek an audience? Would you like an allience as well?"
Daethalion smiled, a rueful and chilling smile, the king thought, but somehow it fit him. "No, you Honor. I am here for three-fold reason. First, Villefort has sought my kingdom for an alliance, thus it behooves me to know of his affairs. Second, I heard rumor that Athos was coming to see you, and as I was curious of his welfare, I decide to come to see him and learn of his plans and, if possible, help him as needed. Finally, something in my heart told me that fateful things would occur here this morning, and I always watch the hands of Fate. Thus, I am hear merely to witness the graces of your court, your Honor, which has been of high esteem, and to observe the workings of Fate."
The King chuckled at Daethalion's reply. "Well said, good Maxim. Now, Obacia, are you the spokesman for Athos? If so, what of this allience you seek?"
