Balian takes a step forward, his cane making a clack of wood on stone as he bows to the Emperor. Balian begins speaking in a lilting accent "Bonjour, Mon seigneur." he rises back up and smiles through his beard towards the Emperor. "As my daughter so kindly phrased it, I have returned to my family after a long.." Balian pauses for a moment searching for the word "Fête, or holiday if you will." He straightens his jacket and stifles a cough before beginning again "I simply wish to state how honored I am to once again be in your service, and should you need anything from the Gui.." visibly stops himself and clenches the fist holding his cane before starting once more "From the Valois, please do not hesitate to send for me or my very capable son Marcel." after finishing his sentence he bows politely once more and stands awaiting a response.