[He pauses for a moment, but the tension really does break his heart. He'd always thought if he ever confronted Azem, it would go so much differently; that his role as Emissary would take over, and he could properly express the betrayal. But now... how is it fair to do that to an Azem who knows nothing of what's to come?]

Of the matter I mentioned, I will say no more. I'm truly sorry... but it seems it is not my place to tell you. What I will say is that you were and are a dear friend of mine, regardless of what my seat demands of me. I can only hope that will continue to hold true.