Mmmm. If all they do is natter, can't see it poses any real threat to that privacy. If not, well, I see no reason not to take a stand and put an end to that.

Besides, if they're all paying attention to us, can't be that hard to use them if it comes down to it. Especially at the King's dime.

[She offers a sly little smile.]

Since I've apparently inherited a fair portion of the kingdom's treasury.