There is a saying that goes by all men are held responsible for their words and this fellow just talk himself into one of such situation situation situation in a bid to keep things under control, he could see the eyes of the king on him like a hawk watching its prey
"Are you sure uncle, are you making me that promise" his disposition showing that of uncertainty while asking this question, it was like he is having an hard time believing the words of his uncle and the bait hit just right
"With my life nephew, you don't have to fear, my loyalty is to my king and that is you, it won't be found questionable I promise" doing his best to play the good uncle card, only if he had knew what was held in stock for him
"Very well uncle, you would have to prove it, let make sire it will stay that way" pulling a transparent jar from in spatial storage, he showed it to the other "this here will confirm your vote of confidence to me