Asher nodded, understanding the logic behind it. The idea of gaining territory or becoming a king was also pointless to him. In his mind, true power came from within.
One could amass an army, but without the personal strength to back it up, there would be too many variables to consider.
Look at Nala, for instance. Her power was tied to her bloodline, to her family's legacy, which meant in the end, she had to rely on others to maintain it. If she had the strength to stand on her own, those other cities wouldn't even dare think of betraying her.
He wouldn't be shocked if the reason the previous sorcerers rebelled against the royal family was because they were displeased that such people held power simply because they had the Dryads' backing.
'Politics sure is complicated,' he sighed.
As they continued to talk, the landscape beneath them slowly lost its appeal. Tired of the view, they both decided to head back.
