Aiwass narrowed his eyes as he looked at Ayimar Nur, his voice equally gentle, yet he did not bow in greeting: "Great Forgiver... I received the letter you sent a long time ago, but unfortunately, I was preoccupied with other matters at the time, and didn't manage to meet immediately, quite regrettable."
The implication being, I got the letter ages ago, I know you want me here—Ah, but I don't really want to come, what can I do?
"Now, all of you have gathered here for a great cause, intending to welcome the Sea God to the mortal realm, transforming this desert into an eternal oasis and freeing the legacy of millennia... I, too, have come riding on my little experience, planning to give a helping hand. This finally makes up for my previous regret, not missing the chance to meet everyone."
Aiwass spoke slowly and deliberately.
