Cast off your disappointment, young infernal, I bring you good tidings
of great joy. There is no "New Mhaldor" and no changes to our laws
pertaining slavery and the Public News. Slaves, our youngest citizens,
must receive permission from a Viceroy prior to representing the West in
the Public forum.

Saira took a calculated risk in posting prior to obtaining permission,
if that was indeed the case. Punishment is possible from a strict
interpretation of our laws, yet the ability and discretion shown in her
undertaking easily meets our standards for Public discourse. No
punishment was contemplated and none meted out.

Laws are created to serve man, and never the reverse. In this way, the
West discourages frivolous posts yet maintains Her flexibility. Further
correspondence regarding Mhaldorian protocol may be addressed to me, as
I remain,


In service,

Father Coldraven

Penned by my hand on the 5th of Daedalan, in the year 558 AF.