"As long as we're on the same page, then." It's a wise metaphor, trust being like a piece of paper, but at the same time, saying it isn't believing it, that he's okay with this development. Arthur's hand tightens slightly around Mera's, giving a light squeeze as he watches Kal.

"If he'll consent to hearing you out, then we won't stop it. If he says no, then that's that." And they'll fight to keep Kaldur's privacy if it comes down to it. The teenager isn't technically theirs, but they love him like family, and family is the most important thing to both Atlantean monarchs.

"And I want to know what you're going to do to prevent this from happening again. Saying you won't allow it... Those are just empty words."