"I mean no offense when I say this, but both you and your state were, frankly, inconsequential, not significan

"I mean no offense when I say this, but both you and your state were, frankly, inconsequential, not significant enough for our attention. But your victory at Brevoy's border and your subsequent coronation changed all that. In truth, King Irovetti only invites those he's identified as worthy rivals to the tournament."