Maximilius shelved his sword on his side and turned around to see the man that spoke to him and he just grinned under his helment " Well you might be true have bee ntrained to handle myself but i can never be sure so i like to test myself, so i choose not to ward my place like the normal nobles would. The guards would take care of most people trying to get into my Essate anyway before they come this close to me. So you must be a master at it isn't that right Master shadow of the kingdom, or that's how they call you anyway within the court." 

He still had his hand on the shaft of the sword, ready to be drawen if one would try anything funny " And do say why does an criminal like you need my help for to get information within the court. I know that my family could be even more power within the court if i did choose to tell on you" He said calmly wanting to not make any sudden moments to give him a good reason to strike him