On the contrary... 'Tis rare, indeed, for the one sitting upon throne to be wholly in charge. This is not where true power most often resides. A crown, by itself, means nothing. Aside, of course, from giving assassins a target.

Here, 'tis especially so. This Admiral seems to dictate little outside of paired combinations. We wardens squabble and bicker, but sometimes... Sometimes seek agreement by consensus. 'Tis there where you can make most difference.

Certainly a great deal more than in your present role, no?