"What did you see and hear?"

She describes the death of the dragon in brief, precise terms.

Thoughtful frown. "The Dragonborn indeed, then - there's texts describing what it feels like."

"I'd like to see these texts, if you have them."

Hum. "The Greybeards will want to see you sooner rather than later... But it is wise to consider what you are getting into, and I can send you with copies as well."

"Thank you, Jarl Balgruuf."

"You have done Whiterun a great service. My thanks are owed to you."

"There are some supplies I could use before setting out..."

"They are yours."

"As is the position as a Thane of my Hold, if you so wish."

"Ah... what responsibilities does that position entail?"

"To defend Whiterun - you would not need to stay in the hold, but if you are present you would be asked to contribute to the defense. To take part in major votes - primarily that is a privilege, and most councils do not require attendance. But the election of a new heir, or the decision to go to war, all do."

"And to represent Whiterun well when acting as the thane - you do not need to identify yourself as such, but as a thane you have limited diplomatic protection in other holds, and if you call on that we do expect you to do so only when you've actually behaved in a manner befitting your station."

"In exchange, you will have a favored position with the legal system, and we will defend you against external enemies, and you will have our help in legal matters. You will be able to purchase property in the hold, and to name a housecarl, and to vote in the matters of council. You will also be able to call upon the resources of Whiterun and its soldiers - within reason."

"Then- I accept."

He inclines his head gravely. "Welcome then, Thane Elerki."

"Additionally... There are those among my guards who would wish to travel more of Skyrim, if you wish to choose a housecarl from among them."

"I can speak to some of them."

Perhaps tomorrow, then.

Yeah. They'll be spending the night in the city, at least.

Do they have a place to stay?

Just the inn.

He can offer them rooms here for the night; it'll allow them to avoid the overly curious better.

That would be appreciated.

It's the least he can do.

Then to their rooms with her and Glint?

Sounds good to her. 

She believes she was promised an examination?

Hmm, yes, and there's this nice suite to do it in...

First, of course, they'll need to take off all of Elerki's clothes.