Alera is not a possession.

“You always were the martyr, weren't you?" The Overlord snickered, and I closed …”

“Congratulations Lord Steldor, Princess Alera, my sympathies.”

“Thoughts of Narian, the strong, brave, tender young man with whom I had fallen …”

“At some point the choice you will face is whether to carry out your duties or l…”