So if for some reason he was forced to take the front seat, and especially if Roving disappeared entirely? ...honestly, Azem'd prolly still run off to join the Ascians, but since he's no longer a full sociopath he'd likely end up falling in the same boat/mentality as Emet. So, still not good. (2/2)

Just realized I didn't specify, but this is definitely a Roving answer; not too sure about Azem, though

Oh, and of course his homestead stays open to any Scions who want to visit, or need a place to stay for a while