E14 - Negotiations

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[00:00] sign
    Episode 14 Negotiations
[00:00] Ars
    Allow me to explain how these
    negotiations are going to go.
[00:05] Ars
    First, we'll go to Semplar
[00:06] Ars
    and take a boat arranged by Lord
    Couran to the imperial capital.
[00:15] Ars
    Upon arrival, we'll ask Prime Minister Shakma
[00:17] Ars
    to mediate a meeting
    between us and Paradille.
[00:20] Ars
    We will then embark on
     negotiations with the province.
[00:26] Ars
    Licia will be handling the negotiations.
[00:29] Ars
    I have every confidence
    in her diplomatic talents.
[00:32] Licia
    Really, you flatter me!
[00:35] Mireille
    Even so, you're kids and all...
[00:38] Licia
    Please rest assured.
[00:39] Licia
    Lord Lumeire will accompany
     us on the negotiations.
[00:44] Ars
    He will? What exactly will he be doing?
[00:48] Licia
    He'll stand by our side.
[00:50] Ars
    Is that all?
[00:52] Licia
    Miss Mireille is correct
    about us being children.
[00:56] Licia
    Adults may find it difficult
    to trust us upon first meeting.
[00:59] Licia
    So having Lord Lumeire, who is both an adult
[01:02] Licia
    and Lord Couran's trusted subordinate,
[01:05] Licia
    by our side will lend gravitas to our words.
[01:09] Licia
    Negotiation is not a mere
    matter of words said.
[01:12] Licia
    It begins before you ever
    arrive at the table.
[01:15] Mireille
    Huh. I can see why the kid chose to marry you.
[01:19] Charlotte
    I haven't acknowledged that, by the way!
[01:21] Charlotte
    I never even acknowledged your
    engagement in the first place!
[01:25] Charlotte
    Besides, is right before a war really
    the time to be getting married?!
[01:29] Licia
    Miss Charlotte, being able to share
    a home with you is a dream come true.
[01:35] Licia
    I hope you'll teach me all about
     battle, magic, and more!
[01:39] Charlotte
    Well, if you insist...
[01:41] Charlotte
    Feel free to ask me for help with anything.
[01:44] Licia
    I very much appreciate it!
[01:45] Rosell
    Licia really is a diplomat.
[01:48] Ars
    Charlotte, will you join us as our escort?
[01:52] Charlotte
    You sure you want me?
[01:54] Ars
    You're the most powerful combatant
    we have, so you're perfect for the job.
[01:59] Ars
    Plus, since we're taking a ship,
[02:01] Ars
    I want you to experience
    more of the great wide world.
[02:04] Charlotte
    Oh, I see. That does sound fun.
[02:07] Charlotte
    Okay, let's move out on the double!
[02:18] Sign
    As a Reincarnated Aristocrat,
    
    I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World
[02:22] Sign
    Season 2
[03:36] Sign
    As a Reincarnated Aristocrat,
    
    I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World
[03:36] Sign
    Season 2
[03:41] sign
    A Wife's Duty
[03:44] Ars
    She's already asleep.
[03:46] Ars
    She's supposed to our guard.
    Will we be okay?
[03:49] Licia
    It's going to be a long journey.
[03:50] Licia
    Best for her to rest while she can.
[04:03] Pham
    Hey.
[04:04] Ars
    Pham? What are you doing here?
[04:07] Pham
    I received some intel you might
    find useful before you depart.
[04:10] Pham
    Vasmarque is working
    with the Province of Seitz.
[04:14] Pham
    I'll contact you when I know more.
[04:17] Pham
    Later.
[04:18] Ars
    Th-Thank you!
[04:24] Ars
    He's joined forces with
    another province, as well?
[04:27] sign
    Province of Seitz
[04:27] sign
    Province of Paradille
[04:27] sign
    Couran's Forces
[04:27] sign
    Vasmarque's
    Forces
[04:27] Ars
    At this rate, Couran's looking at a
    two-front war with Seitz and Vasmarque.
[04:33] Ars
    If Seitz were to invade Missian,
[04:36] Ars
    Lamberg would be the first place affected!
[04:40] Licia
    There's no need to worry.
[04:43] Licia
    If we manage to get Paradille on our side,
[04:45] Licia
    we will remain evenly matched.
[04:48] Licia
    Seitz must think that partnering with
    Vasmarque will mean an easy invasion,
[04:52] Licia
    and that they possess an
    overwhelming advantage.
[04:55] Sign
    Province of Seitz
[04:55] Sign
    Province of Paradille
[04:55] Sign
    Couran's Forces
[04:55] Sign
    Vasmarque's
    Forces
[04:55] Licia
    But if Paradille sides with us,
[04:58] Licia
    any invasion they mount will
    bring considerable bloodshed.
[05:01] Licia
    That will make them less eager
     to violate our borders.
[05:05] Licia
    Just one more reason we must ensure
     these negotiations are a success.
[05:10] Licia
    I swear we will get Paradille on our side.
[05:15] Licia
    Please, put your faith in me.
[05:17] Ars
    Licia...
[05:19] Ars
    You've thought this all
    through that thoroughly?
[05:21] Licia
    Thinking ahead is a cornerstone of politics.
[05:28] Ars
    Diplomacy textbooks?
[05:33] Licia
    I-I've been studying many things!
[05:36] Ars
    That's impressive.
[05:38] Ars
    I could learn a lot from your ambition.
[05:40] Licia
    I was just so happy to have you count on me.
[05:45] Licia
    I am... your wife, after all.
[05:49] Licia
    As the person closest to you,
    I wish to be as useful as possible.
[05:56] Ars
    Thank you.
[05:57] Ars
    Let's do all we can to make
    these negotiations work!
[06:00] Licia
    Yes!
[06:00] Charlotte
    Tch.
[06:01] Charlotte
    You guys are getting pretty
    cozy back there, huh?
[06:04] Ars
    Y-You're awake?!
[06:06] Charlotte
    What's that supposed to mean?
    You wishing I was asleep?!
[06:11] sign
    Castle Semplar
[06:12] Couran
    Thank you all for coming here today.
[06:16] Couran
    I'm afraid I have bad news
     before you set out.
[06:20] Couran
    Vasmarque has joined forces
    with Seitz Province.
[06:22] Licia
    We are aware.
[06:25] Licia
    Therefore, after negotiating with Paradille,
[06:27] Licia
    I was thinking we should negotiate
    with Seitz to stave off their invasion.
[06:33] Couran
    You seem to have an impressive
    spy in your employ,
[06:36] Couran
    and your wife also has a
    fine head on her shoulders.
[06:38] Couran
    Your judgment is as impeccable as ever.
[06:41] Couran
    I'm sorry to saddle you
    with this crucial task,
[06:44] Couran
    but I'm assured with it in your hands.
[06:46] Couran
    Best of luck to you all.
[06:47] Trio
    Sir!
[06:49] Couran
    Still, I never expected you'd be married...
[06:53] Couran
    I thought you were a child,
    but you're quite a smooth operator!
[06:57] Ars
    W-We only got married the other day.
[07:00] Ars
    To be honest, she's incredible.
    I'm hardly worthy of her.
[07:05] Licia
    L-Lord Ars...
[07:08] Couran
    Treasure the family you've got.
[07:10] Rengue
    So you're the one being charged
    with the negotiations?
[07:13] Rengue
    I'm counting on you, Master Ais!
[07:16] Couran
    It's not Ais. It's Ars!
[07:18] Ars
    Er, and who might this be?
[07:20] Rengue
    Pardon the late introduction.
[07:20] sign
    Rengue Salamakhia
[07:21] Rengue
    I'm Couran Salamakhia's eldest son and
[07:23] Rengue
    the next governor of Missian Province,
[07:25] Rengue
    Rengue Salamakhia!
[07:27] Ars
    Lord Couran's son?!
[07:29] Ars
    It's nice to meet you.
    My name is Ars Louvent.
[07:32] Rengue
    A pleasure.
[07:33] Rengue
    Haven't seen you in a while, Lumeire!
[07:35] Rengue
    Have you put on weight since last we met?
[07:39] Rengue
    Anyway, Father, are you sure you want
    to entrust negotiations to these children?
[07:44] Couran
    They may be our vassals,
    but don't be rude, Rengue.
[07:46] Rengue
    Yes, milord! Forgive me!
[07:49] Couran
    I'm sorry, Ars. Ignore him.
[07:51] Ars
    N-Not at all. It's fine.
[07:53] Rengue
    Well, I was just passing by,
    so I'll be on my way!
[08:03] Couran
    Ars.
[08:05] Couran
    Could we have a word in private?
[08:07] Ars
    Certainly.
[08:12] Couran
    Did you see Rengue's abilities?
[08:15] Ars
    Y-Yes.
[08:16] Couran
    I've been racking my brain about him.
[08:20] Couran
    He had little discipline growing up,
    and now he's twenty years old.
[08:25] Couran
    I want to bring out the best in him,
     but I don't know how to do it.
[08:30] Couran
    I want to know if he even has the talent.
[08:34] Ars
    Lord Rengue's abilities are
    not high at all right now.
[08:38] Ars
    But...
[08:39] sign
    Rengue Salamakhia 20 Male
[08:39] Ars
    He has impressive latent potential.
[08:39] sign
    Ambition 90 Prowess 50/78
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Leadership 44/79 Ingenuity 40/66 Diplomacy 31/91
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Cavalry: B Aerial: B Strategist: B
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Infantry: C Naval: C Archer: C
    
    Mage: D Smith: D
[08:42] Ars
    Just as I'd expect of your son, Lord Couran.
[08:46] Couran
    Oh, does he?!
[08:48] Couran
    You've put my mind at ease!
[08:50] Couran
    Well, best of luck with the negotiations.
[08:55] sign
    Semplar Harbor
[09:02] Charlotte
    This place is amazing!
[09:04] Charlotte
    I want one of these! And one of these!
[09:06] Ars
    We do have time before the ship sets sail.
[09:10] Ars
    If there's anything you want,
    Licia, just let me know.
[09:14] Licia
    I don't need anything!
[09:16] Licia
    Sightseeing is more than pleasant enough.
[09:18] Ars
    Really?
[09:19] Charlotte
    Ars!
[09:20] Charlotte
    Thanks for bringing me here!
     This is super fun!
[09:25] Charlotte
    I got tons of presents to send
    to the kids at the orphanage.
[09:29] Charlotte
    They're pretty far from the ocean,
[09:31] Charlotte
    so I want them to get a taste
    of how big this world is, too!
[09:35] Ars
    Charlotte...
[09:44] Ars
    Would you like to have that, Licia?
[09:46] Licia
    N-Not at all!
[09:48] Licia
    I was merely admiring its beauty.
[09:51] Ars
    I'd like one of these.
[09:53] Shopkeep
    It's perfect for the lovely lady.
[09:57] Licia
    I'll pay, of course!
[09:59] Ars
    No, I'll buy this.
[10:01] Shopkeep
    Thank you kindly!
[10:02] Ars
    I'm sorry I didn't give you a ring
    or anything else for our wedding.
[10:07] Ars
    I get you something proper one day,
[10:10] Ars
    so please accept this for now.
[10:14] Ars
    It looks wonderful on you!
[10:16] Licia
    Thank you so much.
[10:18] Licia
    I'll treasure it forever!
[10:23] Charlotte
    This thing really runs over the ocean?!
[10:26] Charlotte
    Awesome!
[10:27] Ars
    Lord Lumeire, thank you once
    again for accompanying us.
[10:30] Lumeire
    I'm happy to be of help.
[10:32] Rengue
    Excellent sailing weather, isn't it?
[10:36] Ars
    Lord Rengue?!
[10:38] Rengue
    A child like you needs more
    than just Lumeire as a chaperone.
[10:42] Rengue
    I decided to come along!
[10:44] Ars
    Did Lord Couran authorize this?
[10:45] Rengue
    No need!
[10:47] Rengue
    I'm an adult. I make my own decisions.
[10:50] Rengue
    I've been wanting to see the capital,
[10:53] Rengue
    and if I can return with some accomplishments,
    my father will surely be pleased.
[10:56] Sign
    As a Reincarnated Aristocrat,
    
    I'll Use My Appraisal Skill
     to Rise in the World
[10:56] Rengue
    I'll see that this mission is a success!
[10:59] Rengue
    Rejoice in my participation, Master Ais!
[11:02] Ars
    I-Is this really okay?
[11:06] Sign
    As a Reincarnated Aristocrat,
    
    I'll Use My Appraisal Skill
     to Rise in the World
[11:08] Charlotte
    Wow!
[11:10] Charlotte
    Check it out, Ars!
[11:12] sign
    Voyage
[11:12] Ars
    I'm glad you're enjoying
    yourself, Charlotte...
[11:15] Rengue
    Don't push yourself, Master Ais...
[11:17] Rengue
    You're just a child...
[11:19] Rengue
    You should take it easy and rest...
[11:21] Ars
    It's Ars.
[11:22] Ars
    And you look just as green around the gills.
[11:26] Rengue
    I'm perfectly f—
[11:31] Ars
    Are you all right?!
[11:39] Pirate A
    Gosh, we can't thank you enough.
[11:41] Pirate A
    We got separated from our ship
    and spent two days adrift.
[11:44] Lumeire
    That's quite frightening.
[11:46] Lumeire
    I hear there are pirates in this area.
[11:49] Lumeire
    Take a rest for a while.
[11:51] Charlotte
    Can you stand?
[11:56] Ars
    Charlotte!
[11:57] Pirate B
    Put all your valuables in this bag!
[12:01] Pirate A
    If you don't, the hostage—
[12:02] Charlotte
    Who are you calling a hostage?
[12:05] Charlotte
    I'm...
[12:08] Charlotte
    supposed to be enjoying
    my first ocean voyage!
[12:17] Charlotte
    You guys picked the wrong ship to raid.
[12:20] Licia
    You're just incredible, Miss Charlotte!
[12:22] Charlotte
    Right?
[12:23] Ars
    But these men are...
[12:27] Rengue
    You ruffians attacked the ship
    of the next governor of Missian!
[12:31] Rengue
    It'll be the rope for you
    when we reach the capital!
[12:33] Ars
    Wait!
[12:35] Ars
    What do you men do for a living?
[12:39] Rengue
    What kind of question is that?
[12:41] Rengue
    They're clearly dastardly pirates.
[12:43] Ars
    That knife he was holding...
[12:45] Ars
    It looked more like it was for
    cleaning fish than a weapon.
[12:48] Ars
    Are you not actually pirates?
[12:54] Pirate A
    We were fishermen working out
    of the imperial capital's harbor.
[12:59] Pirate A
    We'd get loans from the empire to buy
    what we needed to ply our trade,
[13:03] Pirate A
    but the capital's ongoing money
    troubles made that a lot tougher.
[13:07] Licia
    I've heard about their
    financial difficulties, but...
[13:11] Pirate A
    We were forced to borrow
    money from a merchant,
[13:14] Pirate A
    but we couldn't get above
    water with the interest.
[13:17] Pirate A
    We have families, you know?
[13:19] Pirate A
    We have to make money somehow,
    even if we have to dirty our hands to do it.
[13:23] Rengue
    Irrelevant!
[13:24] Rengue
    That's no excuse for such wicked deeds!
[13:28] Ars
    I understand.
[13:29] Licia
    Lord Ars?
[13:31] Ars
    I'll give you these.
[13:33] Ars
    They should get you about three gold coins.
[13:37] Rengue
    What are you doing, Master Ais?!
[13:39] Rengue
    These men attacked us!
[13:42] Pirate A
    We're not so far gone
    that we'd ask for your pity.
[13:46] Ars
    No, this isn't pity or charity.
[13:51] Ars
    It's a loan.
[13:53] Ars
    Use this to get back to fishing,
    and pay me back when you can.
[13:57] Ars
    I won't ask for interest, of course.
[13:59] Rengue
    You're lending them money?
[14:01] Rengue
    You really trust these men?
[14:03] Ars
    Can a lord who doesn't trust his people
    expect to earn their trust back?
[14:08] Ars
    Yes, it's possible they'll betray me.
[14:10] Ars
    But our relationship won't change
    unless one of us changes it.
[14:14] Ars
    I think that if we trust our people,
    someday, they'll trust us in return.
[14:23] Rengue
    Honestly, you're a fool, Master Ais.
[14:25] Rengue
    Do as you please!
[14:32] Pirate A
    What a gullible kid...
[14:36] Charlotte
    I hope they make it back someday.
[14:39] Ars
    Yeah.
[14:41] sign
    Imperial Capital
[14:42] Rengue
    So this is the capital!
[14:44] Rengue
    Standing on a new shore is
    absolutely thrilling, Master Ais!
[14:48] Ars
    It's Ars.
[14:55] Licia
    It seems poverty has become a
    serious problem in the capital.
[15:01] Lumeire
    I don't think it's just that.
[15:03] Lumeire
    The nobles appear to enjoy luxury
    greater than in any town I've seen.
[15:07] Ars
    They live in the same city, yet they
    don't even seem to see each other...
[15:13] Ars
    Does wealth inequality really
    create this kind of division?
[15:17] Rengue
    I guess Minister Shakma is so blinded by
    money that he can't even rule properly.
[15:22] Rengue
    If he's that stupid, negotiating with
    him should be easier than expected!
[15:27] Licia
    Lord Ars.
[15:28] Ars
    Y-Yes?
[15:29] Licia
    I have a few preparations
    to make for tomorrow.
[15:32] Licia
    Would you go on without me?
[15:35] Ars
    Sure...
[15:37] sign
    The Next Day
[15:40] Charlotte
    What's Licia been up to?
[15:42] Ars
    She said she had to prepare...
[15:44] Licia
    Do forgive the wait!
[15:47] Licia
    Now, let us proceed to negotiations!
[15:50] Ars
    Licia?! What's going on?
[15:52] Licia
    I acquired all this here in the capital.
[15:55] Ars
    But why did you buy such clothes and jewels?
[15:59] Licia
    It will all become clear later.
[16:03] Retainer
    Come right this way.
[16:09] Shakma
    I've been waiting for you.
[16:11] Ars
    This is Minister Shakma, who wields
    power in the emperor's stead.
[16:17] sign
    Infantry: C Cavalry: B Archer: D
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Mage: D Builder: D Smith: D
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Naval: C Aerial: C
[16:17] sign
    Prowess 62/76
    
    Leadership 72/77
[16:17] sign
    Shakma Dolyze 28 Male
[16:17] sign
    Ambition 90
    
    
    
    Diplomacy 77/88 Ingenuity 87/96
[16:18] Ars
    Such high Ingenuity, Diplomacy, and Ambition...
[16:22] Ars
    He's as formidable as Pham suggested.
[16:26] Shakma
    I'd love to offer you hospitality
    after your long journey,
[16:30] Shakma
    but as I bear sole responsibility for running
    the empire, I have little time to spare.
[16:36] Shakma
    I believe you wanted to request the emperor
[16:38] Shakma
    serve as intermediary in
    negotiations with Paradille.
[16:42] Shakma
    Let's get right down to brass tacks.
[16:44] Shakma
    Please, sit.
[16:46] Ars
    We will. Thank you.
[16:48] Rengue
    First, allow me to introduce myself!
[16:50] Rengue
    I am Rengue Salamakhia,
    the next governor of Missian!
[16:54] Shakma
    Oh? The son of Couran Salamakhia?
[16:58] Rengue
    I came along to ensure
    successful negotiations.
[17:02] Shakma
    Your presence here will
    make little difference.
[17:06] Shakma
    The only relevant matter
    is how much you'll pay.
[17:11] Licia
    Quite right.
[17:13] Licia
    So let us make you an offer, then.
[17:17] Ars
    It's started!
[17:20] sign
    Two Nights Ago
[17:20] Licia
    The most important thing is
    a swift, decisive resolution.
[17:26] (Flashback) Ars
    What do you mean?
[17:27] (Flashback) Licia
    We have 2,000 gold to offer in negotiations.
[17:32] (Flashback) Licia
    If he requests more than we have on hand,
[17:35] (Flashback) Licia
    we'll have to return to Semplar
     to secure more funds.
[17:39] (Flashback) Rengue
    Right.
[17:40] (Flashback) Licia
    That will forcibly drag out negotiations,
[17:42] (Flashback) Licia
    and the tides of war may
    turn further against us.
[17:46] (Flashback) Licia
    What do you think makes for
    the smoothest negotiations?
[17:51] (Flashback) Ars
    I'm not sure.
[17:52] (Flashback) Licia
    It's making the other party think
    they're getting a bargain.
[17:56] Licia
    Therefore, we must begin with
    an offer that is far too low.
[18:01] Licia
    Will 500 gold be sufficient?
[18:05] Shakma
    Excuse me. I think I misheard.
[18:08] Shakma
    That sounded off by an order of magnitude.
[18:10] Shakma
    I speak on behalf of the emperor, as you know.
[18:14] Shakma
    I will accept no less than 5,000 gold.
[18:21] Licia
    Oh, how droll!
[18:22] Licia
    I would think 5,000 exceeds the
    empire's current yearly budget.
[18:28] Licia
    Surely you only suggested
     such an unrealistic sum in jest.
[18:33] Licia
    We saw the city on the way in.
    It's clear how you're suffering financially.
[18:38] Licia
    Would 800 gold do?
[18:40] Shakma
    Semplar is a trading hub.
[18:43] Shakma
    I'm certain you can afford more than that.
[18:45] Licia
    I've heard Minister Shakma is
    quite obsessed with money,
[18:49] Licia
    so he'll likely try to raise the amount.
[18:51] Licia
    But that's part of our plan!
[18:55] Licia
    You drive a painful bargain.
[18:56] Licia
    Would you accept 900?
[18:58] Shakma
    I'm afraid I have to turn you down.
[19:01] Licia
    What? Please wait!
[19:06] Licia
    I understand.
[19:07] Licia
    We will pay you 1,000.
[19:09] Licia
    I fear we can go no higher than that.
[19:15] Shakma
    Very well.
[19:16] Licia
    Thank you so much!
[19:21] Licia
    If we make him think he's taken
    us for everything we have,
[19:24] (Flashback) Licia
    he'll be satisfied by what
    he's gained and accept...
[19:28] (Flashback) Licia
    whether or not it's an actual bargain.
[19:30] (Flashback) Licia
    Right?
[19:31] Ars
    
    Licia's amazing!
[19:34] Ars
    The emperor will intervene
    on our behalf, then?
[19:39] Rengue
    Enough of this stingy, cheap talk!
[19:41] Rengue
    We brought 2,000 gold, didn't we?
[19:44] Rengue
    Pay the man the full amount!
[19:46] Rengue
    We can't have him underestimating
    Semplar's financial prowess!
[19:53] Shakma
    Were you trying to deceive me?
[19:55] Ars
    Not good!
[19:56] Shakma
    This is all out of the question.
[19:58] Shakma
    These negotiations are off.
[20:00] Ars
    Please forgive us!
[20:02] Ars
    We'll pay you the entirety of the 2,000 gold!
[20:05] Shakma
    You have insulted the
    emperor's prime minister.
[20:09] Shakma
    But if you pay 2,000 to the empire,
[20:13] Shakma
    plus a sufficient amount
    directly to me in apology,
[20:16] Shakma
    I could be convinced to overlook it.
[20:19] Ars
    But to pay any more,
    we'd have to go back to Semplar...
[20:23] Shakma
    That is all.
[20:25] Ars
    Wait, Minister Shakma!
[20:28] Ars
    The negotiations failed!
[20:31] Ars
    Our crucial negotiations...
[20:35] Rengue
    He was a real jerk, wasn't he?
[20:37] Rengue
    We'll just have to head back
    to Semplar for more money.
[20:42] Ars
    We were concealing our real budget
    so we wouldn't have to do that!
[20:46] Ars
    Why did you have to go and say that?!
[20:48] Rengue
    It's your fault for lying in the first place.
[20:50] Rengue
    If you'd admitted to the 2,000 up front,
    things would have gone much more smoothly.
[20:55] Rengue
    And if I hadn't said anything, people might
    get the impression that Semplar is broke!
[20:59] Ars
    If we'd offered the full amount up front,
[21:02] Ars
    he would have asked for more
    to take advantage of us!
[21:05] Licia
    Calm yourselves, both of you.
[21:08] Licia
    What's done cannot be undone.
[21:11] Ars
    But...
[21:12] Ars
    Licia?
[21:15] Licia
    Minister Shakma!
[21:21] Shakma
    What further business could
    you possibly have with me?
[21:23] Licia
    I wished to apologize...
    for the rudeness we've shown you.
[21:28] Shakma
    But you can't show it financially, can you?
[21:31] Shakma
    You'll have to return to Semplar.
[21:33] Licia
    No, I have something here!
[21:40] Ars
    W-Wait!
[21:41] Ars
    Licia, what are you doing?!
[21:54] Licia
    I acquired these from the capital's
    finest dressmaker and jeweler.
[21:58] Licia
    They should fetch a fine price.
[22:05] Retainer
    It's true.
[22:06] Retainer
    Altogether, this could come to about 500 gold.
[22:10] Licia
    Please, have mercy.
[22:12] Licia
    Take them!
[22:14] Shakma
    Your resolve is impressive.
[22:17] Shakma
    Very well.
[22:18] Shakma
    You shall pay 2,000 gold to the capital,
[22:21] Shakma
    and I shall accept your jewelry and clothing.
[22:25] Ars
    You mean...
[22:27] Shakma
    We shall mediate with
    Paradille on your behalf.
[22:30] Shakma
    However, is Couran's faction
    truly loyal to the emperor?
[22:36] Shakma
    I've heard rumors of your desire
    to form an independent nation.
[22:41] Rengue
    Yes, the Province of Missian
    plans to seek independence.
[22:46] Rengue
    We hold no loyalty to the emperor.
[22:48] Ars
    Lord Rengue!
[22:49] Shakma
    How honest of you.
[22:51] Shakma
    It doesn't matter to me, personally...
[22:54] Shakma
    but I'd advise caution in
    negotiations with Paradille.
[23:01] Ars
    We did it!
[23:03] Ars
    Thanks to you all, we managed to get
    the emperor to intervene on our behalf.
[23:07] Ars
    We had a little trouble back there,
     but I'm glad it all worked out!
[23:11] Licia
    Trouble?
[23:12] Licia
    Hardly.
[23:13] Licia
    It went just as I planned,
    from beginning to end.
[23:18] Ars
    What are you talking about?
[23:25] Ars
    To protect everyone, can I become
    strong like my father and Lord Couran?
[23:30] Licia
    Lord Ars, military prowess is
    not the only form of strength.
[23:34] Licia
    I know you have your own unique prowess!
[23:36] sign
    Next Time The Image of a Lord
[23:37] Licia
    Next time: "The Image of a Lord."