Tansen nodded to Martinez, before talking, "Yes, it does seem that we could offer each other more. I believe we are willing to part with some of our more exotic herbs, and spices, for starters. Depending on what we could get in return we may even offer some of our more valuable resources." Looking over to Martinez now speaking on the topic he knew so well.<br/><br/>"I would undoubtedly be willing to lower garrison count, if it would mean peace and prosperous trade. That is if prince Gavin also did so." His last few words said looking at Gavin. He was hoping things wouldn't get to detailed into trade. If it did so then he would have to call upon his advisers for reference. He no longer trusted either of the men, as they seemed more than willing to keep Lodi out of these trades if it ment more profit.<br/><br/>____________________________<br/><br/>Deston held his breath as Diane shut the door. Leaning in hoping to see anything through the cracks in the door, but sadly he could not. So he just leaned against the wall beside of it, taking in everything that he heard. He hoped he would be able to use every last bit he heard. He wished he knew who the other person was in the room. Or even what that other person said.<br/><br/>When Masako spoke, Deston seemed to leap in the air, as his heart quickly picked up speed. "Oh jeez. Miss Masako, it's just you." Breathing a sigh of relief he replied, "I thought you were one of them damned Ritter Hex or... never mind. But me? I'm just eh... waiting for the Princes Diane to come out. I'm to lead her to the meeting room when she is done." He looked over his shoulder at the now shut door, hoping the princes didn't come out any time soon. "As for my brother the last I saw of him, he was in the meeting room with Prince Gavin, discussing trade or some such nonsense."