His hands clasped before him, he rested his chin on his knuckles. His eyes were still locked upon the map, even as the Prince Tansen asked for his opinion. A low humming came from him, his eyes moving swiftly over the map, taking in details quickly, his eyes lingered over the passes, and the provinces on either side.<br/><br/>"Balance would need to be maintained. If these new routes are too profitable, the same situation arises again. But the premise is sound. I take it you already have your ideas upon the terms?"<br/><br/>He leaned back slowly in his chair, his arms lowering, resting at his side, hands folded in his lap. He had a soft smile on his face as he looked to Prince Tansen, and then back to Prince Gavin.<br/><br/>"There is just one more term, I ask you consider. Direct trade, removes the buffer your nations have had through my countryman's own lands. There was a certain safety in this. Our people are familiar with the ways of both of your lands and cultures. Customs, is something your men have limited experience with."