Aryia really needed to hire others who were more trained in diplomacy. She wasn't the coolest person here by far and loosing temper at the wrong person or at the wrong time could undo so much good that this time could offer. She heard that such meetings between lords was often heated. The idea that such things were formal and orderly was never true. Perhaps when there was one and one dealings between individuals but such a time things can change fast and it can quickly be within or outside of the favor of all your friends if one was too easy to let things slide. But she WAS responsible for the happiness of her people, well felt it anyway. Out of line in other's views was simply that - others views. Not objective truth. Everyone here wanted their intention met.<br/><br/>Being walked all over was definitely possible, and as much as Aryia was melodramatic about those black powder machines, why shouldn't she be ? All knew those of mistpeak were artists of a sort.  The Will user was about to let others talk but seeing Gideon nod at Brand comments showed that already different divisions existed. Best to find allies in principal, what is in practice can come later.<br/><strong><br/>"Ravus the matter concerning your pistol, your forgiven, it was instinct and I share such views of Balverines, vile creatures I agree, my hearing will heal. Havien your choice of sculpture could have been better but gosh your talents for creating them are incredible, and the weave to make it do such a thing, something I would adore to discuss with you after this meeting. Brandi, I see your point and the issue concerning blackpower use in Mistpeaks I don't mind discussing later when details are decided."<br/><br/>"One thing that Mistpeak does have in excession while things stay as they are rare metals and gems"<br/></strong><br/>She didnt want to state this, but trying to get some other lands sympathetic to Mistpeak views and not see them as selfish was mandatory.<br/><br/><strong>"Mistpeak's treasury is considerably more healthy than our lifestyle directs or than what we have led on. Our intention for such hording was a reserve in case artifacts or ancient magics or scrolls were discovered, such that we can secretly outbid all others. <br/><br/>Currently our Will-users are hoping to learn secrets that can perhaps have groups of will-users link or form a chain that gives incredible power to one at its center and have such circles replacing the need for black powder entirely. Ideally we see progress in this way as better, by our values at least. <br/><br/>For the moment my villages lead a decadent life in comparison to our neighbours so in the vain of good will I offer a quarter of Mistpeaks treasury to bring Browerstone back into good health you see fit Brand. I am not sure if it will manage all it needs but it is considerable start. This has to be managed carefully so corruption doesn't waste it, but something I am sure you Brand will see to. Another quarter I can offer the king for this new force if indeed they will protect us all. By my fathoming this would be much more than the king could hope from Mistpeaks and Browerstone combined for several seasons accumulated all in one lump payment, giving Browerstone several seasons grace of not needing to contribute while their welfare issues are being addressed. <br/><br/>Ideally I would prefer if most believe it didnt come from us as we don't want to think that taking over Mistpeak - as comparatively weak and blessed with amble resources for other half of our treasury is a good idea. To stop such a thing I place my faith in this king now. Gods help us if I have placed such faith poorly"</strong><br/><br/>Aryia sat and became distant. It was the only ace she had, and she wasn't sure if she played it right or just handed Mistpeak over on a silver platter for those not valuing of their culture. Either way it would be getting pretty interesting from here on in ...<br/>