She opens her mouth to object, then realizes that that<em>is</em>exactly what she asked for, nodding slowly. "Very well," she says, taking the drink and agreeing to the deal. "Yes, to have them withdraw, and not actively participate in the defenses... another 500 of my people, one of my daughters chosen by me, and..." She brings up the 'map' of the Abyss, and points out some of her more choice holdings, closer to his land; smaller than the original offer, significantly, but much better real estate.