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[Prophet]

A

[ZBridges]

A

[King Zultan]

A

[Haspen]

"What sort of intriguing snippets you've heard about Herykk's Seating?" Vallurvo grimaces.

"He will most probably invite us all for Homage ceremony."

"That being?" He glances at you, quirking an eyebrow.

"Ah, right, you're more of a martial sort. Homage is what the King Laavi did in the ancient past, combining the tribes and walled cities into the Kingdom of Suomeni. Since then it fell apart and you've got the likes of Reval and Rycht and Ingar, walled cities with smaller pieces of the ancestral lands here and there. Yours I believe is part of Suomeni and part of itself, easternly and lying in shadow of the eastern mountains."

"So my father-in-law wants to, what, take away my crown?" Vallurvo shrugs.

"In a way. We will all retain our domains, of course. If that's even his goal. I've read some parchments and heard the songs and stories of Druids and Bards, Cyrus. There are many things one needs to accomplish to call themselves King of Suomeni, of the Coast, of the River and of the Forests. Herykk barely started and he is already middle-aged." The Prince reaches for the goblet, finally giving in to his fancies and taking a sip.

A) "If he will ask us to partake in Homage ceremony after all, what will be your reply?"
B) "I'm now interested in knowing what one needs to do to call themselves King of Suomeni... for reasons."
C) "Thank you for this valuable information. Would you be interested in trade agreement with Surinthomus?"
D) "Thank you for this valuable information. I can't help but notice you're very calm about what's going to happen 'next winter', though?"
E) "Thank you for this valuable information. Do... you always drink your alcohol aged and undiluted?"

[Prophet]

A I feel this information is relevant for the soon to be drama. Though, I am really interested in B, for the lore behind the ceremony and process.

[King Zultan]

A

[brewer bob]

A

[ZBridges]

A

[Haspen]

"If he will ask us to partake in Homage ceremony after all, what will be your reply?" Vallurvo grumbles.

"My father ordered me to say 'yes' for we have not much in terms of anyone else to fall on for support. My father would rather avoid conflict with Herykk and his family - that being you."

"How so?" Vallurvo smirks.

"You control the lumber trade on the River, and have mammos as formidable beasts and the local mines. You're a martial king with strong soldiers who already proved their worth in the field both domestic and afar. Herykk's daughter is your wife, so of course you will support your father-in-law in his doings, no? You're much more powerful of a man than you think you are, Cyrus." The Prince downs the contents of his goblet in one quick go.

A) "Hm, indeed, I am inclined to say yes to Herykk's proposal, if it comes to that."
B) "Just because I am his in-law, doesn't mean I am his pawn!"

[Prophet]

B If Herykk impresses, then I'm fine with supporting him. But being our Father-in-Law doesn't mean we'll just give up our independence for nothing.

[ZBridges]

Agreed. B

[King Zultan]

B

[brewer bob]

B

[Kilojoule Proton]

B

[Haspen]

"Just because I am his in-law, doesn't mean I am his pawn!" Vallurvo looks at you in surprise, then sets down his goblet, and approaches you.

He grabs you by forearms in an awkward half-hug.

"Then if he calls upon me pay homage, I shall say no, and you will support me out loud. And if he asks you first and you deny him, then I will be first to support you. May this be our deal?"

A) "Deal!"
B) "My decision is mine alone."