Chapter 356 - 355. Peace And War (3)
"Trade rights in key regions, a neutrality agreement for border villages, and a joint security pact to prevent future incursions." Eric spoke when Augustine asked of what Sestia wanted in return.
His eyes flitted over to the faces of the three young princes one by one lingering on them for a significant amount of time.
"I agree." Augustine spoke.
"But, Your Majesty!" A noble from Denril gasped but Damon gestured for him to stay down.
"I had been holding the bitter feelings despite wanting the peace," Augustine admitted, "But I guess my worries were groundless. If the future of Sestia is in the hands of such mature and sensible Princes who understand the pain of others then there is no way of not trusting you."
Arian’s eyes went wide and even the nobles looked at Augustine. I knew my brother, Eric and Davian would unmistakably impress them with their wisdom and intelligence without me having to do much that’s why I hadn’t decided to tell them that I was going to be here.
"I agree with your demands, Prince Eric," Augustine announced.
"And I am greatly impressed by the insights of Prince Davian and Young Duke Rune’s emotional maturity and wisdom so, I shall suggest two more things to this exchange."
"And what might they be, Your Majesty?" Eric asked.
Augustine’s eyes went over to Rune and I almost covered my eyes as I understood what he was going to say.
"I suggest a marriage alliance between the two nations." Augustine said making them surprised.