Chapter 74: The Delicate Dance of Politicking.
"In any negotiation, you must give and take."
"Ensuring that both of you are satisfied by its results is of utmost importance."
"This builds up a rapport with the other side and can lay the foundations for long-term relationships built upon trust.
"As a result, many do not understand that being known as trustworthy and loyal."
"Can be used as a sword and shield in the world of politics where one’s word is worth its weight in gold."
Reginald Coulan, creator and head of House Aurellion in dynasties online.
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"Tell me why I should not kill you now and send your pretty little head to the emperor for a reward?"
The duke asked his tone indicating that the answer to this question was one of the most important things that would decide whether Ancel would work with Railius, recognising the boy’s potential.
"The emperor’s reward would look great on the outside. You would help settle the imperial family’s suspicions about you while potentially getting land or a powerful position at court. After all, now that 70-odd noble families have been purged, the emperor would lack capable people and would likely welcome you with open arms into his court, giving you a nice semi-powerful position."
"You could also get land and use your court position and newly granted lands and vassals to increase your power and wealth, and there is much to give out, especially after The Great Purge, which can potentially help you in restoring Nadron, which is no doubt your plan."
"Honestly, I am honoured to be worth so much to the imperial family, but I digress."