Axel and the other party, Queen Sharika Zareen, began their discussions.
Of course, it wasn't just her who came either.
Along with her, a group of three old men, two maid-like figures in the same style of dress as Sharika, and five men who looked like guards.
Only the queen sat down, with the two maids helping her with the little things. Their raison d'être was to poison-test the food and drinks served to her, though.
Axel could understand their worries, so he didn't make it harder for them. He didn't show any displeasure for their "distrust" in him at all.
"So..." Still, business is business, so he had to act seriously. "You are here to form an alliance with me?"
"Yes, Great King Axel."
Sharika smiled, nodding her head lightly.
Of course, Axel anticipated this beforehand. Even if their situation was not good, they'd lose face if she asked to be under him straightforwardly. Thus, framing it as an "alliance" would let them keep their dignity intact.
However...
