“Ah yes hello, it has been far to long friend” Flint said smiling through the large silver beard that covered most of his face. “I find it odd these letters could not have been sent to me in the traditional sense, but no matter, I always enjoy reading how well you are treating my daughter” Flint smiled once again, his jolly exterior the opposite of that of the last men James was talking to.

“What topic do you wish to speak to me about?” Flint asked cracking his knuckles as he held the ivory cane in his right hand 

"Well old friend it just so happens I wish to become Lord Regent. I'd be honoured to have your support." James smiled "If I could count on your support it'd make me feel better with our long history." James stood there almost somewhat at ease after dealing with the interesting Keshniv

“You? Lord regent? I thought you preferred to stay out of Main land affairs.” Flint asked questioningly.

"Aye us islanders did prefer it however as my father and grandfather failed to see I'd like to leave a legacy. So that at least one Conrad can be recalled in the history books. But also with us mostly being left to our selves we are truly the most neutral of all possible Lord Regents." James gave a look into Flint's eyes to see if he was thinking of something..

Doubt could be seen in Flints eyes as he looked to his diplomatic ally “I understand what you are saying, but I believe what we need in this time of crisis is someone who knows how to run the main land, not a new system by someone who hardly sets foot onto our beaches. If it was any other time, I would gladly be with you on this matter, but as is the current situation I can not tell you that I will vote for you.” 

"That is a shame however weather I become Lord Regent or not I'm sure your daughter will go visit you along with my son Luke." He then signed softly and walked back to his table and sat down to order some food and a drink. He disliked all this intrigue and such however it is needed for his family.

"I will wait eagerly for her return" Flint smiled as the man soon left him.