Sharmukh pushes past his retainers and looks with confusion at Mort. Realizing that continued negotiation would likely prove unproductive, Sharmukh states, [color=39b54a]"I have taken your request into consideration, and if it is within my power, I will make it happen, given certain conditions. I will draft a message to Lathesa's Roost. If you would like to come back inside, I can hand it to you, or I can have it sent over to your escort before you set out."[/color]

Several retainers protest Sharmukh's decision, but he silences them with a wave of his hand. [color=39b54a]"At this point, any infrastructure that can be established in Lathesa's Roost is welcome. Besides, there will be conditions. The letter I will write will be addressed to whatever leadership remains in the Capitol for them to execute at their discretion."[/color]