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[color=gray]While Nellara had felt a bit... 'attacked' by Vigdis' previous comments, the misunderstanding was soon cleared when she mentioned human laws. Nellara had no idea of how human laws worked, but to their race, which seemed to be rather... prone to violence, drawing a weapon wasn't seen the same way as how people in Kanth-Aremek saw it.

[color=d3c28b]"I see... I can't say I am knowledgeable about human laws, although it would be better if we both agreed against 'drawing' our weapons unless we actually intend to [i]attack, kill or wound[/i] someone, as drawing and pointing one's weapons are a clear and obvious display of hostility... And as far as I am aware, neither one of us here are enemies, right?"[/color] Nellara completed, hoping to clear that misunderstanding and avoid any 'future' misunderstandings of the same kind... considering how much trouble such incidents could spell for both of them.

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Nellara heard Zeynep's requests. From common things such as clothing to lightning mages, most of them proved to be quite basic and relatively easy to grant. The one request that made Nellara a bit worried was the recovery of the parts of the Jotunheim that apparently fell off on their 'arrival'. While normally it would be quite easy to form a scout party to search for it, it definitely wouldn't be as simple, considering how the ship parts were on Mythadia territory.

Unfortunately, the Ascension would have to cede that specific request for the Mythadians.

[color=d3c28b]"The Ascension is well known for it's mages. Gathering lightning mages would be easier, faster and more efficient if we were the ones to do it. Safer as well, considering we will bring trained mages that are trusted by the Ascension."[/color] Nellara said, glancing towards Silbermine before she looked to Zeynep.

[color=d3c28b]"Additionally, the Ascension would gladly provide you with durable and efficient work clothes. As I mentioned before, the Ascension accepts everyone based on their skill, regardless of race. Due to this, we are accustomed with making the most varied type of clothes to fit most races."[/color] Nellara said, once again looking to Zeynep.

[color=d3c28b]"In return, I believe searching for the parts from the Jotunheim that fell on the marshlands would be a better task for the Mythadians, considering both the terrain and the territory they are currently at. Besides, invading Mythadian territory would be... [i]incredibly rude and could be misunderstood as an act of hostility of our part[/i] if we did so, wouldn't it?"[/color] Nellara said, this time looking to Silbermine. Her remarks were once again clear, although rather delicate reminders of the offenses Silbermine had committed against the Ascension.

Regardless of her personal  thoughts about Silbermine, negotiations were negotiations and Nellara knew well she had to cede in some aspects, if she wanted to gain the upper hand in others.

As General Kvarr mentioned about having no need to secure a separate location for the humans, Nellara simply nodded, agreeing with him. She had no doubts Silbermine would love to 'take' the humans for himself, but the proposal they had, to give the stretch of land the Jotunheim fell for the humans, was not only more 'neutral' but definitely fit the humans' interests better than Silbermine's.

Unfortunately, Silbermine, in his arrogance, still continued to claim that land belonged to Mythadia. Nellara's expression visibly hardened, as she looked at him with a cold stare. While General Kvarr decided to take the calm approach to such insults, Nellara still saw the need of being firm and standing one's ground. Still, she did little more than just look at Silbermine menacingly while General Kvarr continued to talk.

[color=d3c28b]"I believe the matter of sovereignty was never in question here, 'Lord' Silbermine. The treaty that divides our territory is old and was always respected by both of our nations. There is little need for Mythadia, or [i]you in particular[/i] to want to take Ascension lands, as I believe your territory would be already quite enough for your kingdom, just as ours is for us."[/color] Nellara asked, looking to Silbermine with a serious expression.

[color=d3c28b]"It would be best if we avoid lighting any... unnecessary sparks that might result in disagreements between our nations, since there is a possibility that they could affect our relationship as neighbor nations, don't you agree?"[/color] Nellara asked, her sharp eyes watching every movement from Silbermine.

[color=d3c28b]"Should our nations see a new discussion about the treaty to be unavoidable, I hope Mythadia will show itself an honorable neighbor and not try to push any... unfavorable conditions to the Ascension, in order to preserve our relationship as neighbor nations."[/color] Nellara concluded.

With the humans deciding to send two groups, one to Mythadia and the other to Ascension, the negotiations seemed to have dwindled down, at least for now. After they were mostly done with it, General Kvarr ordered Nellara to prepare a small group of soldiers to escort the humans back to Arcaeda by using one of their boats. Taking the rest of the day to rest, Nellara spent most of her free time handpicking the soldiers that would fit best to that particular task among the ones present and instructing them about their task. Even though it was unlikely they would encounter any danger, escorting the humans so they could arrive in Arcaeda safely was their top priority so during all the trip back, she instructed them to always be on alert.[/color]