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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Verbatim" data-source="post: 3372221" data-attributes="member: 15549">~So the old man has sunken so far as to stubbornly trust those he appoints, even when he must know they may play him false. If he admits his mistake, he will lose even more strength than if he argues that he was tricked as wickedly as she was.~Listening and nodding his head in agreement with the Meravanchian's words, Nathan knew that entering into a long range deal with the foundling House could open many doors for the church if the rumors of Farshore were true.~If I can show her the aide the Church can bring her, then it will be a profitable deal for all parties.~Taking a glass of wine that was offered by Kora, Nathan spoke from the far side of the table."To share Master Meravanchi's sentiments, I am not without my own means at the moment, and in the spirit of goodwill and the prospect of a future kindness from your House, I offer the aide of the Merchant's Friend. While our numbers may not rival the Cudgels, we seek to assist those we can. If I may ask, have you brought your case before the Cudgels? If this Vark must be spoken to in a less civilized manner as you have hinted at, it would help if you, and those acting in your interests, were seen as the innocent ones should there be questions."Nathan glanced over to the large sailor and understood all too clearly why she had sent for him, but the others eluded. Alix would bring the backing and standings of another noble house, he would provide the presence of a neutral party church to witness the transaction, and Master Rivers would be there to strong arm persuade Vark if needed. What then did the others bring to the table?~She has already proven to be resourceful with her limited resources, but how far ahead has she thought?~</blockquote>

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