Lips, in the capital:
Prime Minister George summoned me to his office.
"Master Lips, thank you for coming." The Prime Minister said.
"Of course, my lord." I replied. "I am at your service."
"We received a message from the border. King Toby Mason has come, seeking an audience with his majesty, King Titus." Prime Minister George said, handing me a report. "King Mason says he wishes to become his majesty's vassal."
"I must admit, I did not anticipate this. But I find this news most welcome." I said, looking over the report.
"So, you believe his intentions are genuine?"
"Most likely. What has King Mason brought with him?"
"Three carriages and a small retinue of knights. The border guards searched the carriages thoroughly." Prime Minister George said, stroking his chin. "The first carries King Mason himself. The second carries gold and valuables. The third carriage was occupied by several young women, remarkable only for their beauty."
