Just as Lynch predicted, this conference was proceeding very smoothly. To defeat the enemy before them, even countries holding different political opinions could swiftly reach a compromise.
The mage sat outside the circle of generals, holding a cup of hot tea in his hands, letting the curling steam obscure the smile on his lips—how long could these agreements be executed and adhered to? Due to the different lifespans of the various races, their perspectives on a contract were not the same. Humans considered their gains and losses over spans of decades, while dwarves and elves looked further ahead, spanning hundreds or even thousands of years. However, these things were not so important to Lynch; he had already obtained what he wanted.
