CH733 Meeting Duke Cyrindale
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Early the next morning, Alex carefully groomed himself while awaiting the scheduled meeting with the Duke.
Not long afterwards, accompanied only by Saul and Udara, Alex followed behind one of Duke Cyrindale's retainers towards Oxborn Castle for the meeting.
Over the past few days, Alex had repeatedly considered the many ways the meeting with the Duke might unfold, as well as how best to steer the discussion towards a favourable outcome.
However, he also recognised a simple reality—the Duke currently held most of the cards.
Whether the man chose to aid them, cooperate with them, or even entertain their proposal at all would ultimately determine the direction the negotiations would take.
Even though he was not particularly optimistic regarding the usefulness of his offer, Alex still decided to bring a Rune Tattoo Scroll along with him to the meeting.
