Liam leaned on his hand.
"How do we guarantee that?"
"By offering them something they want more than Radiant Empire's good opinion."
Arcturus's mind was clearly several steps ahead.
"The Aurelian Republic is merchant republic. They care about profit and stability. If we can demonstrate that trading with victorious demon empire is more profitable than trading with potentially collapsing Radiant Empire, they'll maintain commerce."
"You want me to promise them economic benefits for supporting us?"
"I want you to negotiate economic treaty that ensures trade continues regardless of military outcomes. That requires your authority as supreme military commander and Lilith's authority as crown." Arcturus leaned forward. "Give me two weeks and diplomatic delegation. I'll ensure our economy doesn't collapse when we attack Sanctum Lux."
Liam considered. Economics was territory he didn't fully understand. But Arcturus had spent decades managing House Morwen's financial empire.
