Afternoon meetings and dinner.

After hearing Lady Cheyna she headed to her chambers and had some lunch. After Lunch Arerto noted the more formal dress on the bed and knew that meant diplomatic business for the afternoon. Arerto dressed in the white and silver dress and placed her crown back on her head. She then headed to the throne room and after the trumpeteers had announced her arrival with the usual fanfare she took her seat. Looking around the throne room she smiled. Her chief aide Lady Giselle announced Prince Thaden of the Germite realm.Prince Thaden was the youngest son of King Gideon of the Germite Kingdom. He was also the only child of King Gideon and Queen Alyse. "Greetings my lord and welcome to our kingdom. I am sure that you will find it a welcoming place for you and your people." She gave a small curt smile and waited for him to sit."Thank you your majesty." he said as he took his seat and smiled at her. "I am certain that my people will enjoy their stay" he paused and looked her in the eyes.

"I understand your father King Gideon wishes to discuss a trade agreement and military alliance between our two realms.?" "Yes your majesty that is correct. We wish to fortify our borders and you know how we love security. My father would be here but he is busy with the rebels"Arerto looks to Lady Giselle and they have a whispered exchange and then she speak to Thaden again. "Your highness my advisors have looked over your proposal and on merit they agree i should sign this treaty. However there is one provision that i will add. Freeconian forces will not aide in your war against the rebels unless they threaten our lands." "That is fair your majesty and i will add my signature to the document as well as my counsellor and his staff. In return I ask that you send me a copy of the treaty and any other documents that pertain to our agreement.""Now Prince Thaden i suggest that our advisors trash out the details. I invite you to join for dinner tonight in the banquet hall along with your advisors."

Thaden said thank you then bowed and left the throne room. Arerto then dealt with some minor issues pertaining faming disputes. She stood from the throne after the audience was closed and headed back to chambers and sat at her desk. Her maids fussed around her bringing her a llight snap and water. Although she did not like to admit it to herself her main concern was the safety of her citizens. The last thing she wanted was another war. Wars were fought over nothing and usually ended up being started by someone else's misfortunes.Wars were started because kings and queens wanted to expand their borders and claim new lands. It was a vicious cycle and one that she did not want to. She would avoid gettting ehr troops mired in a civil war of another natio. However she would not aid the rebels like some of their neighbours had done. These sort of wars cost only lives and needless cost in resources and money.

Soon it was time to get dressed for the diplomatic dinner. Arerto was dressed in the white and gold dress that she had worn for her coronation. Crown on top of her head she headed down to the banquet hall and after the fanfare died down she took her place. The kitchen staff had donne well stocking the tables with beef, pork ,venison and fish. There were also vegatables and fruits along with relises and sauces. Thaden was sat next to Arerto on her right and Lady Giselle on her left. Minstrels played soothing music while the wine was served to all the guests. Dancers had come in and were entertaining the guests. Although the food was good the conversation was better. All the guests were seasoned diplomats and most had been trained in the art of speaking in front of others. As such they could talk about almost anything without fear of public humiliation or even criticism.They talked about the weather, their kingdoms and the latest news from around the world. One thing that every single one of them had in common was their love of security. No one wanted to give up their security for anything. Even if it meant giving up their lives for it. That was the way of the world and they were happy with that way of life.

One thing that every single one of them had in common was their love of security. No one wanted to give up their security for anything. Even if it meant giving up their lives for it. That was the way of the world and they were happy with that way of life.Queen Arerto stood and signalled for silence. "My lords ladies and honoured guests. The Germite realm and the Freeconian realm have agreed a trade and military agreement. This will provide wealth f our nations.and friendship for both of our nations. Prince Thaden please take this copy of the agreement to your father." with that she sat down. The dinner ended with a round of applause and a few more songs from the minstrels. Then the tables were cleared and the servants finished tidying. Arerto went back to her chambers. The treaty was signed and she was ready to go bed. When she got to her chambers she dismissed Bella and Selena for the night. When she entered she saw a most pleasing sight. The naked form of Admiral Katherine sprawled on her bed looking back at her smiling invitingly.