"Then, your majesty-" Another noble from the enemy- "If I may ask a question at least-"
"Go on-"
"You're the emperor of Vesita- this continent. And yet- you came here personally to soothe just this one revolt? And you even went as far as to banish us- why?"
"I came here personally- so ensure proper judgment. And to also judge whether it's possible for the people to accept the empire- or for the empire to accept you people. clearly, conflicting goals cannot thrive. However- the empire I wish to create, is free and has no prejudice. Yet, being accused of so- clearly goes against our policies. Which is why- it's better for Solk to not be part of the empire."
I overcomplicated the statement- for the sake of it.
"I-I see… is it possible for us to negotiate? We could offer-"
"Offer? Offer what? What can you possibly offer me that I don't have?"
Nervous glances. "But your majesty is kind and just- and-"