"Seok-Jin," I begin, my tone firm yet open, "if we're going to proceed with this meeting, I need assurances on two fronts. First, I need your team to stay here until we've fully neutralised the threat from Bugu town. We can't have them pulling out and leaving us exposed. This situation is far too volatile to take any chances."
Seok-Jin leans forward, clasping his hands on the table as he nods thoughtfully. "I understand your concern," he says, his eyes never leaving mine. "You're right, the stability of this region is paramount. My team will stay until the Bugu town situation is completely resolved. You have my word on that." He pauses, tilting his head slightly. "Now, what's the second condition?"
