Roland was debating which kind of incendiary weapon was easier to manufacture when a guard came in. "Your Majesty, the ambassadors of the Northern Region requested to see you."
"It has been just one day..." Roland thought, feeling a bit surprised. "Are they planning to directly turn down my offer without even letting the duke know?"
"Bring them to the drawing room." He instructed after a momentary silence. "Also, ask Carter to block all the exits to the Foreign Affairs Building and stop the emissary delegation from getting out."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Since they had refused to agree to his policies, it left him no choice but to detain them by force.
...
When Roland entered the drawing room, he noticed that the pair across the long table had switched their seatings. The lady, who claimed to be the assistant to Cole, was sitting in the guest of honor seat, whereas Cole was sitting next to her with a book in his hand.
