366 Onto a new quest

 "The decision has been made," Sultria waltz in confidence. The dining hall of which held four people was reduced to but a singular man having a drink. The latter was fanned by a maid who kept a smile despite him refusing the service.

 "What of it, Emperor?"

 "Dearest father-in-law, I've decided that the Alphia Empire will join the Argashield Federation. We will do what is needed to help the allied kingdoms. My only wish is that thee accompanies me to my continent, we're in peril and I think it best to rely on someone in a time of crisis."

 "Rely on someone," he said with an unconvinced tone, "-do you wish to say that you'd have chosen any old fool to be in thy entourage?"

 "No, god forbid," the head shook in dismissal, "-I never said such a thing," strong gestures of disapproval amplified the words spoken. "I only considered this option for thou art the father of my will-be wife."