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"One must consider the history of our relations to imagine what 'twill follow after this development," you opine.

"And, o sage, what say you of that history?"

You know a scattering of names, places and details of the history, having read a Flenish saga or two and attempted the works of Peringbone and Glendry, Brenton's famed historical chroniclers…but, truth be told, your blood freezes when your new companion calls you out to relate the story. [+Melancholy]

You do so to the best of your ability as they listen, nodding occasionally. "Are you interested in knowing more about when the trade dispute began?" they say eventually, raising a gentle hand.

"Yes, quite," you gasp, leaping at the chance to let them take the lead.

It becomes clear immediately that they know more of Brenton's border skirmishes with Flenders than you knew about your family farm. But they smile through the lecture, enjoying your willingness to learn and the chance to share the expertise.

Onward