JUNIPER
you think i'm happy because i'm smiling,
but it's the easiest thing to do
Juniper nodded, accepting Morgan's conditions. "I never intended to seek punishment for the entire race, only on those involved in the attack on us. Reparations of some sort are not a bad idea, though I don't know that my people would accept help from the Ascended. We can be ... proud. However, I should thank you for being open to the idea of bringing the Ascended to justice -- I know there are obstacles, but your agreement means one fewer."but it's the easiest thing to do
At Morgan's refusal and counteroffer, Juniper couldn't help a bit of a rueful smile. Once the Fae had been a martial power, but ... no longer, it seemed. They still had their warriors, but if that was not what Morgan wanted from them, then Juniper would not press the matter. "I understand. We can arrange such a trade; what do you need? Meat, furs, crafts? I think some tangible compensation will be necessary -- my people will not wish to hand over their goods solely for a promise of future protection that might never come to fruition. But we can certainly arrange for a trade that is advantageous to you -- a heavy discount, in exchange for such a promise."
if you looked a little closer,
you'd find my eyes aren't smiling too.
you'd find my eyes aren't smiling too.
