A Quadripartite Entente

[DeSchaine]

"I fail to see what you mean by a weak position. It would seem that their position is actually quite strong with Taeunas as trading and defense partners. In any case, for Cynas to fall under our... more official capacity... there would have to be a mandate from their people. Without that, Taeunas has no desire to meddle in their affairs." She tapped the folders in front of her.

"The same can be said of the others as well. While we agree they have certain value in strategic and material, thats no excuse to run roughshod over a people that have chosen their own path on the world stage. Yes, conflicts happen with nations of all government types, but what conflicts exist to justify the hostile takeover of Sindar and Falsea?"