The Evolution Chronicles

After Conrad stated his terms, the negotiation started in full swing, with Robin taking the lead. Out of the the three guests present, he had the sweet mouth, and would probably be able to batter for the most favorable terms to their cause than any of the others. Because of his expertise in politics and the like, the others simply left him to answer any question that the human City Lord threw his way.

Robin started off with why they believed the Henshaw Dynasty was behind the attacks on the various packs, tribes, and cities.

"Well, according to the information that we managed to get from a scion of the dynasty, this has been one of their long term plans to be the sole power that rules the Northern Continent. After using a bit of some more coercive means to make him speak, the Belmun pack had him spill some information concerning the drug." Robin explained.

"Firstly, the name of the drug is the Herder Drug. According to the boy, Adam Henshaw, the drug is meant to do as its name implies. It is meant to turn anyone it is used on into nothing more than livestock that can be herded by the Henshaw Dynasty's King."

"Oh, I see. Such a drug is rather troublesome. I believe that such a thing would need time to take proper effects, yes?" Conrad frowned.

"Indeed. While we are not sure of how long it takes to take control of a demi-human, Beastkin, or human, we do know that the time it takes for each specie varies." Robin nodded.

"I see." Conrad rubbed his chin, "Well, let us move on. Perhaps we can discuss that in more depth some other time, but I would like to know of your plans if you manage to get the help of myself and my people. And of course, what you plan on doing if you do manage to take down the Henshaw Dynasty."

"Of course." Robin eyed Malim subtly, also understanding the City Lord's thoughts.

If they did succeed in taking down the Henshaw Dynasty, then that meant there would be a lack of an absolute power in the Northern Continent. And considering the fact that Malim was part of a foreign power, then that could possibly mean that he and his army was just here to fill in that spot that the Henshaw Dynasty would leave vacant, meaning that they could effectively take over as the central and most powerful power in the Northern Continent.

"When the Henshaw Dynasty has been taken down, then according to the plans we have already made with the leaders of the various forces we have been able to reach out to, then we will establish a joint power, much like that of Oceabal, but at a much larger scale, perhaps surpassing the scale of the Henshaw Dynasty itself. We are still yet to decide how to elect a leader of that power, but we decided to wait until we had reached out to this city and some other powers that have been affected by this matter." Robin explained.

"Hmm, I am quite pleased at your decision. Well, truth be told, I had already partially made up my mind after hearing that young Mian here is Gifted. I will assist the best I can, but I can not provide soldiers. We are already lacking in the military aspect after what happened, and those that we have with us are not enough to cover our entire city. Along with the insecurity amongst my people, sending off soldiers will only hurt us more." Conrad said with a wry smile and a slight shrug.

"Ah, that is fine. We understand. We can not ask you to do more than you already have." Robin smiled, feeling quite satisfied. Things had turned out to be much easier than he would have ever thought, with the City Lord being a rather calm and sociable person, as well as the fact that he was willing to provide them with resources that would greatly help their cause in bringing down the Henshaw Dynasty.

"Well, I think that is it?" Conrad raised a brow and turned to look at Charles, who had maintained his position at Conrad's right side all along. "Charlie, please take them to a place they can rest. We have quite a few rooms that we have not been using, yes?" He asked, and Charles nodded his head.

"Charlie?" Malim raised a brow at seeing such a powerful demi-human being referred to as though he was a harmless kid.

"Of course! Why would I call my own kid any other name but one that I feel fits him most?" Conrad laughed.

"Oh? Charles is your son? Well, I have to say, you must be proud to have such a powerful child." Malim smiled broadly.

"Indeed, I am. Who wouldn't be? Nothing gives me as much gratification than watching my son spar with his peers or train his subordinates. The fact that my son grew up to be such a powerful man is something I will forever be proud of!" Conrad exclaimed. It seemed that he was truly incredibly proud of his son, but who wouldn't be proud of their child if said child had achieved such a level of strength?

"Ah, well, let's put that aside for now. Let Charlie lead you to where you all can rest. We can smooth over the details tomorrow." Conrad stood up, signaling the end of their discussions, and of course, the three guess couldn't argue. After all, as long as they were here, Conrad pretty much called all the shots.

"Thank you again, Conrad. We truly appreciate your assistance." Malim said, just before stepping out of the room with Charles in the lead.

Conrad simply waved and smile as the last of his guests left the room.. And then he went over and left the room after they had left, heading to one of the other rooms in the wing of the mansion where his office for entertaining guests was.