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In your position, many other men of your station would have acted differently. Some could have been indignated at the demand of this man - this lowly merchant - to ask compensation of one fighting a war on their very behalf, and especially to do so in regards to a noble of finer blood. Though you are no Duke or King, the Galliota line is one of respectable prestige indeed, holding even the honor of being a Grandée of the realm - a "cousin" of the Emperor himself, an honor that dates back all the way to the times when the holders of this honor were often related to the Brascarams House.
Of course, men of such high stature will often also sign away on such prices without a care. You know very well that many amidst the nobility of Mirevale find 'Haggling' to be an dishonorable act, lowering oneself of the noble blood to a position of a mere merchant.
You, however, are the Viscount of Portblanc - a Trade City. Your family has dealt with merchants for however long as they have ruled. You would not call yourself a merchant, but when it comes to their art, your experience cannot be questioned.
"I understand it well that I burden thee, Potestate." you begin, intent on driving him into a corner. "This siege has without a doubt weakened your city's warehouses. Yet...It was my victory over your bitter foes, the Largesi, that had led to your astounding victory, is it not?"
"Of course, your lordship. I would not deny it such." he responds curtly.
"However, Messer Ganieri, in defeating them, and in breaking bread with one such as myself, your town's allegiances are clear for all to see. It is in the very best interest of Sonero that the Spisa Family should see a swift victory, of which my forces are deeply required to achieve. Is it not to your favor that I should acquire supplies as swiftly and efficiently as possible, and not waste the coin which I require to pay the men on whose arms your lives depend?"
The man stays silent for a moment, as if thinking about your points. After a minute, he begins to rub his head, and relents. "Your words are those of truth, Don Alessandro. In the interest of your success, I would be willing to take costs of mine own, and lower my price to a measly 500 Spadas instead. Are we in acceptance?"
Certainly, a reduction of half is good - but is it good enough?
>Accept the deal and pay the price
>Reject the deal; Remain in the town for a week and acquire supplies by sea instead
>Reject the deal; You'll just forage on the way
>Write-in
Of course, men of such high stature will often also sign away on such prices without a care. You know very well that many amidst the nobility of Mirevale find 'Haggling' to be an dishonorable act, lowering oneself of the noble blood to a position of a mere merchant.
You, however, are the Viscount of Portblanc - a Trade City. Your family has dealt with merchants for however long as they have ruled. You would not call yourself a merchant, but when it comes to their art, your experience cannot be questioned.
"I understand it well that I burden thee, Potestate." you begin, intent on driving him into a corner. "This siege has without a doubt weakened your city's warehouses. Yet...It was my victory over your bitter foes, the Largesi, that had led to your astounding victory, is it not?"
"Of course, your lordship. I would not deny it such." he responds curtly.
"However, Messer Ganieri, in defeating them, and in breaking bread with one such as myself, your town's allegiances are clear for all to see. It is in the very best interest of Sonero that the Spisa Family should see a swift victory, of which my forces are deeply required to achieve. Is it not to your favor that I should acquire supplies as swiftly and efficiently as possible, and not waste the coin which I require to pay the men on whose arms your lives depend?"
The man stays silent for a moment, as if thinking about your points. After a minute, he begins to rub his head, and relents. "Your words are those of truth, Don Alessandro. In the interest of your success, I would be willing to take costs of mine own, and lower my price to a measly 500 Spadas instead. Are we in acceptance?"
Certainly, a reduction of half is good - but is it good enough?
>Accept the deal and pay the price
>Reject the deal; Remain in the town for a week and acquire supplies by sea instead
>Reject the deal; You'll just forage on the way
>Write-in
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