Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 543

During the negotiations at Fangridge Mountain earlier in the day, Oliver's stance was exceptionally resolute.

Before the talks began, both Timothy and Louis had urged him not to mention the Hell Monarch in front of Victor. However, Oliver believed that since they had once served under the prince, they would undoubtedly favor him. So, he agreed to keep quiet while plotting his own strategy.

In previous negotiations, Oliver had been bargaining persistently. He had offered gold, food, and textiles in exchange for Septimus. Each time, Victor had rejected the terms, leading to a deadlock in the negotiations.

This time, Oliver had truly lost patience. He had already made significant concessions for Septimus' sake. He had increased his offer from 5,000 gold coins to 10,000 gold coins, 400,000 pounds of grain, and 2,000 bolts of silk.

If Sandoria still refused, it would be due to sheer greed.

Giving them Simonton City, which had been recaptured by the Hell Monarch, was out of the question. If it were lost again, it would be a severe blow to Oliver.

At the start of this round of negotiations, Oliver had again raised the grain offer, this time to 660,000 pounds.

However, Victor still rejected it.

Fuming, Oliver slammed his hand on the table. "I see that you're not sincere about this at all. I've made the greatest concessions, yet you demand even more. This is utterly unreasonable. If this is how it's going to be, then the negotiations are over."

The statement was translated, and Victor sneered after hearing it. "Are you certain you want to end the negotiations? Are you willing to sacrifice your spies?"

"It is you who lacks sincerity. If you are unwilling to negotiate in good faith, then we have nothing more to discuss. Do as you will. This is the Hell Monarch's decision," Oliver replied.

Timothy and Louis' faces went pale.

Hadn't they already said not to mention Rafael?!

The name "Hell Monarch" needed no translation—Victor understood immediately. His demeanor turned alert.

"The Hell Monarch? Are you saying he's here? Why isn't he negotiating instead?"

Victor's translator conveyed this message, and Oliver was about to respond when Louis interjected, "The Hell Monarch issued the order, but was unable to come in person. He recently got married and can't leave the capital at this time."

Oliver glared sharply at Louis, then said to Victor, "Yes, the Hell Monarch has been in Simonton City for a few days. However, he hasn't come to negotiate himself and sent me to convey his message. If you can't agree to these terms, the negotiations are over. Do whatever you need to do."

"That is the Hell Monarch's decision," Oliver reiterated.

Victor immediately grasped the situation and ordered, "We're leaving. Now."

Timothy quickly nudged Louis, who hastened to say, "Marshal Crow, there's no need to rush. We can continue discussing things. Is Simonton City really your only goal?"

Timothy hurried over and intercepted Victor.

Victor coldly glared at him. "Get out of my way!"

Louis ran over and performed a formal salute. "Marshal Crow, let's continue our discussion calmly. What's the rush? You want Simonton City, correct? We can talk it over. Let's sit down and continue the negotiation."