The representative of the Imperial delegation, Marquis Sedes, forced a smile as he faced the Grand Duchess and her ministers.

“Hahaha… Relations between the Empire and the North have been less than smooth lately, which seems to have caused some miscommunication.”

He had already prepared himself for this before leaving the Empire.

As a high-ranking noble in charge of diplomacy, he was all too aware of the history between the Empire and the North.

“If Your Grace permits, may we establish embassies in High Castle or Haven? Naturally, Lenslet would also be welcome to establish embassies in the Imperial Capital …