Benoit sighs, then returns to his throne "Yes, the chaos raging in the Italian peninsular has been closely monitored by us for sometime. But rest assured, your caliph has nothing to worry from us, we are not willing to enter the war on either side. Italia is not of our concern." The King now leans forward, and speaks in a more serious tone "However, we do have some concern with your recent troop movements in the Pyrenees. They are dangerously close to our southern borders, and we sincerely hope they will not be pushing any further north. Any foreign incursions into French domains will be dealt with swiftly and servilely. I hope your caliph understands this, for we do not want war with your people."
The diplomat tips his head, in acknowledgement. "Worry not, your highness. We understand you perfectly. The Pyrenees will act as a natural border between our nations, and will ensure that no border disagreements ever arise between us. We have no claim, nor interest, beyond the mountains." He smiles once more, "Now, about that trade agreement...?"
"Ah yes, the trade agreement. France is always welcome to trading as long as it is mutually beneficial, so of course, we graciously accept" Benoit leans back on his throne, and takes a sip of his wine. "And it is good to see that your caliph respects our claim of France, I hope the Pyrenees will remain a peaceful border for as long as our two nations stand."
"As do we, your Grace. I will report back to the Caliph with news of the trade agreement. He will be pleased, I am sure."
Mighty king of France! We will give you almost anything just give us a region in the new lands (America) When your higness will be capable, You will indeed need help against the Native People and the later colonists .... What do you say, King?
Benoit shakes his head in disapproval " I don't see what you Dacians could possible offer us in compensation that would be worth all the time and money spent on this expedition, so therefore I-" Prince Pierre abruptly cuts off his father "Well actually father, if I may, there is something they can do for us. The 'Victoire' is the largest ship in the French navy, but it is going to be used in the voyage, leaving a large hole in our naval capabilities in the Mediterranean. Maybe the Dacians can build a fleet to replace it? The king takes a brief moment to think about his sons proposal, before reaching his conclusion "Pierre raises a good point, the absence of the Victoire will leave us quite vulnerable to amphibious assault in the Western Med. Fine, we will grant you a region in the Americas, but in return, we want you to construct two ships for us."
Almohad Caliph wants to trade with Kingdom of France.
France is happy to trade with any and all nations, so of course we accept your trade agreement.
Caliph is grateful.
Would you Frenchies like peace? We are officially at war, though there is no reason to be anymore.
