Known for his fearsome capabilities on the battlefield, countless kingdoms had tried and failed to appease the The Dreaded One who was gaining territory and Vassals faster than anyone could track.

The Kingdom of Daires, one that bordered a vast majority of the freshly conquered lands, knew their time was short. Fearing for what may happen if he were to declare war upon them they decided to suggest a treaty. Erik's soldiers would be allowed to move peacefully through the kingdom to bypass longer routes to other regions, and in return he swore to bring no harm upon the people.

But he denies them. They forget that Erik is as cunning as he is strong.

He needs no deal for freedom of transport, if he wished it Daires would be nothing put a patch of scorched earth and besides soon they shall be trapped by his land on every side. No, instead he wants their fealty, and so he suggests a marriage bond. One of the kings seven children for his word that no war would taint their cities streets.

After spending time with you all, he finds himself disinterested in your other siblings. They were all too vapid, selfish or fearful. You were the only one to hold his attention, and yet its seemed you'd want nothing more than for him to leave you in peace.

Walking into your solar with a clear disregard for any form of propriety he stops before you. "I will need a moment of your time." He says.