Knessniet wrote:'What a interesting little gem! I don't wear much that requires a brooch, but I'll keep it handy. I suppose I should have the servants fetch your gift. Servant!", with that a servant picked up a box, and brought it over. The Duke presented it to her. "This contains two bars of bullion from our Mint, each a 10 Troy ounce bar. One is silver, and the other is gold. We have quite the program set up for the purchase of this, if your country is interested." He was quite happy with his choice. He was quite proud of the new minting program, and he intended to introduce his Minister of Trade at one point.
"My!" Hrosvitha exclaimed as she graciously accepted the gift. "We are very thankful for this gift, your grace. I will most definitely share it with the Domestic Representative and discuss if any such trade or deals may benefit our two nations. If it interests you." She curtsied before placing the box in her purse, finding it slightly heavier than the brooch, but remaining graceful under pressure.
"I hope I was not too late for any of the entertainment? Issues at home has required my presence before I could depart." She apologized profusely as she bowed once more to the regal gentleman before her.