Seleucid Pergamon wrote:
Thomas & Zacharoula Vasocpolou
Standing together, Thomas and Zacharoula let their smiles form. During their time in Diarcesia, the couple managed to befriend contemporaries on their trip with the delegation. Both can recall the moment they first met Pimen and Antioch, and to see this camaraderie displayed between the two again, they hoped to have another unwinding mingling like the last time, except the excessive consumption of wine.
Flashback: The Sirenocastrum
Eucaria, Dieresis of Palaeodiarcesia
Diarcesia
In the 17th century baroque-style building that formerly served as a seaside fortress, the opening address of a maritime convention continued "...The accomplishments of Diarcesia's shipbuilding industry is a long list of marvels of engineering. Our ships are some of the most advanced in all aspects, from speed to weaponry and sea navigation. The Diarcesians can travel anywhere they like without fear of getting lost on the open seas, and the Diarcesian navy is second to none in all of our most satisfied customers. Being a maritime nation, Diarcesia's freedom and prosperity depends on that. By working together with other nations, we can make sure that fruitful cooperation, knowledge sharing, and economic opportunities will continue for centuries to come."
The delegates applauded in response to the speaker's closing remarks. The convention was about to begin in earnest. Though their purposes were all separate, this chance encounter brought together Pimen (representing his dieresis's business owners), Antioch (seeking to connect to other countries looking to buy ships), and the Vascopolou couple (in official company business). As part of a bid for Thanassis Vascopolou & Sons to invest in the various maritime companies, all of them were part of a tour of some of the shipyards and ports of southern Diarcesia.
"Oh, definitely," Thomas replied, "There are several bankers and politicians that we have formed friendships with. Even one of the bankers that calls us frequently and has quite the enthusiasm. Do you remember, Zacharoula?"
Zacharoula laughed and reminisced. The attitude certainly made her relive for a while.
"He was a great entertainer, and hosts some of the most fun parties I have ever witnessed," she answered, "But, of course, they can never beat you two," she chuckled, "Anyways, Mr. Antioch, you said that you have explored corners of the Metiochid Empire. Given the theme of this gala, where in its former territories did you visit? Mesopotamia, Tocharia, Tangut, Oman, Magyaria? Speaking of which, we and our family visited the ruins of Seleucia on the Istros in Magyaria. Probably, one of my favorite ancient Metiochid ruins there."
"Sounds amazing. I haven't visited Seleucia on the Istros yet, but recently, I have been to Oman and the first Seleucia in Mesopotamia. Given the time and resources available to me, I plan on going to Magyaria someday. Also, your fondness for history is admirable."
Camilla interjected with one of her antics: "Ah, it is a difficult but wonderful subject. We have had to learn so much of the history and culture of our partners in trade that sometimes I feel like my head will explode."