After some minor trouble on the road to Margush the party arrive just in time for the beginning of the negotiations. In these it is quickly established that of the three great houses Vermilus Carxux is likely to side with Acryn after he is outed as a Mage at the meeting by Francesco. Of the other two Elizabeta is somewhat cautious and promises to side against the serradics if she is assured of at least a chance at victory. To satisfy. Her if this she asks that the other houses are brought on board and also that the party establish whether there is any truth to the rumours that the Queen of the wood a powerful anominally has sided with the serradics. The third great house appears to have unfortunately already sided with the serradics but after being approached by a younger family member the party decide to orchestrate a coup to out a more sympathetic family member in charge.

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