On this vessel sat representatives from just about every place that had ships and trade in their blood as well as those of enough importance to be involved and their retinue made of spy's, guards, slaves or learned men. They all hid their curiously about the strange ship and oddly dressed and armored crew behind masks after all no one was stupid enough to ask. When everyone important was seated
The Admiral began. "we have received word of your journey and goals from the ships escorting you here and as such the prime minister who in our nation is equivalent the the hand of the king in the Seven kingdoms had us meet you here to go over important details and prevent any misunderstandings or public order problems from reaching the Capital. We have also been ordered to restock your ships supplies at sea to no cost to you this is to prevent to many people entering the islands."this made all the merchants incredibly happy as it was quite a journey for some who travel far to get here.
"Their are to many ships and you are only allowed visitation rights to the capital not the other citys so remember any ship wandering off will be destroyed. The ships wishing to trade will have a set day to come to the city under escort to trade in a special area that we have set up."
" Those giving gifts or are of station should register here after as their will be a ball to welcome you in the palace that we will escort you to in 3 days and the Prince will be receiving guests on the 4th day."
The Admiral stopped to take a sip of water before continuing " Next the Empire values it's citizens far more than outsiders of any kind this is not empty words should you break some basic laws we have set for you we will kill you no matter the person or who they represent these include Rape, murder, theft, kidnapping or anything that threatens the safety of the empire or its people" this caused frowns to appear on most faces and murmurs between everyone as these laws were really overbearing and it was highly unusual for any sovereign to place the people so high in value.
"lastly you should be made aware of how most Britannians will perceive you I don't expect you to understand until you get to the capital but I will tell you straight if you're from the seven kingdoms you are seen the same way you see wildlings the same with Essos the same way you see the Dothraki." there were loud murmurs some even had barely suppressed anger. One man a lord by the look of him stood up and demanded a apology before leaving for Stannis ship. Stannis assumed the man was trying to get some benefit but before other's could try the same thing the Admiral spoke up "Britannia does not need trade in fact the only reason we have gone out into the world is because of the commands of the Prince who wishes for a better connection to the wider world but make no mistake most have no interest."This silenced crowd as they understood the Admiral had the strength here."With that said please register and draw lots for merchant days. And I will be going over less important topics"
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He was immediately swarmed with lords, merchants and Magistrates all looking to get something from the man. Stannis couldn't help but feel deja vu as this was exactly like getting the representatives onto his ship. Sir Davos suggested we wait till things calm down before going over and I agreed.
"Your should use the white water machine in the small room to relieve yourself" confused silence
"be careful of the large silver bugs they bite but are tamed if not revoked " shocked silence
"woman are treated equally in our nation" silence
By the time Stannis got to the old Admiral everyone thought this Empire was full of mad men but no one dared to speak out loud. Sir Davos did the introductions "This Lord Stannis Barathion Lord of Dragon stone and The Master of Ships" The admiral nodded "The reports mentioned you would be coming Lord Stannis what can I do for you"
Stannis stepped forward to speak "indeed I would like whatever information you can give me in regards to the royal court and nobility of Britannia" everyone listing to the conviction got serious even though the question was a bit rude it was very valuable to make a good impression.
Admiral Archer nodded again "The king and queen have died recently during a religious ceremony currently the Prince regent has the most political power and will have absolute power when he comes of age" everyones mind immediately suspected the Prince of kin slaying but judging by how normal the crew acted it didn't seem to be the case after all as the small folk don't show resentment or hidden contempt. "Next are the 5 most powerful nobles each responsible for a different major field among them is the prime minister who is the most powerful in the current age. Just below them are the secondary nobles who hold great political power and manage secondary fields like the minister of mining, farming and education. Below them are the Provincial, city governors and Holy houses then comes the administration that manages land but have no political power."
Most of the first bit made sense to Stannis and everyone else but anything else was purely unrecognizable.