In Terra, a hunter, and also a bad woman

No matter what, as the Sarkaz King, the other party's status was among the most exalted even in ordinary diplomatic negotiations between nations.

At best, she was merely a strong contender to become the next Pontiff...

Would receiving the other party herself provoke their displeasure?

She did not want what was almost the first exchange in history to fail for such a reason.

But clearly, to the two people who understood Theresa's personality, Renia's worries were completely unnecessary.

"She isn't as sensitive as you imagine... She's very easy to get along with."

Maria spoke casually, her tone calm.

But Renia froze and turned her head in surprise.

"You... know that King?"

"..."

Maria said nothing, merely remaining silent.

Before Renia could think any further, the priest beside her spoke again.

"Rather than that, you should pay more attention to the procedures for communication between both sides... I may not be able to help you in other areas, but if it's only the procedures, I should be able to relay them."

Even if it seemed excessively formal, like a performance staged for both sides to see, that was acceptable.

At the very least, it would mean contact through normal procedures... Its very existence was meaningful. Its existence could open the door for further talks between both sides...

"As for that... I have indeed made some preparations."

Renia nodded, then continued.

"I plan to proceed in four stages..."

"After welcoming that King into Laterano, I will temporarily avoid direct contact with her. Instead, both sides will send envoys to exchange gifts and express goodwill... This must be made grand enough for everyone to see."

"The second step will be a joint conference with the various nations, conveying the positions of Laterano and the Sarkaz... It should also be as large as possible."