Alev (Earth): Contract Basics: Rules

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Alev: "Oh, you're here."

"Lord": "I'm sorry I'm late, Alev."

Alev: "Don't worry. Canceled contracts are a part of everyday life for a mercenary."

"Lord": "No, I wasn't trying to cancel the contract. It's embarrassing to say, but I came to try and renew the contract."

Alev: "Is that so...? The band of mercenaries I lead, the Emerald Lions, has a rule. "Check all conditions of a contract thoroughly and completely before signing."

"Lord": "I've heard that before."

Alev: "Mercenaries don't work for charity. We make a living selling our services as fighters, and we're sent into dangerous situations almost constantly. Knowing the ins and outs of a contract can make the difference between life and death for us. We consider a contract's terms to be absolute; they are the law by which we must abide. If the terms are not in line with our standards, we don't take the contract in the first place. However, after agreeing to a contract we've double- and triple-checked, we keep our end of the deal no matter what."

"Lord": "You said before that's the mercenary's code, right?"

Alev: "Yes. My contract with you was the same. You may remember Article 1, Clause 6. 'Should the contract be broken on account of Avillon's negligence, a payment of crystals may be offered to renew said contract."

"Lord": "I remember, and I will gladly pay that price right now."

Alev: "If I may be honest, the fee is not a big issue. What I wanted to point out is that you can break this contract at any time on even the smallest whim."

"Lord": "..."

Alev: "And yet, despite the terms of the contract being highly irrational, the Emerald Lions and I decided to accept it anyway."

"Lord": "Why was that?"

Alev: "Finding a good employer makes life much easier for mercenaries. I believed your proposal was a rare opportunity that may never come again."

"Lord": "Rare enough that you would even accept a few irrational terms…"

Alev: "Yes. We could see Avillon's—and your—hidden potential. And, on a personal note, I have never had an employer such as yourself. However, when two parties exchange pledges, it isn't uncommon for one side to be more committed. If you don't think we are worth your time, maybe it's best to end the contract right now."

"Lord": "Err, that's not…"

Alev: "Your contract was very appealing to us, to the point where we rejected all other offers we received. And because of that, my fellow mercenaries and I take your action or inaction very seriously... is what I've been trying to say."

"Lord": "...I'm not trying to purchase your services for money here. I definitely don't mean to come off as arrogant, nor do I want us to have the relationship of an employer and employee. I want to build a relationship of trust with you and your mercenaries. I want to become a leader to you that can protect you from outside dangers. And I want you to become a knight, an advisor, and a friend to me."

Alev: "… I've never thought our relationship could develop in that way."

"Lord": "..."

Alev: "Perhaps I should start thinking of you like a mercenary leader…"

"Lord": "I suppose there are some similarities… Regardless, it is my fault the contract was breached. Do you think you could give me another chance? I understand better now how you view contracts. I promise not to disappoint you or the Emerald Lions again."

Alev: "...It feels strange for your to put yourself in a position of vulnerability. You're the monarch of a nation, and a great victor in battle."

"Lord": "I was speaking to you person to person."

Alev: "Oh... Then you needn't worry. I have great faith that our contract will be fulfilled. Thank you, Alev."

[Lord leaves]

Alev: "They are definitely not a normal monarch…"

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