Terraversa Peace Talk
"What a desolated view." General Gabriel said to a lieutenant of the cavalry, while walking in the street of King's Port. "Let's hope we could find a way to prevent such fate falls on other Terraversan cities. Take this letter and make sure that Oldis receives it."
A letter from his excellency Duc de Vele @Captain Genaro.
To Miro Oldis and the leaders of his forces,
In light of the current events in Kings Port I wish to discuss an honorable peace between your forces and those of the Empire of Oleon. Your forces have fought valiantly and with great honor, and we wish for the peace to reflect the honor and sacrifices made by all forces in this conflict.
Should the war continue we fear a devastating humanitarian crisis will erupt across the island. Pamu lacks the strong defenses found in Kings Port, and our fleet is capable of blockading the city while our forces siege it from the land. Further conflict will subject Pamu to a horrific bombardment, and without the fortifications of Kings Port the people will suffer needlessly. Those who survive the bombardment, in a city already burdened by the influx of soldiers and civilians from Kings Port, shall quickly be subject to horrific starvation and disease. Westface, also burdened with an influx of refugees, is dependent on Corrington for foodstuff, but it is clear from their recent actions Corrington is more concerned with imperial aggression than aiding your people. Furthermore, it is no secret that Corrington is openly aiding L’Olius, not the forces of Miro Oldis. Their continued support for this admiral, a man who has already demonstrated unchecked political ambition, could result in another civil war as L’Olius attempts to take control over the island.
Recognizing these facts, we hope you shall move quickly to accept our offer to join us in Kings Port to discuss a peaceful resolution to this conflict.
On behalf of the Most Sacred Crown of Oleon,
Brigadier des Armées Charles Louis Gabriel
Commander of His Most Sacred Majesty's forces in Terraversa
Archduke Oldis sat at the table and read the letter from Oleon’s representative. It was an absurd proposal, he thought, but after consulting with his advisors both foreign and domestic, the consensus was that it required a response. So, in his own hand, he wrote:
To Robert Perrault II, Duke of Vitoria, and those whom he represents in this conflict, including King Philip I of Oleon,
I concur that full-scale war is something we want to avoid. I personally led Terraversan troops in battle against Mardierian forces in the war that won our independence, so I’ve seen the horrors of war, but also know what the blood spilled means to those who still live.
I’m glad to hear that Brigadier des Armées Gabriel has come to understand that your invasion is futile and that we must end this at the negotiating table.
And I am in agreement with you that I would like to see your nephew and his colleagues safely back in Oleander territory.
Therefore, I propose the following solution:
1) An immediate ceasefire between all warring nations on the island of Terraversa. Furthermore, Oleon will not send any more troops to the island.
2) The distribution of territory in Terraversa shall revert to the status quo prior to your invasion. All settlements will revert to Terraversan control under my authority as Archduke.
3) Safe transport shall be assured for all Oleander troops and those sympathetic with their cause to Oleon territories beyond the borders of the island of Terraversa.
4) Once all has been restored to antebellum conditions, I shall authorize the town of Nola Mar to negotiate trade agreements in the same manner as Westface, as is my purview as Archduke of the sovereign nation of Terraversa.
5) Beyond the borders of Terravesa, Oleon’s conflict with Corrington is of no concern to me, and Terraversa will remain neutral in such a conflict if all above items are agreed to.
I hope you truly want to resolve this conflict relatively quickly and without bloodshed, as you say, because I cannot stand by and see the independence so many Terraversans fought and died for merely negotiated away to an ally of our previous oppressors. Know that, if this war continues, Oleon will know the furiousity with which Terraversans will defend their freedom.
Sincerely,
Miro Oldis, Archduke of Terraversa