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king was trying to allure his guest and friend again with
such luxury.
The king welcomed his guest and invited him to sit
on the couch.
“Milton, the news about the death of your leader
Addison has spread,” the king said. “There is no need for
fighting anymore. Now that your friend has become the
new leader, convince him to make peace and I shall give
you many times what I promised you of slaves and
money.”
The king knew how smart and cunning Milton was
and that Milton had Hammond, whether Hammond realized
it or not, like a ring around his finger.
“Thank you, My Lord. But will you give Hammond
a valuable gift that would bring you two closer?” Milton
said happily. “Unfortunately, there was bloodshed between
us, and we need something to calm him down. And you,
My Lord, are generous.”
Milton was cunning and he wanted to get
something, or things, from the king, if possible, in return
for everything he did for him. He also did not want
Hammond to think that he was trying to convince him to
make peace with the king only because the king kept giving
him gifts. But rather he wanted to convince Hammond that
the king was generous with all those who supported him,
and that an agreement between the Prouds and the king
would lead to bliss and happiness.
The king started thinking then said, “Knowing that
you would be a source of strong support for me if you join
my kingdom and will enhance my power significantly, I am
willing to give my only daughter Princess Florrie in