Post by Angelia Sandoval on Oct 13, 2014 13:55:18 GMT -5
An informal meeting had taken place between the Deliambres and the Montefiores the day before, but by agreement, the negotiations to be conducted under a Sandoval mediator were set for the next morning. All of those involved were invited to attend regardless of name or status within their respective families; what would be discussed undoubtedly concerned each of them.
The arrangements for the negotiations, delicate as they were likely to prove, were left in the hands of the Sandovals; in this case, though the negotiations would be mediated by Rafael and Dante, the two sisters tended to the more mundane details of seating arrangements, food and drink and other comforts to help ease each delegation through what would undoubtedly be a difficult time. Generations of feuding would not be easily resolved; centuries of conflicts burning bright thanks to the fuel of pride would not be quenched without help.
Agreeing that neither side should take precedence over the other, a large round table was placed in the center of Anzio's town hall, ringed with chairs. The Dukes and two advisors each would be invited to take their places at the tables separated on each side by a Sandoval, yet the comforts of the varied family members was not overlooked. Padded benches flanked the walls to allow for those who accompanied the Dukes, and for the Sandoval ladies' comfort as well. Both would be present in turn to serve as silent observers and if called upon, advise their brothers.
Flags and banners of both houses' colors were draped to soften the walls, one wall lined with a table laden with fruits, nuts, breads, cold meats and cheeses, pastries and drinks to be served as needed. Little was being left to chance, including plenty of candles to banish the shadows. Angelia stood with her siblings, waiting to greet the respective delegations and begin the negotiations that could finally end the long-standing feud between the southeastern lords and cousins.
Dante Sandoval / Rafael Sandoval / Maricela Sandoval / @sebastiansandoval
Niccolo Montefiore / Elena Sandoval / @elisabetamontefiore / Caterina Montefiore / Joanna Montefiore
Antonin Deliambre / Catalina Sandoval / @lucianadeliambre / Cesare Deliambre