Juan de Balboa

[Myxti]

The Duke was impressed. Many men could not negotiate as well. And here, she was a woman, a matriarch, and killer negotiator. He was impressed, but glad that he would shortly be returning to Navarra where things were the way they should be. After a few moments he spoke.

"Lady Liza, I will agree to your terms. Sir Kenrich will be granted 50% of the land profit after the marriage is consumated. Should the couple wish to live in Navarra, they will get 100% of it. Should they stay it will be the 50%. It will increase to 75% if a male heir is born or 60% should the heir be a female. Should the heir change as a male child is later born to a bunch of female siblings, the profit will rise to 75% from 60%. Should either couple die, the land will go to their heir and the same conditions will apply until they are of age to renegotiate with me or my heir. And of course, if the heir moves to Navarre, the land is their's, no negotiation needed. Lastly, I need the promise that this contract only applied to children produced from this union. I would hope Sir Kenrich would not go outside of the marriage....but you know young lads today. If no children are produced, at Sir Kenrich's death, the land returns to the Balboa Estate. Juana can choose whether to stay or go back to Navarra and control the land in her own right. Otherwise, it goes to my heir. Should Juana die childess before Sir Kenrich and it has been after a year, he may do whatever with the land that he sees fit. Should she die prior to a year childless, it reverts back to my heir."

He sips from his glass.

"Lady Liza if this is acceptable we can shake on it now. I will have my financial advisor draw up the contract that will be sent to you for a final look through and to be signed. You should expect that within a month's time. The deed to the property will be sent after consumation. If we have an agreement a handshake will do."

He puts out his hand toward Liza.

[Myxti]

Kenrich had been sitting while his cousin and Myxti's father hammered out the details of the contract, he tried to follow along but this was above what he knew, he was just happy terms were worked out and He and Myxti were going to be together, he felt her hand on his and he looked at her giving her a gentle smile

[Myxti]

Myxti took one look into Kenrich's eyes and suddenly she heard nothing but her own breathing. Those speaking where non existent. She didn't care what the two of them agreed to, she just wanted him. She longed to be in his arms watching the clouds.

She came back to reality and suddenly wanted these negotiations to just end. She knew it was for her best interest, but she didn't care....she wanted her love.

[Myxti]

Before saying anything, Liza takes another sip of her whiskey, considering his words. Secretly pleased that she hadn't had to mention her last, greatest concern, that Myxti would be forced back if something should ever, Jah forbid, happen to Ken, she was happy with the negotiations.

Setting her glass down Liza leans back and smiles. Yes, I am quite pleased with these terms. She leans forward and takes his hand.

[Myxti]

Don Juan shook her hand and smiled.

"My Lady, you drive quite the hard bargain. I will have the paper work sent to you no later than a month's time for your final approval. The deed will be sent after the marriage is consumated. Looking at those two, I am assuming that I could just send it with the contract. My lady, it was my pleasure to have met you, but I must be on my way. Thank you for the gift, it was a wonderful gesture. I shall enjoy drinking the rest of it."

He bowed to Liza and then looked to Myxti and Kenrich.

"My daughter, my only daughter. Remember you are a Balboa. No matter else you hear or may know, you are my daughter and I love you. Sir Kenrich, treat her right or I will be back in a not so good mood."

He then approached his daughter, whispered a few things in her ear, bowed to the group, and walked out the door. A servant came by and carried the gift away.

[Myxti]

Myxti sighed when her father was out of sight. She truly believed that she would have been drug back to Navarra against her will. She silently thanked Jah and then started to cry again. She hated to appear weak or helpless. She was always taught that this was a sign of weakness. The only time that she didn't mine seeming so small was when she almost died. What a terrible flood there was in Ludlow. She had no idea how she survived, but when she opened her eyes, Kenrich was there. And now, he was there as well. Liza was also here and negotiated on their behalf. She didn't ask for anything for herself. She really did care about her. The emotion was just so overwhelming...to be truly loved unconditionally and without the thought of ulterior motives.....the tears came faster and faster. Finally she spoke in the smallest whisper.

"Thank you."

[Myxti]

Kenrich had been sitting there while things had wrapped up seeing everyone was satisfied with the terms, Myxti's father had gotten up. Kenrich gave a small bow.

"Do not worry sir you have my word that she will be treated like a princess and be well taken care of" he said before returning to his seat, looking over he saw Myxti very upset and crying he placed his hand on hers to let her know he was here. Looking over at his cousin, he was so greatful that she came, she made it possible for Myxti and him to stay together.

[Myxti]

Myxti spoke through sobs.

"I will be so honoured to be called a Stewart one day. Liza, I don't know if I could ever pay you back for the true gift that you have given me....my freedom. But I will forever be grateful and loyal."

She wiped away her tears and calmed down as much as she could.

"Looks like we got a wedding to plan, m'love. But not tonight. I am quite tired. I think that I should be headed back home." She sighs. "I don't think Sophia will be staying here much longer. I need to be with her. Will you take me home Kenrich?"

[Myxti]

Liza rises and moves to Myxti, wrapping her arms around the sobbing girl.

Myxti, there is nothing to pay back. You're a Stewart now, you're family, and we care for our own. She looks at Ken over Myxti's head and smiles. All I want is for you two to be happy.

Liza straightens up and puts her hand on Ken's shoulder as she passes him. I know you two have a lot to discuss, you have a wedding to plan, she says smiling. I'll leave you alone now. Let me know if there's anything I can help with. She chuckles. There's nothing I love more than a wedding. Any chance to dance.

With a smile, Liza leaves them and calls her driver to help her into the carriage.

[Myxti]

Myxti smiled and nodded as Liza talked. When she left, Myxti put a tired hand on Kenrich's hand?

"Can we go home now, Love? I mean, can you take me home? Wow...we really have much to plan."

She yawned.

OOC: Feel free to g-mod me. Not that I'd really need to give you permission.

[Myxti]

Kenrich said goodbye to his cousin thanking her again for coming and helping, after that Myxti mentioned she was tired and was wanting to know if he would walk her hope he turned to her and smiled walking over to her

"Yes my love that we do, lets get you home" he said with a smile. With that they headed to the door and out. He escorted her home, a very happy man in love.

The End...

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