"Now is the most advantageous time to push for an Alliance!"
First, silence pervaded the room. Then, murmurs and dissatisfied grunts began swelling.
However, I wasn't done yet.
"Of all the Five Major Races, Humans are considered the least in terms of special qualities and natural strength…"
The others had natural affinities for particular fields, even as kids.
For the Human Race, it was only due to our constant evolution and our effort towards growth that we were able to stand on equal footing with the others.
"… It's only natural that they would be reluctant to team up with us."
The values and cultures of the other Races differed. For humans, who neither shared those values nor had any dealings with them, it was only natural that their offer would be rejected.
"That brings us back to the start. As I said, an Alliance is not feasible." The mighty and wise King said as he sighed.
A smile crept up my face.
'I remember having this same conversation with that guy, back then…'