Chapter 509: The Treaty of Bengaluru: Bharat-Spanish Trade Deal 6

13th January 1658

"Your Excellency Jaishankar, 15% is not fair. You have given a discount of 30% to the Venetians and the Russians. Why the partiality when it comes to us, the Spanish, your closest friends?" Pedro asked with a hurt expression as if he were heartbroken.

However, Jaishankar did not fall for the trick. "I am sorry, Your Excellency Pedro, but our deal with the Venetians and the Russians is strategic in nature, and we have peace agreements and treaties with both nations, so some exclusivity is expected. You cannot demand that we do the same for you. If we did, how would the Venetians and the Russians feel?"

Jaishankar finally let out a sigh, as if he was losing a lot. "Alright, we will make concessions. The discount will be increased to 20%, and the time will extend from three years to five years. This is the best we can do."