Stage requirements:

Completed the quest "Shameless Thieves"

Dialogs:

NPC:/contend Now that he's without his army, it's time to bring the sword to Asaji and see if he can be persuaded to step down.

NPC:/talk Don't be afraid. He does have a violent reputation, but... it's rare that anyone stands up to him, these days.

NPC:/agree His overconfidence might give you just the edge you need.

Actions:

Stage summary:

Finish negotiating with Asaji in Veroe.

Dialogs:

NPC:/agree ...General Rujin's Bronze Sword? If this is legitimate, it's the discovery of the century!

NPC:/foldedarms But why did you think this would possibly convince me to step down? You must have realized I could always take this sword by force. Guards!

NPC:/surprise Guards! Where are my guards?! I... I see. This explains your sudden bravery.

NPC:/worry Well this is certainly a difficult position, isn't it?

NPC:/point Leave me. I have much to think about.

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