Valerio was sitting in the Conference Room, immersed in his thoughts, starting uncomfortably at the King of Fornoire. He had been talking in another language with his Foreign Minister, but Valerio could not discern what they had been discussing. He was slightly annoyed at the rudeness of ignoring a fellow foreign official, but he tried to be understanding, thinking that maybe what the King was doing was not at all inappropriate in Fornoire. He was about to address the King when the door opened, revealing a man that Valerio instantly recognised as Aaron Pulkim, the idealistic new President of Seloana. They had yet to meet, but Valerio was sure he had sent a congratulatory message upon his election. Pulkin spoke:
"Gentlemen, I do apologize for my poor timing. I am Aaron Pulkim, President of the New Republic of Seloana. It is my honor to stand before such impressive figures as yourselves."
Valerio stood, approaching him and extending his hand, ready to shake it. "It is my pleasure, Mr President. May I introduce myself; I am Marco Valerio, First Councillor of the Principality of Sartoria. It is a pleasure to finally meet you, and please convey my very best to the good people of Seloana."