“One, certain places have completely become off limits,” I said, my voice steady and low. Their eyes went to the papers in front of them, flipping through the pages while I kept talking. “Secondly, if one family believes another has broken the rules, there will be no retaliation for seven days. Instead, they can request a summit. Thirdly, the city’s docks, airport cargo terminal, and major highways have now become protected trade routes. No hijacking, no ambushes, no sabotage.”I paused, letting the weight of each clause settle over them before I continued. “Fourthly, if one family’s actions bring excessive police or government attention to the city, that family bears the financial consequences like covering legal expenses, paying for damages to businesses, and compensating the allied organizations whose operations were disrupted. And lastly, and the most important, respect for each other’s territories. Any objections?”I asked, pausing again as I watched their faces for any form of r
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