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(Sure, I'm probably gonna be skipping a lot farther. Once the peace treaty is ironed out, I'll timeskip.

btw, I know you're in control of Winterhold, but unless their Jarl is a complete moron, he's not gonna split his forces to fight two battles at a numerical disadvantage. He's gonna raise as many troops as he can, then deal with the armies one at a time. His towns will get besieged, but once his armies are in the field, that won't affect his ability to fight. I mean, if you were playing CKII, and you got a DoW from two countries about your strength simultaneously, one in the north and one in the south, your plan will be to muster your forces ASAP, gather them into one big stack in the center of your country, then fight two battles against the enemy stacks which you might actually win, and allow some of your holdings to be besieged.)

23rd of Sun's Dawn

Cynric entered the longhouse and spoke with Skuldar. Skuldar favoured a direct annexation, but Cynric wanted a more subtle approach, one which would antagonize the locals less. After some heated argument, eventually they agreed to settle with a more diplomatic approach for now, then consult with the whole council.

"Lord Captain," Cynric said. "We appreciate your acceptance of Riften's right to control the region, and therefore you shall be allowed to continue governing the village of Heartwood.

"However, your resistance cannot go ignored. While you will retain government of Heartwood, the village will be under the suzerainty of Riften. Any spending you make must be approved by the Council, and any budget surplus shall go to the centreal treasury. We will also exercise the exclusive right to control the training and use of your army, and appoint officers on your behalf. Your advisors must also be approved by Riften, and a garrison of Riften soldiers will remain at Heartwood for your own protection."