After the banquet, in a brief moment before the ball began, Rahman and a group of tribal leaders signaled servants to move boxes of gifts into the Crown Prince's reception room.
Joseph looked at the room filled with dazzling treasures and smiled at Rahman, "Thank you very much for your thoughtful gifts, Count Busada."
Indeed, just this afternoon, Louis XVI was extremely pleased by Rahman's smooth talking, and after consulting his son's opinion, he bestowed a noble title upon him.
Rahman had contributed significantly to the integration of Algiers, and he deserved a reward. This also served as an example for other Berber Nobles—serve the King well, and the benefits will certainly follow.
Rahman bowed respectfully, "For you to accept these humble offerings is our greatest honor, Your Royal Highness."
He paused and continued, "In fact, I have another special gift for you."
"Oh? And what might that be?"
