It can be the only explanation, really.
852 AD, Summer
1
Your infant son Halgan dies of a fever.
852 AD, Midsummer
Governor of Augas brings bad news via letter.
Prince Oshfak, one of the Parsian lords fighting over the throne, is demanding that Luathbas, long-time amicable neighbour, lends supples, soldiers or both to help him take over the throne. Refusal to do so will mean grave consequences to Luathbas if he ascends the throne.
A) Send Prince Oshfak some supplies and money.
B) "If" means we ain't in real danger, so we will be rejecting his demands.
C) Send Prince Oshfak some soldiers.
D) Provide Prince Oshfak with supplies, money AND soldiers!
//EDIT:
dynasty tree bonus!