"I think it is to all of our benefit to have a full understanding of this undertaking before proceeding," the Count says, levelly. It seems to be mostly towards Ignatius and Nightshade. "I'm aware that there will be conflict between the Courts regarding the permanent acquisition of the Blue Rose, which I feel is better dealt with in advance, if at all possible."

As opposed to fighting each other over it at the last minute, like they did in Portland. The Count is a lot of things, but he isn't a fool.