Whatever the "hidden agenda" of the maoists maybe, or whatever is being speculated about them after this interview, I think it is important to realize that this is a step taken forward, towards perhaps a peaceful resolution. The desire to pursue a constituent assembly and build a democratic republic has to have a pre-requisite for PEACE. Should the King come forward and negotiate, be willing to relinquish power and reconstruct the constitution, does that guarantee Peace for the coming future? What about the angry and still powerful feudal lords and other people in Nepal who are seeking to avenge deaths in their family caused by maoists? Is it safe to say or accurate to feel that no retaliation will occur once the maoists come out of their barbaric camouflage and to the political arena? At least one thing is for sure. The seeds for some sort of discussion or compromise have been thrown, how the King responds to this will go a long way in revealing his interests and intentions, which I must add are just as nebulous as the Maoists themselves.