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Verdict of the Surprise Attack
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A week had passed since the Baron’s death. The Warden Household was unable to return because their original territory was still occupied by Marquis Ivan, and instead, they were spending their time at their residence in the royal capital. Discussions regarding the disposition of the House of Baron Warden and the House of Marquis Ivan were likely taking place in the royal palace.
As matters seemed to have settled to some extent, Arc was summoned to an investiture ceremony in the grand hall of the royal palace. Since nobility was hereditary, Arc, the next head of the House of Baron Warden, was to be granted the title of Baron.
In addition to the ministers and clergies who approached Arc, King Zerold I also participated this time. Arc knelt before the king who was sitting on the throne in the grand hall.
“I recognize Arc Warden as the next head of the House of Baron Warden and bestow upon him the title of Baron.” (Zerold)
Arc performed the ritual as he had practiced, and the investiture ceremony ended without a hitch in a short time. The King then continued. The conversation shifted to the incident with the Marquis’s family. The nobles in attendance were more interested in this than in the investiture ceremony. Everyone listened intently, waiting for the next words from the unusually quiet king.
“Arc, I have received reports about the recent incident. I am sorry for the loss of your father. My heart aches as well.” (Zerold)
Because the king showed sympathy towards Arc, there was hope that the judgment might be in their favor. The king signaled to the minister, who, holding documents, announced the decision.
“We will now announce the disposition regarding the clash between the House of Marquis Ivan and the House of Baron Warden. The House of Marquis Ivan will pay 500 gold coins as compensation to the House of Baron Warden. The House of Baron Warden will be given new land in the northwestern Mikanda region and will become its lord. That is all.” (Zerold)
“What? That’s it?” (??)
One of the attending nobles inadvertently spoke out and quickly closed his mouth. Moments later, murmurs arose from the other nobles. Arc’s anger had passed, and he was now disappointed. The matter was resolved with money.
The house of marquis was neither stripped of their rank nor demoted, and the occupied Warden territory remained under their control. The Warden side was essentially told to give up their land in exchange for new land. The previous warnings were completely ignored, resulting in a lenient verdict for the house of marquis. However, once a decision is made, it must be obeyed. To rebel here would be to rebel against the king.
“I humbly accept.” (Arc)
Arc tried to hold back the tears that were threatening to come from his anger and frustration, and answered in a calm voice as he tried not to get emotional.
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