Seon-Hyeok had already heard from the commander that he would be receiving a medal and given some authority for his accomplishments. As a result, he had remained calm while speaking with Frederick.

This attitude did not last long, however, as the royal family had unexpectedly decided to confer him a much higher title.

“You have been given the title of viscount.”

Unlike knights, whose titles were impressive in name but had no practical benefits, his new title of viscount truly cemented his position as a member of the nobility.

Viscounts often lacked their own territory and functioned as supportive figures next to higher-ranking nobles, but in some cases, they could exert influence greater than that of an average lord.

Once assigned, his title could not be taken away, and his name would be known alongside the other nobles within the Adenburg Kingdom.

“Your exact position hasn’t been determined yet, but it’s likely that you’ll be given responsibilities at the capital like the other higher-tier foreigners.”

At this point, it could be said that Seon-Hyeok’s original plans of cutting ties with the royal family had...