“Be quiet.”

The chaos subsided in an instant when a low, heavy voice laced with a hint of fear resonated. However, the gazes of those staring at Eugene were still filled with dissatisfaction and aggravation.

“There seems to have been quite a few misunderstandings. Let’s go back to the castle. I will explain when we arrive,” Eugene said.

“However, Your Excellency…”

“Eland is…”

Bonmer and Pranbow started to retort, but Eugene’s eyes instantly turned toward them.

“You two sure talk a lot for prisoners,” Eugene said.

“…!”

The two flinched, and Eugene glared at them while growling. “Don’t overstep your boundaries while I’m treating you with honor. My honor is just as valuable as yours.”

“Yes, yes...”

“I understand…”

The two representatives nodded before closing their mouths, which caused their subordinates to follow suit. They had forgotten that they were prisoners because of the great treatment they had been receiving. Duke Batla was a wise, articulate noble, but he was also someone who preferred to cross blades instead of conversing.

“Let’s go.”

Eugene declared after calming the chaos.

***

The castle’s atmosphere was quite solemn, perhaps due to the situation with the Brodia family and Reyma Fransil. Eugene received a short welcome from the nobles and the elders, then summoned the two representatives responsible for the earlier...