Chapter 371 Loyalty
After the turmoil of Quirk, no one was willing to retain the power of their lord, and each and every one of them handed it over to the Government Council with great loyalty.
After a wave of rewards, Alda gained a viscount (Old Ford), three barons (Schroeder, Bryce, Austin), six deputy barons, and a lot of knights.
Almost all the people summoned to the hall of the Lord's Mansion received titles, and everyone had a share. Ah, except for one person, that is Ladi Setia, the acting head of the Department of Education, because there is no precedent for directly knighting women in this world. The titles of noble women are generally inherited from their deceased fathers or husbands. Come on, this is even if there is no other male heir.
However, Ladi herself is not very enthusiastic about the title. Perhaps because of her other identity, she is a little indifferent to the things that people in the world are flocking to.
Afterwards, Paul ordered Butler Philip to hold a banquet for this group of newly-minted gentlemen who had made a class jump to have a good time. There was a noisy celebration in the lord's mansion all day long, and it wasn't until evening that everyone left and dispersed.
Three days later, Butler Philip reported an unexpected news to Paul. A group of Emden nobles led by Sir Helson and Sir Sean - the same gang before the Kent family Vassal - I want to visit him together.
Paul asked: "What are they here for?"
Philip replied: "It seems to be related to the recent knighthood."
Oh? Could it be that he also wants to gain some benefits? That’s all, let’s meet first and then talk.
"Let them come, just this weekend."
"Yes, my lord."
......
"Congratulations, Lord Grayman!"
In the hall of the Lord's Mansion, under the leadership of Sir Helson and Sir Sean, the Emden nobles saluted Paul.
"Everyone, please take a seat!" Paul responded with a smile.
After everyone sat down, Herson said: "We have learned that Mr. Grayman has been restored to power by His Majesty the King, so we come together to congratulate you."
" Oh? It’s only been a few days since this happened.
Sir Brightshawn, the Lord of Biddle Castle, said this to Paul with what he thought was the most perfect smile on his face.
Paul smiled and said: "Haha, didn't you know this without notifying me?"
There was a feeling of embarrassment in the hall. It is known that this young earl is not good at interpersonal communication, and it is true.
The nobles communicated with their eyes. Sir Helson and Sir Sean took a step forward and suddenly knelt down on one knee. Then other nobles followed them and knelt down.
Paul, who was sitting in the lord's seat, was a little confused: "What are you doing?"
Sir Helson raised his head and said: "Please Lord Grayman accept our offer. Loyal!”
ha? What does this mean?
Sir Sean said: "Emden is now under the jurisdiction of Lord Greyman, and we, the lords of Emden, are also under your control. Now you have been restored to your original status by His Majesty the King. All the power of the sword-bearing noble should be our master."
Haha, it turns out that you are here to hug me.
After coming to another world for two years, I finally enjoyed the treatment of a king who was so full of energy that his younger brother bowed down to him.
Paul felt a little complacent. He rolled his eyes, stood up, and stretched out his hands.
"Okay, okay, okay! I accept your loyalty, everyone, get up. From now on, you are the official vassals of my Graiman family."
No matter what their sincerity is, they will have a big vote. Brother, why not do it? Everyone was a little surprised, so simple?
According to tradition, a solemn ceremony is not allowed. Several surrounding earl-level lords are invited to witness, and then everyone
swears to the Lord of Light to dedicate everything to the new lord. This kind of process is reasonable.
Although I was very happy to know Count Grayman, it was too childish and unseemly to agree so casually.
To put it harshly, it feels like a hot face against a cold butt.
Looking at the confused people, Paul cleared his throat and said: "I can roughly guess what you are thinking, but I have never liked complicated things. As long as your loyalty is sincere, and Why care about those false gifts? I will send people to inform the surroundings that you are already under my protection."
"Of course we are sincere!"
"Don't worry, sir. Absolutely available! ”
"Next time there is a war, please be sure to send me as the vanguard!"
"No matter in sickness or in health, we will always follow you until death!"
......
There was a commotion in the hall, and the lords swore and swore one after another. They all looked extremely excited.
"Okay, okay! I can see it, everyone is sincere! Haha."
Paul also responded happily to the lords.
Of course, he didn't think so in his heart. Till death? Maltz Kent has only been out for half a year, right?
The family of Maltz Kent has had an interest relationship with these vassals for decades or even more than a century, relying on various means such as marriage to maintain their relationship, but Paul can only give them an empty promise of asylum.
If there is a real war, at most it will be as high as "firing two shots into the air will be worthy of the emperor's salary."
It would be nice to expect them to lead the troops in battle without showing off or stabbing people in the back.
However, if you don't hit the smiling person, you have to respond to them.
"Philip!"
"Yes, Lord Grayman." The old butler responded.
“Today we will hold another banquet for the lords of Emden. You must drink to your heart’s content and don’t be restrained!”
Everyone responded in unison: “Thank you. Lord Greyman"
Paul also ordered Philip to bring Old Ford, Schroeder, Bryce and others to accompany him.
This vassal relationship is settled like this.
However, the lords of Emden still felt a faint sense of loss in their hearts. They could see that although Count Grayman was very happy with their submission, he did not take it too seriously. It was just that " It’s good to have it, but it’s not a big deal if you don’t have it.”
Yes, they have a strong army under their command. Many people have seen the power of this army during the Assault War. The levies hastily gathered by the various lords can be said to be vulnerable to Arda's army. Both discipline and morale, as well as weapons and equipment, have been crushed, and they can only rely on their numerical advantage to slowly deal with it.
Fortunately, Paul admitted to giving them shelter. Originally, he only restrained them through the Government Council. Now that they are in trouble, Paul has to help.
How can one respond to this patronage? Only when both sides benefit from it can the relationship be maintained for a long time. If it can't help militarily, we have to think of ways in other areas.
Concerning the rumors of various things that happened when Paul was conferring new vassals, everyone suddenly felt complicated.
(End of this chapter)