Knights of Tezoth

— So be it, I will visit them after the merchant. In that case, my lord Carvalett, the western and southern borders are yours, as well as diplomacy in my absence. A man of your mindset and energy will, in this field, figure out things a thousand times more profitable than I could ever comprehend. Through our joint efforts, we must earn Florentzan's trust and uncover the motives of the current Sordgard.

- As the night is submissive to the morning, so will the hopeless bard obey the words of Moonshadow.

— My lord Ober, the safety of our academies and the northern horizon are upon you. Your knowledge of every settlement, quarter, and alley will help expose and anticipate the potential threat of espionage and sabotage. It is important for me to avoid panic and secure the support of all residents of the region, regardless of their station. Such things will make no difference to our enemies.

- Ooh! - Ober pounded his fists Alcira against each other. - I'd gladly dish out leaden cuffs to those scoundrels, so they'd know not to mess with us if their life is dear.

— My lady Marina, your assistance in the center and the north will also be invaluable. Common folk are more inclined to morale when they can see the confidence of their rulers in supporting the common cause. Besides that, I want to ask you to look after Her Benevolence. By the gods, we are lacking her inspiring wisdom right now... I will also assign my personal men to her guard.

My lady responded with a modest, understanding nod.

— My lady Zephyra, I entrust you with the formation of defensive squads and the distribution of the resources our weapon factories can produce. I do not know how short the path of neutrality will be, but dragging Olivus into the canvas of an upcoming battle without preparation is an option devoid of any sense.

- I would not want to drag ordinary people into all that is happening, but the recent incident clearly demonstrates the inevitability of the conflict... However, I have doubts regarding the morale.

Scanning the non-round table, Alcira nods approvingly:

— Does anyone have any other additions? I... I believe this hidden thought has visited every valiant knight present here... I too yearn most fervently to punish the agents of chaos. However, without direct evidence and tangible military support, the crimes of our enemies must for now remain unpunished. But karma, if it exists, has long since marked their entire vile kingdom of filth with a black mark. Let us not tarnish the trust of our Magnanimous Lady.

- The thirst for righteous vengeance must be set aside. - Carvalett replied. - We lack the tools for swift retribution, and we would only expose ourselves to new danger by neglecting the internal for the external.
- I don't like this. - Ober snorted. - If they wiped their feet on us once, they'll do it a second time too.

do the neighbors already know what happened here?

Who knows...