I honestly don't understand what other outcome you expected from such actions. We were lucky that Valdemar didn't drag the entire squad down with him, and no one was smart enough to attack the Knights. Otherwise, it would have been the fastest party wipe in the history of expeditions.
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— Enough, — the rider gestured with her hand, indicating that she had heard enough, — I am Braheya Air el Sufir, sister of Her Imperial Majesty Astrea Air el Sufir, Countess of Azure Cliff, and commander of the "Crimson Spear," the noble warriors of Airisufir. Sir Caldemar Varaf…
— Valdemar Karaf, — the rider standing next to her had to correct her commander again.
— Yes, — Braheya agreed and spoke to Valdemar again, — I can clearly see that you have a foul tongue and that you also lacked the courage to stand by your words, but observing how your companions stood up for you, risking both their honor and their own well-being, I cannot in good conscience condemn you to the ultimate punishment... However! Such disrespect towards a member of the imperial family, especially on his land, is unacceptable regardless of the circumstances, so whether you like it or not, you will have to spend some time in a prison cell. But don't worry, — for the first time during this entire incident, a smile appeared on the rider's face, — we are not like the Lisliarian barbarians, and no one will flay you alive.
— I should have said that right away. Fine, lead me to your dungeons.
Valdemar, disarming himself and handing over all his savings to Rogdan, turned to his companions.
— I thank you for your intervention, gentlemen. Your tact saved me from an unpleasant choice between preserving my life and preserving my noble dignity.
And, more quietly, to Raphael:
— Keep a close eye on Louise. — You watch over her.
e si ieu muoir, er mi grans deliuriers
-- I would have preferred it that way from the start. Alright, lead the way to your dungeons.
e si ieu muoir, er mi grans deliuriers
Tell Louise to listen to me and not do anything stupid while you’re gone, just in case. She’s not under a spell on me (or however that works?).
He turned to the rider.
“The situation is unpleasant, that’s true. Allow me to ask – where and for how long will our comrade be imprisoned? Will there be an opportunity to visit him? Many civilized countries allow this.”
or how does it actually work?
e si ieu muoir, er mi grans deliuriers
This assumption is based on how Louise behaved./
For example, if Viola tries to strike down Rogdan right now, the curse won't affect her.
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well, in general, I don't know, I think a perfectly normal situation turned out here, no complaints
—I am most grateful, Your Highness. —Although he didn't manage to achieve the result, Rogdan was glad that he managed to defuse the situation without resorting to weapons. He had read many times how heroes were ready to sacrifice their honor and dignity for the sake of their comrades. What are a few kind words compared to the likely three dozen deaths? And wouldn't he want to start his career with such a "feat"?
The Baron accepted the Lisliar's belongings, promising to keep them safe.
—We were lucky. —Zerek, who had been trying not to reveal his presence until now, quietly turned to Ilensiya.
—And you were already thinking of running away? —she smirked.
—Tactical retreat, haven't you heard?
—Come on, in the worst case, he could have shown her highness one of his card tricks, everything would have definitely worked out)
—Your humor is as one-sided as your eyes.
Meanwhile, Darbon sighed with relief and wiped the sweat that had gathered on his forehead with his sleeve. He had regretted helping Rogdan all those years ago a thousand and one times. Where had the poor old man ended up...
I'll get something done and let you know.
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/By the way, how exactly does the slave's obedience work? Are there any loopholes against direct orders? Are there any special conditions for transferring control?/
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- The situation is unpleasant, that is true. Allow me at least to inquire - where and for how long will our comrade be imprisoned? Will there be an opportunity to visit him? Many civilized countries allow this.
— With that, our meeting comes to an end, esteemed guests, — the commander of the "Crimson Spear" turned her horse in the opposite direction from the travelers, — I wish you a pleasant time in the capital, farewell!
With these words, Braheya Air el Sufir and her subordinates galloped away with Valdemar.
When the riders disappeared from the travelers' sight, a new stranger appeared before them - a girl of about fifteen or sixteen.
— Which of you is Nichan? Is it you? — She pointed her index finger in the air towards Mirastir. — Probably not, I was told to look for the fattest one. Oh-oh, lady, — this time she ran up to Louise. — Maybe they were talking about your big… well, you know