The Strongest Village

Althea was learning a lot, and Jonathan was learning even more. Despite growing so old and meeting so many other Lords, this was the first time he had such a fruitful discussion with another Lord.

Most Lords were arrogant and overtly confident—especially Lords of Towns. 

The Lords of Towns usually inherited their positions too, which was ironic. This was why many Town Lords often lacked the strength and discipline of their predecessors because things were just handed over to them. 

"I know a good example. In a town Southwest, there was an arrogant Lord who had everything handed to him. The previous Lord had always kept the token in the Token Guard so when he died of mysterious circumstances, the territory remained standing. His son, who knew where it was located, immediately became the Lord." 

"He was so arrogant with the forces, believing them to be his servants. He would send them to missions for low rates, and even arbitrarily change up some taxes.