The True Intention

Anna, recalling the past, began, "Was it when we captured Fernsouth Castle? No, that's not right. I remember back then we only had a bunch of villages on the outskirts, and the soldiers under our command were a mixed bunch of peasant troops…"

Suddenly, she clapped her hands, realization dawning, "I remember now! Lord Howard secured the title of Baron Fernsouth by forcefully usurping it, having actual control over more than 75% of Fernsouth's territory. The Fernsouth Castle was conquered later, but the title was obtained even before the war had started."

Bosiden nodded and said, "Then consider Resarite's current request for two pieces of land in the Duchy of Croatia, which are under Lord Howard's control. What would happen if Lord Howard agreed?"