His daughter ?

Thaddeus exhaled sharply. He had already accepted this madness, so he might as well fully commit before this reckless fool found a way to derail things even further.

Without waiting for Lucavion to open his mouth again, he launched into a full explanation.

"Now listen carefully, because I will not repeat myself," he began, his golden eyes sharp and unwavering. "First, you will formally meet my retainers. These are the commanders of my forces, the nobles who stand with the Duchy, and the key figures who hold influence within my faction."

Lucavion opened his mouth—

Thaddeus glared, shutting him up before he could even speak.