Realizing this, the nobles stood abruptly, their eyes burning with resolve.
"Who would hesitate to join such a righteous cause?!"
"Indeed! Even if it costs us our lives, we will fight!"
"The traitors shall feel the goddess's wrath!"
"For the rightful lord of Drakenfels!"
"Goddess, protect the alliance!"
The room erupted with a mix of cheers and desperate cries, the nobles' faces filled with grim determination.
"Truly, you are loyal servants of the empire and Drakenfels!" Sylas exclaimed.
"For the empire and Drakenfels!"
"Long live His Excellency!"
"Victory to the count!"
As the nobles shouted themselves hoarse, Sylas allowed a faint smile to cross his lips.
"Nobles never act out of selfless goodwill. Now that they've taken my rewards, it's time for them to work like dogs for it."