Contrary to the bishops worries, such a big problem did not occur. The other families of the city also did not expect the bishop to act so recklessly.
Has Bishop Biagione gone mad? Doing such a thing in this situation?
No, it must be that hes cornered. Hes really filled with venom.
Just to not lose the bishops position, huh? Really.
What are you talking about. . . my knights have been captured! Not only that, knights of the Orlon family have been captured too! We must go to the bishop right away and protest strongly!
Even if we go and protest, will he listen? He has nothing to lose.
Shaking in fear of losing the bishops position might be one thing, but having caused such trouble, it was as if he had declared, .
Such a person would not release the prisoners and ask for reconciliation.
Honestly, it was surprising. That greedy character was prepared to give up the bishops position.
Lets accuse him! In the na of the Council!
If it goes to trial, it will just beco more troubleso.
Families belonging to the council coveted Bishop Biagiones position, but that was only due to the situation.
Biagiones accumulated misdeeds had beco so severe that even the religious order could not ignore them. This was separate from the citys trial.
The bishop had his own family and gold to spread as bribes. There was no guarantee of winning even if it went to trial.
So, should we just leave it alone?
Council noble, Gareld, asked incredulously. Gareld, a noble from the Empire, had several knights under his influence through his connections. They had been captured one after another.
Anyway, hearing from the religious order, it seems the bishop will lose his position. Why bother him when he will lose his bishop position and step down on his own? What if we initiate a trial and lose?
Thinking of losing is why it doesnt work!
Lets just leave it be. The ransom isnt that high anyway.
The lukewarm response of the other council mbers infuriated Gareld.
When it was ti to say, , they were so cohesive, but now they acted selfishly.
If I dont have my knights, wouldnt you also be in trouble? Your weak rcenaries. . .
Hah, watch your words. Sir Gareld.
This is why those from the Empire. . .
There was a fundantal difference between those from the Empire and those from the Catalian Peninsula.
Gareld, from the Empire, naturally thought Empire knights and warriors were the best, and his arrogant pride irritated others.
No matter how much Gareld fud, if the others did not move, it was pointless. In the end, the eting concluded with no significant outco, deciding to .
Look, Bishop. The faithful are always protected by God.
Johan found amusent in teasing the bishop. He delighted in the scowling face of Biagione every ti he spoke piously.
Dont speak of things you know nothing about, brother.
How about attacking the lands of those who insulted the bishop? They are too ashad to co forward themselves.
Please, calm down! Please!
The bishop, alard, tried to stop Johan.
!
In the Empire, it was common to gather family soldiers and attack when feeling dishonored. It was an age-old custom, and no one interfered in noble conflicts.
!
However, behaving this way in the republic would be seen as barbaric. This was not the Empire. It was headache-inducing, but. . .
?
Surprisingly, there was no movent from the enemies. For the bishop, it was an unexpected situation.
. . .
In the republic, cultured conflicts unfolded like this:
First, accusations would arise, then the enemys hired citizens would spread rumors. Of course, at this point, they had to counter with their own rumors.
If things got worse, it would lead to sword fights, attacks, or even assassinations. . .
But now, the opponent was just staying still.
?
Biagione couldnt understand. Could they possibly be scared?
. . .?
Biagione looked at Johan. Though he had recently achieved a great feat. . .
?
Bishop, it seems you have a visitor.
?
A procession was approaching from afar. Recognizing the flag, the bishop quickly identified it as Gareld, one of the council mbers.
Lord Bishop! Surely there has been a misunderstanding?
Its no misunderstanding!
Johan kicked the table beside him. Gareld staggered back in fright. Johans gaze was like that of a wild beast. It made ones heart race and limbs tremble.
Your knights insulted the bishop! And you still claim to believe in God?
What are you. . .?
How dare you behave like this in front of Sir Gareld!
Garelds guard tried to calm Johan by reaching for his sword. However, Johan preferred a more straightforward approach.
Ack!
The guard was grabbed by the collar, pulled over, and then held by the head, automatically kneeling down. The guard couldnt move under Johans terrifying strength.
I may be a poor and humble knight, but I know whats right! Make a proper apology and reparation. Otherwise, I cannot release the prisoners.
Brother, please, calm down. . .
Seeing Johan destroy any chance of compromise, the bishop despaired. Gareld was astonished. Did this knight not know how corrupt Bishop Biagione was?
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