Unconsciously, everyone's attention was focused on Fang Zhen. They wondered what method this lord would use to resolve this unfair matter.
"My Lord, you make an excellent point. This is truly unfair to us vassals."
"If only Grand Duke Tarrenno were as reasonable as you, things would be so much better."
"What do you intend to do?"
Count Quentin naturally fell into the role of the perfect foil, voicing the questions and innermost thoughts of the local nobles present.
It wasn't that Quentin was doing so consciously. Fang Zhen was simply guiding him so masterfully that the Count slipped into the role with ease, steering the conversation in the direction Fang Zhen intended.
"Heh, it's quite simple," Fang Zhen said with a faint smile. "First, I must make one thing clear."
His expression suddenly turned grave as he said,
