The result was that the capital was thrown into an uproar by columns of cavalrymen pouring in from all over the duchy, whether they were unemployed locals or men chasing greater ambition. Rough cavalrymen flocking to the capital was no small matter, and we got fierce protests from the Judicial Department, which eventually led to duchy troops being deployed for crowd control.
I never imagined this many cavalrymen would gather.
It was proof of just how large my reputation had grown, but it doubled my headaches.
"My thanks to all of you for the zeal and dedication that brought you here to apply to this newly formed order."
It was a businesslike, formal greeting, but the more than 60 riders were focused on me with frightening intensity. Setting aside disposition, the sight was deeply gratifying. A man really does need to be at the top of his game.
