It couldn't be helped.
Even knowing that challenging Lord Evrard's decision would draw every eye at the table, Ruvian still had to speak before matters worsened.
"Firstly, my Lord, I would respectfully suggest that we refrain from requesting aid from the Royal Army. The capital is far too distant for reinforcements to reach Frostgrave before nightfall, and sending an urgent appeal now may only waste valuable time and manpower that could be better spent contacting forces closer to the northern frontier." (+500PP)
He kept his reasoning measured, though even he knew the argument was hardly airtight. Once he said that, Captain Zarrick had already narrowed his eyes at him with visible skepticism.
"And what exactly are you suggesting, boy? That we simply ignore the largest military force in the kingdom because the journey is inconvenient?"
Hearing the man's derisive tone, Ruvian did not back away. Instead, he turned toward him and met his gaze with complete composure.
