"Brother."
Karium Maselli spoke up for the first time and walked closer to the King.
"Commander Nicklaus has a point. Please believe in him," he pleaded. "I've fought many wars with him and each time, he proves his loyalty towards Welahan. He said it himself. That even if the blood of King Alonso flows in his veins, that doesn't mean he is the son of the Yevalon King.
"Commander Nicklaus grew up here in Welahan and even if he is not an Elan by blood, he is an Elan by heart. Please give him a chance."
"Karium, this matter is not simple," King Edric said. His calm voice still hinted at how troubled he felt.
"I will vouch for him," Karium Maselli insisted, making Nicklaus Elan turn to him with a surprised face. "In this upcoming war with Yevalon, Commander Nicklaus and I will lead the army together like always. If I'm wrong, I will take responsibility for it. So, please... give him another chance."
