"There's no need to delve into these details. Given our current status, we are not in a position to handle this. After all, our words won't hold any weight, why waste our breath here!
Just secure the scene; His Excellency the Governor will arrive in Dardiel City soon. When the time comes, report directly to him and he will make a fair judgement."
Such a professional way to pass the buck almost choked Baron West to death. Once the Governor gives his decision, Hudson's matter will be closed, but his troubles are just beginning.
Not to mention the responsibility as a host to maintain order, just the identity of the leader of the northern aristocracy requires him to continue following up.
If there are no surprises, the next one to dispute with him won't be a small fish like Hudson, but a high-ranking official in the Governor's Mansion.
Rather than dispute with officials in the Governor's Mansion, it is better to settle the matter now, at least this way he can retain the initiative.