Resarite chuckled sardonically, his laughter tinged with unmistakable irony, as he addressed Howard, "Ah, the classic betrayal – once the river is crossed, the bridge is torn down. You dismiss and forget so easily, don't you? Do you truly believe your king is that remarkable? Have you ever pondered how your King of the Oungria Kingdom came to power?"
Bosiden, bowing slightly, replied with a nuanced expression, "Master, we all are aware that this was a gift from Emperor Nora to Lord Howard during his reign. It wasn't a territory you personally conquered."
With a mocking smile, Resarite retorted, "Well then, let me ask you this: Why did Nora bestow the crown of the Oungria Kingdom upon Howard? What meritorious deeds did Howard perform to gain Nora's favor? Was it not because Howard had previously assisted Nora in ascending to the imperial throne, thereby earning significant accolades?"
Bosiden fell silent.
