Feeling that it was time to proceed, Howard addressed Resarite, "Don't take Anna's words to heart, Resarite. She's young and lacks a sober understanding of war. She comes from the wealthy Katerina family, so it's natural for someone of her youth not to fully grasp the brutality of war."
Resarite's response was slightly cold, "It's fine. If she comes from such a prominent family, let her be."
Howard felt a bit awkward, realizing that Resarite's previous assistance in helping Earl Vancouver defeat Duke William might have caused some resentment.
Partly, it was the nobles' refusal to follow orders – not Resarite's fault.
But it might also be due to Resarite's difficulty in maintaining cordial relations with others.
Seeing Resarite's mood not yet mellowed, Howard decided to change the subject, "The bustle at the castle gate seems to be growing louder, Resarite.
