Resarite stood erect, like a soldier at attention.
Howard eventually agreed to his proposal, reclaiming Louva Village and Browndale Village from Resarite and granting him the barony of Gokasu.
However, Howard had a final command for Resarite: "I'm giving you three months to get rid of Mibo. I want him stripped of even his knightly title."
Resarite hesitated, "Isn't that a bit too harsh?"
Howard replied, "Mibo is treacherous and has lost all credibility with me."
Defiantly, Resarite countered, "Since you've granted me the baronial title, Mibo is no longer your direct vassal, but mine. How I treat my vassal is not for you to dictate."
With these words, Resarite abruptly left the lord's hall, leaving Howard's vassals speechless and exchanging surprised glances.
Anna, with her mouth agape in a mocking gesture, remarked, "What a wise way to bestow a reward. No sooner is the title given than he dares to defy you."
