"General, how can you do this?!"
Duke Esterhazy Miklosh was the first to react, immediately followed by Count Secheni Istvan who stood up and said:
"For centuries we have kept the ancient covenant, not once opposing the demands of Charlemagne. The people here have starved, offering up their husbands, brothers, and sons in support of the crusades, and now you want to use the army to occupy this land. Do you think this is the reward we deserve?!"
After the resounding rebuke, a terrifying roar erupted from the crowd, nobles, Clerics, and even soldiers, each one red-faced with rage, waving their fists and shouting loudly.
General Hainau was expressionless. He had anticipated this situation from the beginning. Raising his magic wand, his extremely cold voice traveled with the amplification spell throughout Buda City, crossing the great river and spreading to Pest City on the other side.
"Silence! Gentlemen. The ancient covenant remains valid."
