The rule that no vassal family would buy the land of each other. Damien had followed this old rule strictly to avoid arguments among the vassal families. But troubles came unannounced, so there was an exception to the rule.
If a vassal family faced financial trouble, they could ask for help from the other vassal families. Help one, help all of them and live as one. That was the goal. So, a leeway was left. If a vassal family allows himself, the other vassal family could buy the land to give financial support. Later when the troubled family was faring better, they could claim their land again.
At that time, Christy's husband had signed the papers to ask for wealth. He was sure he would be able to earn more with that wealth. But now… the papers were with Downshire.
