Baron Fabolais was satisfied with Charles Meklen's attitude and decided not to give him a hard time anymore. He declared from atop the city walls, "Mister Charles Meklen, you have fought for the Empire and made significant contributions. You are hereby promoted to a secondary civil servant of 32nd Rank. His Majesty the Emperor has specially permitted you to establish a private knighthood of no more than five people, with the registration period lasting until the moment of your demise."
Charles smiled faintly, performed an imperial salute, and took the document that Baron Fabolais handed him. He was not very concerned about his promotion, as long as no one interfered, it was a matter of course. However, he was quite surprised and pleased to be allowed to establish a private knighthood restricted to five people.
