"At that time, my uncle was still the Honorary Viscount of Gonghai City, a title within the Palace of Vacuity that was as important as the Duke of Star Lake was to the Renaissance Palace, distinguished and prominent."
In the midst of the cheering crowd, Jann sat in the stands, clapping while nodding in acknowledgment to a pleased vassal in the neighboring stands—the latter's sponsored warrior had just won.
"As important as the Duke of Star Lake?"
Thales also applauded the victorious contestant. He smiled as he spoke, appearing to the outsider as if he was making small talk with the Duke of the Southern Shore, "That special?"
Sherryl glanced at him, seemingly deeming him not humble enough.
