Laying down the gauntlet and declaring war on Earl Manor.
This was neither something that anyone dared to say nor something that anyone could say.
When Linden said this, everyone in the room fell silent, including Grover, who had always obeyed Linden's orders. He was not about to respond to Linden right away.
"Linden, although Earl Mark is a tyrant who has gone too far, he's still an earl, and his title is ennobled by the imperial power. By declaring war on the entire Earl Manor, you are provoking imperial powers, which may bring you more trouble."
Lisa was the first person to stand out. She felt that what Linden had just said was not entirely accurate, and since other family members were respectful of what Linden had done for the family, they said nothing. However, she felt compelled
