Although a duke was a king's vassal, any vassal, regardless of their station, could refuse one of their lord's commands.
Especially when the vassal was particularly powerful.
For example, Ossen Count of Wushan Territory, and Duke Ference, who was currently in the great hall, both belonged to that prickly sort.
After a long argument, Bruno pinched the bridge of his nose.
He looked at Jesus, who had yet to speak, and asked in surprise, "What's this, my dear brother? You're exceptionally quiet today."
"I was merely pondering Your Majesty's proposal."
Jesus wasn't thinking about attacking Tricia, but rather about how to throw the Oduin Kingdom into chaos.
It wasn't that he wanted to help the Tricia Kingdom; he simply wanted to muddy the waters and fish in the ensuing chaos.
Jesus gave a slight smile. "Of course, I'm more inclined to agree with Ference's proposal. We mustn't be hasty about an attack."
Moonlight Valley had always sided with Ferrensburg.
