Chapter 103: The Arrival Of The Mansion’s Lady
Alex nodded with a humble demeanour.
"Yes, my lady. My father is Duke Benjamin Oberon Jarr of the Sanad Dukedom, situated east of Cassian. It is considerably smaller than the illustrious Grand Duchy of Gerhard," he explained, providing a glimpse into his noble lineage.
Anna’s surprise lingered as she processed the newfound knowledge. "This truly surprises me. I was aware of Sir Navin’s status as the son of a baron, but your noble heritage surpasses even his," she remarked.
"Within the Knighthood of Gerhard, nobility holds little significance. It is the strength and skill of a knight that truly matters. Performance and merit determine one’s rank. Take Sir Garin Skyler, for instance. Despite being a commoner, he holds the esteemed position of the third-in-command knight within the knighthood," Rafe explained, emphasising a different perspective.
Meredith eagerly chimed in, further supporting the healer’s point.
"That’s right! The previous second-in-command knight was Sir Noah Brooks, and he was once a mercenary. His skills were on par with Sir Eric Navin, the current second-ranked knight. However, due to a certain incident, he faced a demotion, which brought great shame to the knighthood."
Surprised by Meredith’s extensive knowledge, Alex couldn’t help but inquire, "How did you know such detailed information about us?"
With a gleeful expression, the noble lady confessed her deep admiration.
"I am an ardent fan of His Highness, the Grand Duke! In fact, I am the president of his fan club and have eagerly followed every piece of information available, but seeing you all up close in person like this is my first time!"
Her excitement was palpable as she shared her passion for the grand duke. Rafe and Alex’s expressions shifted dramatically upon hearing Meredith’s revelation, while Anna was surprised knowing that Noah, her first escort, was a mercenary.
The two men’s faces contorted with worry and concern as they realised the potential consequences if Anna’s true identity were to be exposed to the noble lady.