Book 1: Chapter 4
The fortress was filled with discussions about the impending duel.
As expected, most people felt that it was impossible for Altina to beat Jerome... So why did the princess make the challenge?
Did she think the Margrave would hold back if his opponent was royalty?
The soldiers shared the rumors they heard.
"Will it be like a festival performance with the Margrave giving up after taking a few hits? Those who assault the royalties will be punished with the death penalty right?"
"You think it will be like that because you didn't see the scene at the parade square. I was almost pissing myself from fear when the general was angered."
"Hey, will the princess be okay?
"The Margrave said that he will take her in as his wife, so he probably won't kill her right?"