Chapter 64: Grand Master Lothar
Chapter 64: Grand Master Lothar
Lothar, alone, slowly walked towards the center of the great hall. The breastplate of his custom-made plate armor was emblazoned with the Star of David emblem. (Back then the Star of David did not symbolize Judaism. In fact The symbol has a long history of use in various cultures and religions, especially in magical context.)
In his left arm, he cradled a helmet adorned with black feathers, and a black cape bearing an eagle insignia was fastened at his shoulders. On the hilt of the arming sword at his waist, a large red gemstone was inlaid.
His attire was entirely different from when he had spoken with such fervor in this great hall for the first time.
Now, at a glance, he resembled the noble crown prince of a kingdom, exuding an air of valor and aristocratic bearing.
Facing the challenging, angry, disdainful, or puzzled gazes of the numerous nobles, Lothar’s face showed no trace of fear. He even leisurely surveyed his surroundings, nodding in acknowledgment to the nobles in every direction.
The King of Jerusalem, in the Holy Land, had never ruled by absolute decree. But what had truly caused the king’s authority to plummet was Baldwin IV’s worsening leprosy, which had prevented him from making public appearances for a long time.
Before this, due to Eastern traditions and the divine right anointing his position, the King of Jerusalem held considerable sway in the Holy Land.
"Baron Lothar, how dare you barge into the sacred royal palace with a troop of armored warriors?"
"This is an affront to the many nobles present!"
"Is this how Count Werner taught you?"