Chapter 186: Possibility of Treatment

Emerging from Rulance’s chambers, Ronin found himself immediately surrounded by the waiting nobles outside.

"How is Grandfather?" McKinney asked, his voice laced with concern.

Ronin swept his gaze over the crowd, noting the presence of many lords—Kabir, Marvin, Toru, the eldest son of the Rivi family, among others.

They were all deeply invested in Rulance's welfare, yet having been denied an audience, they could only linger here for word from Ronin.

"Rest assured, everyone, the Marquis is fine."

Ronin kept his expression relaxed, withholding the exact details of Rulance’s condition. "He merely needs a few days of quiet rest to recover from the clash. If there is no urgent business, please refrain from disturbing him."

Hearing Ronin's reassurance, the tension among the crowd eased slightly.

"Sir Toru, I must trouble you with a matter."

Toru straightened, instinctively assuming this was a directive from Rulance: "Please, speak."

"While the Marquis is resting, the security of the castle is paramount."

Rulance had not given

Thank you, sir!

To Luo Ning, this was perfectly acceptable—others owed him nothing; on the contrary, it was he who needed their help. (End of chapter)