บท 219: Quelling a Rebellion Before it Begins

The illumination of high noon gleamed through the windows of Berengar's study, and with it, landed upon his handsome figure. The young Count had a calm expression as he sipped from his tea. In front of him were two people reporting the news he had been waiting for. One of these individuals was his lover Linde, and the other was his close friend and Field Marshal Eckhard.

As Berengar enjoyed the flavor of the chamomile tea, Linde spread a report across his desk; its contents revealed the general attitudes of the noblemen of Austria and how they would react to the news of Conrad's demise and Berengar's declaration of usurpation. 

As Berengar read through its contents, Linde announced the general summary of what the report contained.