The moment the news was announced, it sparked heated discussion among the Vela Nobles, especially those whose families had many children.
The heads of these families all had several children, and if their nephews were counted as well, the numbers were even greater.
Apart from the eldest sons, who had a chance to inherit their titles, most second sons, third sons, and nephews could only accept a modest gift from their parents. Those of better birth might obtain a lifetime title, while those of lesser birth could only take the money and start a small business with their family's backing, or seek their own path.
Some noble scions who struck out on their own went to the domains of greater nobles, becoming retainers in their military or civil administrations.
Others could only become merchants, and there was a considerable chance they would ultimately fall into poverty after a failed investment. After all, business was no easy undertaking either.
Now, on the Raine mainland, Alex and Victor had found a promising path for the second and third sons of these Vela Nobles.
According to Duke Alex's announcement, these noble scions could become members of the Raine Kingdom's Imperial Guard if they performed well.
Having a chance to remain within the kingdom's Royal Guard and work their way up from junior officer was a respectable prospect.
After all, the Vela Nobles knew that the Raine Kingdom's Imperial Guard offered far better benefits than the kingdom's ordinary regular army. With salaries at least two or three times higher, it was a very suitable occupation for these young scions of minor nobility.
Becoming a civil official at the royal court would be good too. Mid- and high-ranking civil officials of the Raine Kingdom could receive lifetime titles upon retirement and become Court Nobles. That