Knight Hubble Armstrong

Hubble did not think there was anything wrong with what Franz had said. His life really was not worth as much as this hereditary title with an actual fief.

As for the "Your Highness" Franz kept mentioning, of course he knew who that was.

So, he dropped to one knee and faced the direction of the Imperial Capital. "I, Hubble, swear to defend Your Highness's glory with my life and to serve Your Highness and Augusta's bloodline faithfully for generations to come."

Franz calmly watched him salute and swear the oath. They were too far away, so this simple declaration was all they could manage.

After Hubble rose, he bowed deeply to Franz in thanks. "Thank you, Baron Franz. Thank you for giving me this opportunity.

"I don't know what I can do. Please guide me."

Although Hubble had made his fortune catching slaves, he was by no means some dull brute with nothing but strength.

He did not understand the timing Franz had spoken of, but there was no question that he was lucky.

This hereditary title with an actual fief was a reward paid out in advance. He had no intention of reneging on anything.

Since he did not know what was happening, he would listen to Baron Franz.

Just as he had done before, he would invest in someone worth investing in.

Seeing that Hubble had not been dazzled by the title, Franz was satisfied.

Even in the midst of such great joy, he still knew what he needed to do. Only people like that could go far instead of becoming cannon fodder.

But there were some things Franz could not tell him yet. They were Imperial secrets.

That did not mean Hubble was useless. On the contrary... he would be very useful.

Franz immediately pointed him