"Fine, then come with me and have a look. But when you go in later, don't show too much surprise. After all, they're Sky Knights too—they need to save face!"
Nalant was somewhat speechless, while also silently mourning for Duke Bick and the others.
Who would have thought that dignified Sky Knights would end up as 'gorillas' in cages?
"Alright, Nalant, we understand. Noble captives should be afforded sufficient dignity. Don't worry, we'll only watch from afar!"
Jerry immediately replied.
The other nobles nodded at once as well.
Nalant then led the excited group toward the dungeon.
"My lord!"
When Nalant arrived at the dungeon entrance, the guards on duty immediately saluted and greeted him.
"Mm, open the door!"
"Yes, my lord!"
Nalant then led everyone into the dungeon.
Thanks to the Luminous Pearls, the dungeon was very brightly lit and did not feel dark or gloomy.
As Nalant entered, the commanders in the cells immediately noticed the commotion.
"Gentlemen, have you grown accustomed to your stay these past few days?"
Nalant smiled as he directly greeted the commanders.
The commanders of the various duchies had also accepted their fate, and Nalant's arrangements for them over the past few days had indeed been considerate.
Other than lacking freedom, they had been very satisfied with the food and drink. Thus, their initial hostility had gradually faded away.
"Thank you, Baron Nalant, for keeping your word. We have been doing fairly well these past few days. However, we wonder whether the messenger sent to our duchies has received a reply?"
"Gentlemen, there has been no reply from the Bach Empire for the time being. But rest assured, I specifically instructed that messenger to tell the King of Bach to resolve this matter quickly and exchange you back as soon as possible."
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