The simple declaration of loyalty carried more weight than any elaborate oath might have!
This was not calculated allegiance…it was the fundamental honesty of someone who understood debt and honor in their most basic forms!
Noah frowned at this response, though something in his expression suggested respect for the giant's stance. He could push here, could probably find ways to manipulate or coerce, but there were other methods. Better methods.
He reached up…a considerable stretch given their height difference, and patted Titano's massive frame with something approaching fondness. "Do not worry about it. I will talk to Duke Gwendolyn to release you from your debt to her. Would that be acceptable? If she agrees to release you?"
Titano's face transformed with sudden hope, his eyes brightening like stars emerging from clouds. "If Duke Gwendolyn agrees, Titano would like to go with Brother! Brother makes Titano rich! Brother treats Titano good!"
