The lead guard's eyes narrowed, a muscle twitching at his jaw.
His subordinates shifted, their grip on their weapons tightening even further.
Lumin's words were a direct challenge, not just to them but also to the Viremont House. But they were a bit confused how to handle this situation as they were used to people covering in fear and obedience, not questioning their orders or masters.
"Watch your tongue, half-elf!" The lead guard snapped, his hand moving from the sword hilt to point directly at him. "You are speaking to the knights of the Viremont House! We act on the authority of Lady Carmine von Viremont herself! These 'laws of the kingdom' or 'decency rules' you speak of don't apply when we are rooting out criminals who offended our master!"
Then, he gestured at the still whimpering soldier. "This soldier was simply fulfilling his duty, yet you assaulted him! That's a crime against the Crown!"
Another lanky guard from the side sneered.
