After the play, Honor beyond one's words was shown, and the rumors about the Thorneharts wanting to revolt had stopped.
In fact, the reputation of the Thorneharts had increased to an all-time high. In the past, no one would talk about the Shield of Norvaegard except when there was a threat to the kingdom, or they would speak in hushed tones about the Iron Duke.
Now they spoke about the Thorneharts, frequently telling each other how they have protected them for centuries.
They spoke about the Iron Duke not only as the shield that would never break, but also as an honorable person who exemplifies the qualities of a true noble.
They talked about Lucen Thornehart like he was the hero of a fairy tale. A child with aura and mana, one who had won every known battle he had been in.
