His words caused Count Philips and Baron Fenwick to frown. The two exchanged a brief glance, but neither interrupted him.
Duke Osantra remained composed as he continued looking at Ethan, waiting for his response.
Ethan looked at Duke Osantra for a moment before nodding slightly. He could understand the Duke's feelings. After all, nobility wasn't just a title. It represented the authority, status, and influence that a family had accumulated over generations.
Asking someone to give it up wasn't an easy thing, especially when they had spent their entire life protecting it.
"I understand. I never intended to ask you to give up your title."
Duke Osantra's expression eased slightly, but he continued watching Ethan.
"Then what do you intend to do?"
Ethan rested his hands on the table and glanced at Count Philips and Baron Fenwick before speaking.
