"What?"

“Why?

Most of the Janko retainers and bodyguards were trading glances, puzzled by Ciril's suddenannouncement.

Only the stronger retainers were frowning as they pondered on Frank Lawrence's name, more orless getting the idea.

"Could he be a member of the Lawrence family, formerly one of the Four Families of Morhen?!"

"Is he the heir to the Lord of the Southern Woods?!"

While everyone was left uncertain, Ciril coughed loudly twice and laughed heartily, "Don't worry, Mr.Lawrence. I have been around for a while—and I despise ingrates the most. If you have anyrequests, feel free to voice them! I understand that money is nothing to you... As long as it's withinour power to grant it, we'll do our utmost!”

"Yes, Mr. Lawrence! Don't hold back on us now!"

"Ask away, Mr. Lawrence!"

Seeing how enthusiastic the Jankos were, Frank mused to himself for a moment before glancing atthe invitation Ned was holding.

"In that case, I do have a favor to ask," he said quietly.

"Ask away!" Ciril said heartily.

"During the Lionhearts' wedding ceremony in a few days, and depending on the situation... I'mgoing to need your help.”

Frank refrained from giving details—he might have just saved the Jankos single-handedly, but it wasstill a pipe dream to ask them to go to war against the Lionhearts.

To no surprise, Ciril frowned at his words, musing to himself before asking, "Do you bear grievancesagainst the Lionhearts, Mr. Lawrence? If it's Sif Lionheart, I could well have her brought back herethis instant... But I can see you have been through enough to not get petty over mere squables andto challenge the Lionhearts for it?"

Yed and Lothar both nodded—they agreed with that whole-heartedly.

"No." Frank shook his head, his eyes flashing coolly. "I suspect that the Lionhearts and Turnbulls areconspiring to force this wedding to happen. And the bride-to-be... she's my woman."

All the Jankos gasped right then, and even the usually dauntless Lothar was gaping. "A-Are yousaying that you're going to crash a wedding, in front of the Turnbulls, the Lionhearts, and everyillustrious family in Morhen?!"

Frank nodded solemnly. "If it's necessary. But like I said, it depends on how things turn out.”"Haha... Hahaha!!!" Ned was laughing out loud even as Ciril and Lothar were left hesitant. "And hereI thought what it was going to be... And that's all?"

Nodding at Frank and putting a hand on his chest, Ned's gaze flashed with determination. "Noworries, Mr. Lawrence—should you ask, you have my support even if it means my death! I owe youmy life, and you didn't abandon me when I needed you! That's why I'd never abandon you either!"Ciril grinned in approval at Ned's attitude and shared a smile with Lothar too—the brothers werecertainly reminded of their good old days!

"Alright!" Ciril laughed cheerfully, spreading his hands, "In a few days, Lothar and Ned shall beattending the Lionhearts' banquet. If a fight starts, we won't hold back—we'll support you to theend, Mr. Lawrence!"

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