Synopsis

The chapter opens with the young lord's training of a new knight, highlighting the lord's high expectations and the knight's need for further training. The narrative then transitions to the young lord's conflict with older family members and vassals, accusing them of clinging to outdated principles, leading to the family's downfall. He proclaims his intention to surpass their ancestors and warns that those who resist will be erased. The chapter ends with a reveal that the lord has a mysterious informant and that someone powerful is now found in a shocking state.