The Count grew agitated. He stood, paced forward two steps, then stopped and turned to Murphy, his expression almost solemn.
"But we, sir, what we envision is reform and a return to first principles, all within the existing divine order and legal framework! We acknowledge the supreme authority of Oriane, the sacred guidance of the Church Court, and the legitimacy of the Kingdom's laws and the system of noble peerage. We never advocate violence, and we would certainly never incite rebellion!"
His voice slowed, but he enunciated each word with weight. "We advocate for Lords to return to their original, and most important, duty:"
