"Losa, your performance at Kaler Castle was quite impressive. Honestly, when I learned of your tremendous achievements, even I felt a hint of envy."
Losa smiled modestly and said, "My lord, if it wasn't for you holding off the Saracens' offensive from the north, even if we achieved some small victories here, they wouldn't be worth mentioning. If you speak of envy, there's really no need, because the achievements you've attained are clearly superior to mine."
Raymond laughed heartily, "When I speak of envy, it's not envy of you, but of your father Werner. Even though I might surpass him in many ways, there's one thing I can never compare with, and that is having such an outstanding son."
Their exchange of mutual praise made even the oblivious aware of Losa's rising prestige in the Kingdom.
