On the other hand, Eadric verbally struck back at Ragnar, especially over his claims of superiority; if anything, in Eadric's eyes, he was superior because he was born into the position of Ealdorman, instead of being a Viking upstart taking advantage of the market crash.
"Superior? Don't make me laugh! You are nothing but a lowly Raider who has risen through the ranks by profiting from the war which ravages our lands!"
Ragnar's tongue was as sharp as always; if anything, the words he spoke next hurt the man who was struggling under his cane far more than the pressure on his spine.
"And yet, I am capable of defending my assets, where you hide in your wife's family home, allowing your brother Osric to fight your battles for you.
Oh wait... Osric lost Cumbria to the Scots, didn't he? Now, why don't you tell me the reason that would cause a man in your position to attack me the moment you saw my charming face?"
