[Edelgard listens quietly, taking in everything from Leslie's evident confusion to the way that words keep spilling from her mouth. It's clear that she has a lot of thoughts on this, but may be too young or inexperienced to understand all of them at once.

It's refreshing, in a sense, to know that there are people in the world that are not as well versed in intrigue, backstabbing, and the bleaker side of court life as the nobles of Fodlan.]

I understand, Leslie. I know that a lot of people place a lot of importance on honor, especially among noble society.

[She does not, and it's likely evident in her tone.]

I have a thought I would like you to consider. Would it be better for a corrupt Duke known for his cruelty to be dealt with through subterfuge, or to continue on until he is challenged and defeated in an open battle?