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With a calm leveled yet familiar tone Gerald begins to speak. "Wales was a success for you. One I was the architect of, and while force of men won the field I was the one that brought them here." And quite an assorted turnout it had been.
Letting that thought draw out "I realize the intention had been for lands to be awarded from Welsh gains, but since that is no longer an option, I would ask that they be awarded from elsewhere."
“There are lands within sight of the coast," he gestures in a direction off to his right "that lie virtually unattended by their provincial lords. Prime targets for raiders and brigands, but with the potential for development. Additionally there are territories in my own shire that have been left semi-autonomous since William awarded the grant. Ones that as earl I would seek to bring under my tenure."
“I have served you well, and will continue to do so. However, I do seek satisfaction." Gerald had been rebuked once before, he did not intend to stand for it again. Not after everything he had done.