Not only that, driven by greed, he also took advantage of his position to take a kickback from the barons in the White Dew District.
The Imperial Prosecution Office submitted one copy of the materials to the Holy City Court and another to the Council of Elders. While the public prosecution against Huck was a certainty, holding the nobles accountable required the Council's nod.
The Council of Elders had no reason to shield an obscure rural noble, especially as his oppressive measures in the White Dew District had already caused local societal instability and offended the citizens of the Holy City.
Although they did not strip Baron Devor of his noble title, they tightened the noose around his neck more severely—ordering him to immediately repay all his debts and approving the Imperial Prosecution Office to seal and freeze Baron Devor's assets.
The Imperial Royal Cavalry moved into Baron Devor's estate.
