The latest round of performance had just ended, and a young Castilian nobleman on a spirited horse was riding around the hunting ground, receiving cheers and blown kisses.
The Emperor nodded slightly, and the royal flag at the viewing stand was waved three times, indicating appreciation for the gladiator.
Acknowledged by the Emperor, the young noble dismounted next to the carcass of the prey. He drew his dagger, cut off the ears and tail of the prey, and walked under the viewing stand to bow and pay homage to the Emperor.
Princess Elizabeth muttered softly, "What's so fascinating about a bunch of men battling a bunch of wild boars..."
"On the contrary, Your Highness," Duke Lothar said with a smile as he approached the viewing stand: "The most interesting part of Castilian hunting is the duel between man and fierce beasts."
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Why does Duke Tarak say that Castilian hunting is "barbaric"?
