“No,” Vin said sharply. “Not to me—to the rightful heir of House Venture. He is your lord now.” Janarle nodded slowly. “Very well,” he said. “Whatever you wish. I swear loyalty to Straff’s son, Elend Venture.” The separate groups stood in the cold. Sazed turned as Vin did, looking at Penrod. Vin pointed at the ground. Penrod quietly dismounted, then bowed himself to the ground. “I swear as well,” he said. “I give my loyalty to Elend Venture.” Vin turned to Lord Cett. “You expect this of me?” the bearded man said, amused. “Yes,” Vin said quietly. “And if I refuse?” Cett asked. “Then I’ll kill
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