Pillage And Plunder (See the auction)
How curious, from what you have been able to see, Captain Metal came out winning big time for that Auction raid, not only did he steal most of the money the guest there brought along. He even kidnapped a high level officer from the Empire!
A general or sergeant Gregor, you honestly couldn't care, but the captain was announcing to all that would listen to him that he was Asking their Prince for a Ramson, if they didn't comply, they would offer Gregor to anyone that would offer enough income.
…Well there could be an opportunity there.
Result: Gregor has been captured by Captain metal and is asking for a ransom to Maximilian to give it back, If Maximilian doesn't comply, Captain Metal will offer Gregor to any willing faction that pays high enough. (10 Income)