Elric, who had been observing the conversation, was surprised to hear the question directed at him. His mind briefly wandered to find the right answer. "Honestly, Kazuki, I wasn't heavily involved in political affairs before. I used to have more fun and entrusted political matters to the ministers under me. However, I now realize that such an attitude is not enough. This Empire is sinking further, and I feel responsible for this state of affairs." He realized that he rarely engaged in political affairs. As a leader, he had often prioritized having fun and left political matters to the ministers under him. However, he now felt responsible for the worsening state of the Empire. Kazuki looked at him seriously. "So, you feel a responsibility to directly involve yourself in fixing the Empire?" Elric nodded. "Yes, Kazuki. I realize that as a leader, I cannot rely solely on others to solve problems. I have to take responsibility and be directly involved in our efforts to improve governance

"Ughhh..." The betrayers listened to Kazuki's words with bowed heads, losing their confidence to argue with this relentless man. They realized that Kazuki had found a loophole in their actions, and they were trapped in agonizing confusion. Instantly, the room's atmosphere grew even tenser. Every noble present felt fear and awe at the power of Kazuki's arguments. Those who once dismissed the betrayal committed by their fellow nobles now fell into a silent submission. Their eyes traversed the room, searching for support and justification for their actions. However, all they encountered were Kazuki's unwavering, cold, and sharp gaze. His gaze indicated that Kazuki would not relent and was prepared to face the consequences of their betrayal. In the increasingly heavy silence, each traitor contemplated in deep confusion. They realized that the reasons they provided for their betrayal might only be flimsy fabric covering their dishonesty. Each betrayer felt an unbearable moral burden on

*** After the meeting with the nobles ended, Kazuki and Prince Harry moved to a soundproof room where only they were present. In a more intimate atmosphere, Kazuki asked Prince Harry what he wanted to discuss. Without beating around the bush, Prince Harry immediately asked the fundamental question, "Are you from Earth?" The question caught Kazuki off guard, momentarily freezing his casual smile. Kazuki stared seriously at Prince Harry. After a brief silence, Kazuki finally answered honestly, "Yes, I am from Earth, specifically from Japan. If you're asking that, does it mean you're also from Earth? But how could you have ended up here? And which country are you from?" Although taken aback by the question, Kazuki quickly accepted the fact that reincarnation or transmigration was a real possibility. He had gained a new understanding of this after reading the manga recommended by Kaito. However, he wanted to know more about how Prince Harry had knowledge about Earth. Prince Harry then

Kazuki felt deeply moved and grateful for this historic moment in his life. All the struggles and journeys he had faced seemed to be rewarded with this opportunity. He recalled the advice given by his late grandfather, advice that had shaped his character and determination to this day. The words of his late grandfather echoed clearly in Kazuki's mind. ...A high position carries great responsibility. Tremendous power will distance you from many people. The higher you climb, the stronger the winds will blow. Do not be afraid, strengthen your foundation and fortify your resolve for the people you cherish... Considering his grandfather's advice, Kazuki found the wisdom in his words to be quite reasonable. He contemplated the significance of this advice in the context of his current life. For Livy, the woman who had officially become his companion, this advice meant that he must remain steadfast and not let power change him. For him, Livy was a source of strength and inspiration, and Kaz

He realized that his work efficiency would be compromised if he only focused on handling those documents without having adequate knowledge and skills. There seemed to be a small voice within him saying that there was a more efficient way to accomplish these tasks. Ideas like hunting or directly inspecting the conditions of the territories seemed tempting in his mind. However, Kazuki also recognized that such thoughts were too naive and unrealistic. He understood that the tasks he had to face required more careful and organized solutions. Nonetheless, Kazuki felt that there must be a better solution to improve his work efficiency. "If I could recruit talented individuals from Earth, they could help me tackle these complex tasks," Kazuki thought with confidence. The existence of talented people from Earth was one of Kazuki's assets. He realized that many of the problems faced in the Empire shared similarities with the issues faced on Earth, whether it be in terms of economy, agricu