The Duke frowned when he noticed the atmosphere had grown tense and waved his hand. "Alright. Stop with the noise!"

When the Duke spoke, both Albert and Jameson kept quiet and stepped aside.

The next second, the Duke pondered and slowly said, "This is all about the prestige and survival of the Day Rise Principality. Let me think about it carefully. All of you may leave!"

The Duke was caught in a dilemma. He felt annoyed and irritable.

"Yes, My Lord!" the mayors present responded in unison b