Clap-Clap-Clap-

Short applause rang out. The music stopped. People stopped talking and looked towards the source of the sound.

As the inner veil was lifted, San and Biyeon walked in with bright faces. The cheerful voice of the MC, master of ceremonies, spread widely throughout the space.

The MC was Cecil, who possessed the reputation as one of the empire’s finest minstrels and performers.

“We will now start the event!”

People look at him with interested expressions. A young nobleman, unable to contain his curiosity, raised his hand.

“By the way, what event is this?” 

“This is an investment briefing session,” Cecil answered briefly.

“Investment briefing? What?”

The gathered people tilted their heads and waited for the following words of explanation.

“Perhaps it will be of interest to all of you who have come. Everyone, please sit comfortably.”

People stopped murmuring and quickly took their seats.

Suddenly, a map of the Gijan region...