“The dukedom’s troops will take charge of the subjugation…?”

Camara’s expression stiffened slightly. Was he saying that the dukedom would take the profits from the evil land in his territory?

Eugene quenched his concern. “Naturally, the profit will be distributed the same as before. I am not planning to take your share, so there is no need to worry.”

“A-ah, not at all,” Camara stuttered after having his thoughts seen right through.

Eugene continued, “And I’m not saying that the dukedom’s troops will forever be in charge of the subjugation. Let’s try it for six months and up to two years at the longest.”

Camara answered, “Ah, yes. I will obey your command, Your Majesty.”

There was no need for him to refuse Eugene’s offer. There wouldn’t be any changes to his territory’s share of the pie, and Maren’s reliable troops would take care of all the hard work for him.

“Then I will be leaving tomorrow. See you in the morning,” Eugene said.

Camara answered, “Understood. Please make yourself at home”

After Camara left, Princess Lilisain asked cautiously, “With all due respect, Your Majesty, is there any reason to subjugate the dungeon on that lord’s behalf?”

“There is. We absolutely have to do it ourselves,” Eugene answered.

“I’m confused. I ask for an answer,” Princess Lilisain said.

Eugene responded, “Was Christian the only one playing tricks...