Three days later, a meeting to establish the Defense Force was held at the Governor's Mansion.
Inside the conference room, the nine Viscounts looked at Audrey Silvis, Governor of Kadlo Province. Unlike other governors, she was not dressed extravagantly; her attire was exceptionally plain.
"Please, take your seats."
Audrey Silvis wore a stern expression. Even her plain clothing could not conceal the imposing aura she exuded, and that contrast only made her more captivating.
However, every Viscount present wore a grave expression, revealing none of their inner emotions. They had all learned of this new governor's personality and methods through their own channels. If they acted like lustful fools, they would surely be thrown out of the Governor's Mansion.
Once everyone had sat down, Audrey Silvis turned and nodded to the female knight beside her, signaling her to activate the Magic Instrument.
After placing a Low-Grade Magic Crystal into the Magic Instrument, a barrier lit up and enveloped the conference room.
"Everyone here is a pillar of Kadlo Province, so I will not waste time with unnecessary words."
"Half a month ago, I received orders from the royal capital's military, instructing me to oversee Kadlo Province's probing operations against Xikas Province, which borders the Ironforge Mountain Dwarf Kingdom."
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"According to the instructions issued by His Majesty the King three months ago, the military cannot act on its own. Therefore, the probing operation falls to the Noble Army."
The nine men showed no particular change in expression. Naturally, none of them stated their position outright, leaving Governor Audrey Silvis unable to discern what they were thinking.
Velin sat in the last seat on the left. Across from him sat Uncle Edgar, while Uncle Olcott was beside him. The three exchanged glances and decided to follow what they