"Lord Taro, I'm leaving this matter to you. Right now, the only people I can invite to assist are prestigious neutral parties like you. If I invited my teacher instead, it might very well backfire."
Jiaren walked through the garden with Utsunomiya Taro while explaining the matters that required attention.
The Great Priest was too conspicuous a target. Sending in his teacher would clearly risk blowing the situation up instead.
There could not be the slightest leak or spread of word regarding this incident. Otherwise, the consequences for the imperial family's rule would be unthinkable.
The major legions and nations might all secretly cultivate some Death Warriors, but those were shadowy forces that could not see the light of day. An important public figure like Inoue Ieyasu could not be allowed such a mishap.
"Please rest assured, Your Highness. Purging internal traitors is my duty to begin with."
Utsunomiya Taro's expression remained calm.
That self-assured composure, that tranquil air of having everything under control, greatly satisfied Jiaren as well.
Utsunomiya Taro was one of the military's hottest figures of late.
His strength, status, reputation, and abilities were all outstanding. He currently commanded the Baharuth Empire's highest intelligence department.
He was an influential figure within the military.
In particular, he had good relations with several other important military generals. His network was extensive, and he possessed considerable prestige and influence.
His father sending him over this time was also an opportunity for Jiaren to interact with him more.
Father still hadn't given up on him!
"Hearing Lord Taro say that puts my mind at ease."
A satisfied look appeared on Jiaren's face as well.
The discovery that one of his three most trusted ministers was a traitor had dealt Jiaren a severe blow, to be honest.
But if exposing one traitor