Although Charlotte did not hold the highest office, he commanded the West Wind Knight Regiment, and the Silver Doveburg Knight Order also answered to him. He also represented Kreil. The local nobles of Mostarburg were therefore quite obedient, and the reputation he had earned through consecutive battles played a crucial role as well.
Facing the local nobles, Charlotte said with a smile, "Duke Joseph unfortunately fell in battle in the Nansera Territory. Losing such an outstanding leader is a loss for every one of us."
"However..."
"Mostarburg belongs to all Mostarburg people. The wealth of this city should naturally belong to every Mostarburg person."
The tone of those words was set with exquisite skill. Nearly every Mostarburg native's eyes lit up. Sure enough, Charlotte continued, "I have decided to distribute the wealth left behind by the duke equally among everyone."
His words resonated with the nobles, and some even cheered softly.
Still smiling, Charlotte said, "But Mostarburg is a great city with more than a hundred thousand people—perhaps even more. It is simply impossible to distribute it directly to every individual, so you nobles will have to shoulder this responsibility."
Every noble's heart trembled at those words. They were profoundly grateful for Charlotte's wisdom. He sounded like the wisest of kings, striking directly at every noble's heart.
Charlotte then shifted slightly and said, "This matter requires only three standards: fairness, fairness, and fairness."
"However, many things cannot be divided equally or cut apart, such as this ducal residence! So I have one small request. Beginning with the ducal residence, we will hold an auction. The cash proceeds from each auction will then be divided equally among every noble present."
"What do you all think?"
Mostarburg erupted in cheers, wholeheartedly supporting the decision. Their eyes had been blinded by enormous profit,