บท 125: New Governor [1]

'Deliat's system has not yet been properly established,' he thought.

The labor standards law was only the beginning. There was no checks and balances system in place, nor had there been any reduction in authority.

If a new governor were appointed now, things would likely revert to the old ways.

'With the recent changes, many will be eager to exploit the system for their gain,' Able mused.

'I've put in so much work, and now he expect me to return to the Empire and watch it crumble?'

Able resolved firmly, even if dirt got in his eyes, he wouldn't allow that to happen.

I looked at Count Kadisin, his expression a mix of curiosity and concern.

"Do you know why they are calling me?" I asked.

"At the State Council, the voices of the imperialist nobles were loud. Why would you keep such a great man as His Highness the Duke in such a foreign land?" He replied.

"Isn't that His Majesty the Emperor's intention?" I countered.