A Slavemaster (Part 2)

It was also due to this that Olpio didn't require subsidiary powers to keep the nation in control. For example, Avim has City Lords as the governing authority of the cities and State Managers to look after the state. However, Olpio doesn't need that.

It is mostly governed by the King. The reason for "mostly" is because about 15% of the nation is independent. The regions which are ungoverned and independent are known as "Leftovers" while the ones which are governed are called the "States". 

"Is your father a noble?" Rewen asked in curiosity. Even though Olpio was the smallest nation, it definitely isn't the weakest. In fact, it was one of the most progressive nations with dozens of nobles. 

Yukiko shook her head. "He was only a small merchant…" Her mood got worse when she thought about the event from last night. "What… what do you want from me? I have nothing to offer."

"Your body surely does."