Ch. 104 - Chains of Hell (2)

"It can still be contained for now. However, if Your Majesty does not take action soon, I fear the situation will escalate beyond control."

Zalestino said nothing. There was nothing for him to say at this moment. His eyes shifted to the Minister of Trade. "Explain your situation to me," he commanded.

The Minister of Trade nodded. As the Minister of Defense stepped back, he stepped forward and began his lengthy report. He started with the conditions in other cities before finally focusing on the capital.

Zalestino had been emperor for almost 34 years. He had grown tired of meetings like this. Sitting and listening to his ministers' reports had become increasingly exhausting. Usually, he would wander in his thoughts while pretending to listen seriously. However, the empire's situation was critical. Zalestino could not afford to ignore their reports.