The legitimate mastery of the Empire's power and the use of the Empire's resources to further herself is precisely what she has always pursued.
After hesitating for a while, in the end, interest triumphed over that thin emotion, and the manuscript in Madelena's hand directly turned to ash.
Deep down, she constantly reassured herself that once Caesar IV obtained the method to cultivate Royal Path Laws, the Empire would inevitably be plagued by endless wars, with its people suffering.
...
"Respected Ones, let's end our exchange here for today. We'll gather again when we have the opportunity!"
Noticing the end of the battle, Hudson immediately chose to bid farewell and leave.
There was no possibility of pleading to stay; not turning openly hostile was already a sign of restraint.
