Quite a few territories at the scene rose to prosperity thanks to this affair, so naturally they follow behind the Royal Capital.
For the moment, Saint Seva became the object of direct flattery from many territories.
Selia watched this scene and pressed her lips together.
Although all Four Dukes' territories are facing Saint Seva's restrictions, the most tightly constrained is her Vitali City; the other three, more or less, still have lucrative dealings with Saint Seva. Regardless of what they're thinking privately, they fare far better than Vitali City on the surface.
She thought, if the crisis really arrives, and Vitali City reveals any weakness, the other territories would surely seize the chance to carve up Vitali City.
Not just her—many nobles present likely have this clear in their hearts.
As the crisis approaches, resource competition between territories will only grow fiercer.
If you can't hold on, your final outcome is just two words: eliminated.
