Chapter 395: [393] Bold Move
Time passed, and with Najenda and her team joining the Empire, its overall power surged dramatically.
The addition of Night Raid's Teigus users significantly bolstered the Empire's forces. Combined with the pre-existing number of Teigu wielders, the total now exceeded double digits, solidifying their dominance. Under Najenda's management, the Empire thrived, progressing in leaps and bounds.
The nobility, once an entrenched force, was nearly eradicated. Najenda actively recruited talented individuals to govern this new Empire, steering it toward a more promising future.
It seemed as though everything was improving, as though the thin line separating hell from paradise had been crossed.
"August, I still don't understand. You made me queen, but now you're handing all the power to Najenda. Why?"
In the Imperial Palace, within the grand chambers once reserved for emperors, Esdeath now resided as queen.
August was the only man allowed to enter and leave freely. Though their relationship hadn't progressed physically, the public viewed them as a match made in heaven.
"For fun, Esdeath," August replied nonchalantly, leaning back on a gilded chair. "If I told you this world only has one year left before it's completely destroyed—everything, everyone, the Empire, the tribes, all of it—would you believe me?"
"I would," Esdeath said without hesitation.
"Really?" August raised an eyebrow. "You believe me that easily?"
"You wouldn't lie to me. Besides, you don't need to."