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Two days later, the noble council meeting resumed.
Today's agenda revolved around support funds and troops, and the proceedings moved swiftly, thanks to unanimous agreement.
Especially when Duchess Skaiar and Duke Delmoi competitively increased their support funds, I was nearly tempted to applaud involuntarily.
"House Delmoi will put forward two million gold."
"Your Majesty, House Skaiar will prepare three million gold," Duchess Skaiar rose and announced as soon as Duke Delmoi finished speaking.
Duke Delmoi, puffing up his cheeks, immediately raised his voice again, "We'll add another two million gold!"
"Then Skaiar will also—"
"Enough, enough. Were you waiting for a chance to bankrupt your houses?"
As I interjected, raising my hand, Duchess Skaiar and Duke Delmoi finally managed to close their mouths.
As if seeing his opportunity, Trida Dehart started to rise, so I quickly stopped him.
