The result was predictable.
Putting someone who champions free enjoyment in charge of wealth could only lead to reckless spending on indulgence.
This was the deep-seated reason behind the extravagant trend on Felen Continent over the past three years—opulent noble banquets, frequent and meaningless parties, and a sharp rise in the demand for luxury goods, among others.
Extreme indulgence brings fleeting joy that is indeed enticing, causing many of the Goddess of Wealth's followers to turn to the embrace of the Joy Goddess.
But such unrestrained extravagance comes at a price, which has begun to emerge in recent years.
Many merchants, entranced by indulgence, not only significantly reduced their efforts in trade and commerce but also imposed immense pressure on their financial chains, causing numerous breakdowns and resulting in catastrophic outcomes.
The Holy Coin Archbishop had long perceived this situation but was powerless, able only to encourage maintaining the status quo.
