As his words fell, the surrounding immediately echoed in agreement. It was not mere flattery, but genuine approval.
"That's right!"
"We are willing to sacrifice everything for the Campbell Duchy, but our money doesn't just fall from the sky. Why should we do these things for our neighbors?"
"We are already handing over almost half of our income. How much more do you want to take?"
"Mr. Andes..."
Erin looked at Andes in surprise, about to say something, but was stopped by his look that said, "Please, Your Highness, be patient."
He paused for a moment, then shifted the focus of his words and continued.
"I think the issue isn't with the imbalance between obligations and power, but with the unequal distribution of benefits."
"What do you mean by that?" Theresa frowned slightly, unhappy he interrupted the Princess's speech.
She had no good impression of this shrewd fellow.
