"However, now it was His Majesty using me, and His Majesty values not that influence but my capability... Do you know, Atro, I'm actually very happy."
Yang Ming smiled and said, "This is actually an acknowledgment of me; His Majesty appreciates my ability."
Atro asked confusedly, "Then what do you want to achieve through this?"
Yang Ming turned to look at Atro, whose eyes were flickering slightly.
Yang Ming said slowly, "Power, status, fame, wealth, resources. You know, Atro, I've always had a dream, one I've had since before I underwent Professor Kigrov's transformation experiment."
"What?"
"To become the grand duke wielding power in the Empire, having my own territory and private fleet, leaving the name 'Hanton' in the annals of the Empire."
Yang Ming lightly patted the back of Atro's neck and said softly,
"For me now, this is the only path to take, and His Majesty only wants me to deal with those degenerate nobles. Why would I refuse?
"They're just scum, after all.
