-Third-Person Perspective-
Beyond economic matters, there was something just as important that Arkan needed to secure.
Political alliances.
He had previously reached out to three influential nobles with a proposal for a strategic alliance, each offer carefully calculated to provide mutual benefits.
Duke Galleas – The ruler of the northern territories, commanding one of the strongest military forces in the kingdom. His land was the first line of defense against the empire's forces should war break out.
Earl Rodderick – A border noble with significant control over the western trade routes.
Viscount Edwin – A powerful noble who owned numerous mines and natural resources, supplying several smaller regions with vital materials.
These men were not mere nobles.
They were pillars of the kingdom—figures capable of shifting the balance of power if they so desired.
