Verinia blinked at him a few times. Upon confirming that he was being serious, she also shifted her attention. "There is indeed something."
With that, she told him of the situation in the northern states with the mines. The sheer number of them was enough to yield a staggering amount of wealth, and taking on this venture would not be a small feat.
"I brought this matter to your attention because you were the one who found out the truth behind it. You are also Sovereign Father's heir, therefore, it is more appropriate for you to take action in the name of the throne."
Kaelbi listened attentively and revealed a pensive expression. He had to admit that what she was saying made a lot of sense.
"Meraldi mines are government property. The use of these stones is limited only to the sovereign household and there can not be any unregistered mines. The collection of these minerals without reporting their existence is equivalent to treason."
