The grand mansion of County Constantine stood tall and proud amidst the barrenness of the surrounding landscape. The sun shone brightly overhead, casting its warm rays over the estate's sprawling gardens and fountains.
Inside the mansion, two men sat across from each other, deep in conversation.
Arlo's forehead creased as he peered into Count Constantine's eyes and questioned him intently, "David, why did you not allocate the funds given to you by the empire for the purpose of securing the county's defenses? And Where did those resources go?"
