Nations, when it comes down to it, all have a problem: the issue of food!
Because a nation is made up of people, and everyone needs to eat. Only when they are full can they concern themselves with other matters?
If even the rice they eat is not enough to make them full, other matters become impossible to discuss.
The Empress just spoke the truth. Solving the food problem renders many other issues irrelevant!
If Lion can truly increase food production. . .
The Empress eagerly asks, "My dear, are you telling the truth? Can this be achieved with rice cultivation, increasing production?"
"I dare not deceive Your Majesty!" Lion brushes his hand and immediately someone brings a book, which Lion hands over to the Empress.
While the Empress looks on, Lion explains.
"This is a document allowing students to visit the common people, pay respects to the great farmers, and go into the fields. They record and gather information!"