The Minister of Finance, who had been silent until now, spoke up. "Precisely. He may present himself as a savior, but we know these types. He's securing his influence under the guise of a righteous cause. It could prove… problematic if he gains too much sway."
Lusarus tapped his fingers on his desk thoughtfully. "And Shona? How reliable is her loyalty? If Aiden has indeed shown her his organization, he may be drawing her into his orbit as well."
The Minister of Intelligence replied, "Shona remains loyal to the kingdom, Chief Minister. She's aware of her role and the consequences of betraying our trust. But Aiden...we don't know much about him, his means—she may require close monitoring to ensure her allegiances remain firm."
Lusarus nodded, a calculating look crossing his face. "Then we must be cautious. Allow Shona to continue her interactions with Aiden, but ensure she remains tethered to us. If Aiden grows too powerful, we'll need her as leverage."
