It meant the zoo became a 'military institution' - a specialized facility under direct imperial control.
Something like the emperor's personal guard, though even that comparison didn't fully capture its importance. Even that elevated status brought its own set of challenges and headaches.
Even Daisy, who was once a reckless girl running wild through the grounds, has been stronger than ordinary knights for a long time. Her transformation was just one example of how the zoo's new status had changed those connected to it.
But the emperor also threw in one task.
"You are forbidden from directly hunting white monsters and black monsters. Let white monsters and black monsters breed, prosper, and fight among themselves."
Even Kadam couldn't endure there.
"Your Majesty, if that happens we won't be able to manage the monsters. If they escape even my control, I don't know what disaster might occur."
