202 Chapter 202: Economic Growth (2/2)

His words caused his father the chuckle dryly, ”our kingdom isn't rich enough to have any more magical powered devices… unfortunately, only the behemoths live with that luxury,” he replied with a wry smile, ashamed of his mediocrity.

Caesar patted Crowley on the shoulder a comforted with a slight smile, ”don't worry father, the higher they are, the further they will fall,” he said, ”this world is constantly changing, sooner or later, our kingdom will rise to the top as well.”

As he spoke to here, he sat down on the nearest chair with Elizabeth and Ahrion in his right and left respectively. ”Now, let's stop worrying about such troublesome matters and devour the scrumptious dinner laid out in front of us.”

Crowley nodded his head in agreement, and they soon started to relish the food. It was a light dinner, with lean, roasted chicken, scallops, and some beets. A thin, vegetable soup and salad was also served as a side.

They ate in relative peace, informing each other of their days and progression. Elizabeth excitedly explained to Caesar some history that he had long learned about and some other things she had figured out. Ahri was just recently starting to teach her how to read and write, so Elizabeth was especially excited.

Not many children liked to learn, but Elizabeth was the opposite. She treated school as if it were a fun activity. Her intelligence couldn't be considered extraordinary, but she certainly put in the effort required for greatness. Whether or not she would make it far in life was up to her.

Caesar vaguely applauded her hard work but didn't pay too much attention to it. Learning how to read and write at her age was nothing to be impressed about; however, as a 'father,' he was somewhat proud of her. Though, if he compared her to his past-self, her achievements could only be scoffed at.

Alas, he didn't dwell on such redundant topics for very long and quickly finished his dinner. He then went over a few issues with his father that bored both Elizabeth and Ahri to death. They conversed about their current law-system and future.

Ahri paid close attention to their words, as she was well aware of the fact that Caesar was departing soon. Although she was still reluctant, she was also abnormally determined to teach Elizabeth about the more delicate things in life.

This heated discussion lasted until the dead of night and Elizabeth passed out on her chair, snoring loudly. Seeing her exhausted figure, both Caesar and his father decided to end their discussion and head to bed for the time being.

”My son, you make some interesting points… I'll bring some of this up at the next meeting with the other nobles,” Crowley said with a slight smile, he was in a rather affable mood.

”Very well, father. I want you also to start preparing resources and soldiers for war,” Caesar said, ” Although our kingdom is still recuperating, without expanding, we will inevitably enter into a depression. With our recruits, we do not fear war any longer.”

As he spoke to here, he winked and left the dining room with Ahri in hand. They were both relatively silent on the entire way back to their room, and Ahri couldn't think of anything to say. Not until they were both getting undressed and entering bed did Caesar finally speak up.

”Be sure not to teach any false history to the young girl… we don't want her to start believing the clever ruses set up by the victors of war.” Caesar suddenly said while he pulled the covers over his body.

Ahri nodded her head solemnly.

”Are you going to inform her of your departure?” Ahri changed the topic while blowing out the candle.