Luna’s suggestion made all eyes turn toward her. She stiffened for a mont, surprised to suddenly beco the center of attention of so many powerful people.
’Little Gon handles this so well.’
She took a deep breath and smiled. "Nobles are a very important part of our society. So are good. So are bad. But useful nonetheless. If we bring sothing that affects so many nobles, it’ll have a negative impact."
She played with the Mana Battery in her hand and continued.
"So, I suggest finding good nobles who are also loyal to the throne and the Crown Prince. We can then give them early access to the Mana Batteries. Perhaps even grant them permits to sell them. Even if it’s a cheap item, its high sales will attract them."
"Especially if they feel exclusive because of it," Micheal added.
"Precisely!" Luna bead in happiness upon receiving his approval. "A sudden change across society would severely affect human civilization. It may even open weak spots. Our enemies are already waiting for such opportunities."
"I agree with her assessnt," Micheal nodded in agreent. "We need to do this slowly. If we follow her suggestion, everyone will be satisfied. The noble houses will see improvent in their lives, and the common populace will also gain a better lifestyle without destabilizing society."
"This will also allow humanity to adapt to the changes," Liliana spoke up, authority naturally present in her calm voice. "Mana Batteries are just the foundation. Once they enter the market, creative minds will begin building devices suited for them."
"Like bulbs," Aegon grinned.
Everyone turned toward him in confusion.
"Aye, why do you think I wanted this so badly?" Aegon shook his head. "A bulb is basically a magic lantern, except it’ll run on Mana Batteries. And they’ll be cheaply manufactured to target the common populace. Not just bulbs, but countless other items."
This had been Aegon’s plan all along. For business owners in this world, nobles were essentially the whales. Low in number, but spending enough to sustain entire industries.
So businesses targeted them exclusively, like luxurious perfus, magical carriages powered by mana, and countless prestige items.
But there were also products aid at the common populace, who ford the overwhelming majority of society. Until now, businesses couldn’t integrate mana-based technology into products ant for ordinary citizens.
Things would change now.
"The potential is endless. Even I can’t fully imagine what’s going to happen," Aegon’s stupid grin affected others as well. He turned toward Amon and said,
"Currently, you use the Infinite Mana River to broadcast the Supremacy Gas, right? But tell , what if every ho had an item capable of accessing that broadcast without such extre costs?"
He was, of course, talking about televisions. That would be a massive leap forward for this world’s entertainnt industry, which honestly remained underdeveloped.
"Hmm, that’s an interesting thought," Amon stroked his chin and said. "It wouldn’t be the only thing we could broadcast then."
"Exactly!" Aegon nodded. "We could even use it to deliver news across the entire Empire. Imagine how effective that would be."
"There’s more to it, right?" Xavier asked, raising an eyebrow. "You have more plans. I can see it in your stupid smile."
"And you’re right, my friend," Aegon nodded. "I have many plans, but I’ll keep them to myself for now."
"Then we’ll proceed as the young lady suggested," Micheal said, turning toward Luna. "You’re good at this."
"That’s why I say just make her the queen. She suits it far better than ," Xavier complained, but then paused as if realizing sothing. "Wait! I’m the Crown Prince and I also trained under another Crown Prince. What a coincidence."
"Then I suppose you’ll love to hear one more similarity between us," Micheal said. "We both don’t want the throne."
"You don’t?" That genuinely surprised Aegon.
"I certainly don’t want to beco that," Micheal chuckled, pointing toward Samuel.
Although it sounded like a joke, Aegon could tell it wasn’t entirely false. Micheal truly didn’t want to beco what Samuel had beco, for reasons he chose not to elaborate on.
Still, Aegon ignored it since the prince clearly didn’t want to pursue the topic further. Instead, he smiled and said, "Then we don’t have much to discuss. Not on this topic."
"I’m quite sure we have a lot to discuss about this," Micheal quickly added.
"And I said we don’t," Aegon rolled his eyes. "You can handle it, Your Highness. I’ll trust you with that. If you have questions or need help, contact Xiu. She basically represents . Her words are mine."
A strange expression ford on Micheal’s face as he sighed. "Please don’t call that."
"Baby, can you put soone else on this?" Xiu pleaded, giving quick glances toward Micheal. "Actually, no. I can handle it alone. Trust on this."
"Is that really a question, Xiu?" Aegon stared at her. "Also, this will put too much pressure on you. Share it with him since he understands the Empire and its people far better than you. Besides, didn’t you say he’s a good man and that I can trust him?"
"She said that?" Micheal looked baffled. "Why do I find that hard to believe?"
"Maybe because you’re both dumb in these matters," Arthur facepald.
"Can’t argue with that," Samuel grumbled. "Certainly not my blood there."
"Please, Sam. Let’s not pretend you were any better," Amon sighed.
"Shut up!" Xiu shouted at them, and surprisingly, no one disobeyed her. None of them even reprimanded her despite holding higher status than her.
She then turned toward Aegon and narrowed her eyes. "I don’t like your eyes right now."
"I’m as innocent as I was on my first birthday," Aegon raised his hand.
"Clearly, you weren’t innocent even back then," Xiu’s lips twitched. "Just tell what you’re planning."
"Have so patience, my dear Xiu," Aegon smiled and turned toward the others. "Until then, why don’t we start celebrating my success?"
All of them cheered at that, and although slightly reluctant, Xiu also smiled and joined them. She had planned all of this after all. So why shouldn’t she celebrate it?
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