Chapter 522 – Establishing Authority

"What is this new system?" Jornis asked with a dark tone.

Nick looked at Jornis without fear.

"From now on, voluntary blood donations will be replaced by mandatory blood donations," Nick said.

When Jornis and Vanessa heard that, they were positively surprised.

That was good, right?

"A powerful city is not supposed to rely on its weakest members to give it stability," Nick said. "Everyone has to contribute to a powerful city."

"The minimum monthly tax will be lowered from 120 credits to 40 credits. Payment via blood is no longer an acceptable replacement for the tax. Everyone has to pay the taxes via credits."

"Additionally, the tax-free age range will be increased to 16. Anyone below 16 years of age is exempt from taxes."

"Okay," Vanessa said with furrowed brows. "And how is the city supposed to pay its tribute to Aegis without that?"