The Edge of the Sword

They were oblivious to the risks that distributing tens of millions of virtual artifacts could pose to Braydon Neal's family. 

Dominic Lowe and Kieran Normand looked ashamed. 

They didn't linger for long and left with respectful bows.

Braydon personally escorted them out. 

Upon returning to the manor, he looked at Heather Sage with a hint of helplessness. "Perhaps I was too harsh just now."

"Martial Emperor Teacher was correct. These individuals in the capital are shamelessly leeching off you. Take this recent incident, for example. After finding out about the significant improvement in the overall strength of the Northern Army due to your efforts, they came clamoring for more as if they forgot who you are," Heather remarked, her tone reflecting her own frustration.

With Braydon's generous nature, he had procured a substantial amount of resources from the cosmos, bolstering the Northern Army's strength.