The Parliament, the Price, and the People's Hearts

In the council chamber.

Several dignified, well-dressed council members sat at the long table, facing off against the woman standing in front wearing a mask.

Although just a mere woman, her presence alone seemed to subtly overwhelm the council members on the other side.

Sunlight streamed through the glass dome on the roof, forming shapes due to the refraction of the glass. These regular patterns cast onto the woman while the council members and the table were shrouded in darkness.

At this moment, it was as if the council members were beings trapped in darkness, and the woman was an angel descending from the heavens to save them.

With a voice as lovely as that of an ancient fairy gifted with a beautiful singing voice, the woman's captivating words resonated throughout the grand hall.

"My master instructed me that if you wish to seize this unique opportunity, you must offer ten percent of your family's wealth."