A salary standard set over a thousand years ago, which can still support people's lives today, is nothing short of a miracle!
In Eric's view, the royal lineage back then must have been exceptionally generous to their followers. And in their gratitude, these followers have remained loyal and devoted to the royal lineage... at least, that's what Eric believes!
After some thought, Eric asked, "Can I change this salary structure?"
"Of course!" Ophelia nodded vigorously, saying, "You are our king, our supreme king!"
Perhaps sensing it or perhaps already anticipating it, almost everyone, except for the elders of the council, looked at Eric with hopeful eyes.
Eric did not disappoint these "employees" hoping for a "raise."
He smiled and said, "I hereby declare that 40% of the shares in the industries controlled by the four guardian families are to be rewarded to the four families, as a token of appreciation for your loyalty."