"The commander, I give you this order as your emperor. Assemble a dedicated task force within the military to take full responsibility for investigating this case."

"Yes, Your Majesty. Upon returning to headquarters, I will appoint a suitable leader and form the task force."

"No, that’s not what I meant. You misunderstood. I want you to handle this personally. Lead the investigation task force yourself and oversee every detail. You started this matter—it wouldn’t be proper to delegate it to your subordinates. You must step forward."

Theo mulled over the emperor's words. Even the usually reserved ministers had been taken aback, their eyes darting nervously.

A leader, by definition, is someone who surveys their organization from the highest vantage point, understanding its intricacies.

This principle held true for the military as well. Unlike previous commanders, Theo was known for his hands-on approach, directly involving himself in much of the military’s day-to-day operations. Yet, he was still the supreme commander of the Imperial Army.@@novelbin@@

"But, Commander, you already have significant responsibilities," someone remarked.

"And leading a task force yourself? What exactly does His Majesty mean by such an order?"

As one captain after another voiced their concerns, Luke also nodded in agreement. Cedric, the emperor, was known for his unconventional decisions, but no one had expected his audacity to extend to a matter as sensitive as this.

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