"Being a good military leader," the Emperor says while looking seriously into my eyes.
"The Oriventh Empire thrives on its military might. We are a very large nation with many precious resources and mines. Over the history of our Empire, we have been attacked by many bandits as well as had a few brief wars with other nations in the past. Our current military might is due to our emphasis on strength and protecting what is ours."
The Emperor points to the symbol of the Grand Duke on my clothing.
"As a Grand Duke, you are a significant figure in the military influence of our nation, and you are responsible for guarding your territory with everything you have. While governing your domain day by day is also a key duty of a Grand Duke, the ability to protect it under danger is more important to us."
The Emperor then grabs a book from another drawer in his desk and hands it over to me.
