The Eastern region was the second wealthiest after the South, with most of its income coming from marine products and trade with the Empire and other kingdoms.
In many ways, the sea route was the lifeblood of their economy—so the appearance of the sea monster naturally shattered the region's prosperity.
Many foreign merchants could no longer enter, and fishermen dared not venture out to sea for fear of the creature.
If left unchecked, it was entirely possible that a greater crisis would erupt and affect the other three regions as well.
Huh… Nolan let out a long breath, massaging his temples. That old man is really something. Why dump this matter on the throne candidates? What's his real aim?
From the very start, it had made no sense to entrust this task to the candidates in the throne room.
After all, the sea monster had proven to be far more powerful and terrifying than anyone had anticipated.
