As an evergreen in politics, Speaker McDowell quickly adjusted his attitude. He quickly shifted the resentment of the parliamentarians to the discussion of the matter and tried his best to win more benefits for Close Bell in the current irreversible situation.

"Mr. Reinhardt, although I am very glad that the one who manages Crossbelt is not the tough Prime Minister Osborne, but..."

The old speaker looked at Ryan with bright eyes, "I want to know what plans are there for the aristocratic party to close the future exhibition, and will the central government, which is the prime minister, have any requirements for you?"

Ryan nodded to the old Speaker in kindness, "Let's answer the Speaker's first question first. Our plan is of course to make Closebell more prosperous."

"In the past, as an independent autonomous prefecture, although Closebell could accept resources and commodities from both the East and the West, there were restrictions after all."

Ryan said seriously, "I can promise first that the goods and resources shipped from the Empire will not set restrictions on you in the future. As long as you can pay the taxes you deserve on time, you will also have the benefits that the citizens of the Empire can enjoy."

"Then..." the old speaker asked calmly with his hands folded on the table, "What are the standards of taxation you call? What changes are there compared to the tax policies of the autonomous prefecture period before?"

"Of course there will be changes, after all, you have become members of the empire, not an autonomous prefecture."

Seeing that under the guidance of the Speaker, the members of the parliament had gradually recovered from calmness, Ryan also sat down and said calmly, "First of all, although before the Governor took office, there was no accurate conclusion on the tax standards of Kezhou."

"But based on the annual economic output forecast of Closbeer, we will first try the tax standards of the imperial capital Heimdal in Kezhou, and then the Governor will make some fine adjustments based on the specific situation of Kezhou."

Seeing some commotion at the scene, Ryan reached out to stop their discussions. "You must also know that there is a big gap in the tax standards of the five major cities, including the imperial capital Heimdal."

"Under the management of Hayneshou, the smallest territory, the tax policy is relatively loose, while the wealthy Lamar and Kluchen states are relatively heavy in taxation."

Ryan said with his hands folded and said, "I know that all the taxes in Closebell were dominated by the state government before. You would be very angry about the sudden need to pay taxes to the Empire, but..."

"Due to the strong pressure given by the two major metropolitan countries, can you really put this huge tax into practice before?"

The sudden stiff expressions of the MPs clearly show a lot of problems. Perhaps they will also complain in their hearts, "Who do you think it's all for?"

Ryan chuckled and waved his hand, "I said, I don't like to make too many comments on what has been born in the past."

"You might as well think about it the other way around. After joining the empire, we will use the tax money that was wasted by some people in various ways to the right place."

"The level of people's livelihood that is paid attention to by medical care, employment and education can be effectively improved."

"In addition, the security strength, which has been criticized in the era of the autonomous prefecture, can be greatly enhanced after joining the empire."

"Although it is impossible to let the local officers of Crossbeer control the highest command in order to maintain stability, we will still focus on local people such as the Kezhou Guard and Police Department to build a new security and defensive force for Crossbeer."

Speaking of this topic, Ryan obviously noticed that Ellie's mood had changed, obviously because of whether the police department and even the spy support department would have any changes due to the imperial occupation.

Ryan looked at Ellie with a smile and said, "Don't worry, Miss Ellie, I don't plan to do anything to your heroes. As long as they don't blatantly engage in anti-imperial behavior, the police station and the support department can still exist normally."

"Huh~"

Ellie breathed a light breath, then she bent down slightly to salute Ryan. "I can guarantee that Support Co. will not do anything that will make the people and the rulers embarrassed... but that does not mean that we will willingly acknowledge the empire's occupation."

"I believe that not only support the Co., but many of the Closebell people should have the same idea as us."

Under Ellie's firm gaze and the nervous gaze of the MPs, Ryan nodded gently and said, "It's okay, the area that has just been forced to occupy will make people wary if there is no objection."

"I am not the kind of person who likes to use iron-blooded means to Prime Minister Osborne. As long as you promise not to carry out anti-government activities, I will not impose any restrictions on the daily affairs of the Support Department."

"Of course... the guerrilla association is the same."

Speaking of guerrillas... After Ryan took over the management of Lamar State from his father, he directly ignored Prime Minister Osborne's ban and publicly issued an announcement to lift restrictions on the activities of the guerrilla association.

With Lamar State, the first bird, heading in front, Hayneshou, who had already maintained a good relationship with the Guerrilla Association, took the opportunity to follow up.

Eusses, who had completed his final studies at Tolz, also took the time to issue similar orders.

Only Rognahou of Nothia was hesitant, worried that this order would go against the will of Yukint III.

As elite troops in the territory were mobilized to the Dongulam defense line east of Crossbel, the number of troops maintaining public order in the states seemed a little short of money.

Ryan took this opportunity to get the association back and help with some wanted monsters and daily citizen requests.

Today's ventilation will calm down many state legislators' hearts that had been hanging in the air before. At least they know that Mr. Reinhardt, who is in charge of the affairs of the noble alliance, did not intend to hang them up and flee.

Although this does not mean that the empire would give Kezhou a very relaxed environment in tax policies, it is at least not as miserable as they originally predicted to be directly ruled by Prime Minister Osborne.

After all... the Iron Blood Prime Minister's style has long been spread throughout the country.

...

On the 36th floor of Orchid Tower, Ryan felt a little moved when he looked at the familiar decoration in this room.

"I didn't expect the decoration here to be preserved intact. I thought the staff of Orchid Tower would redecorate this room."

Speaker McDowell chuckled softly, "Young Master Reinhardt's taste needs no doubt. I want to use this VIp room as a fixed lounge for future imperial officials to visit. I think they will be honored for this."

"Ha~" Ryan waved his hand and said funnyly, "Old Speaker, I didn't expect you to flatter you too. For a moment, I really didn't get used to it."

"Haha~" the old speaker shook his head helplessly and said, "Times have changed. I didn't expect that meeting Mr. Reinhardt will be the same way. There have been so many changes that have happened to Crossbear this year."

Ryan also knew that Speaker McDowell should be very complicated at this time. Considering the many events that Close Bell has experienced over the past year, Ryan tactfully shifted the topic to other aspects.

"His Speaker said there are important things to discuss with me... Could it be related to the situation in Erebonia, right?"
Chapter completed!