In fact, the military of the central plains does not bear the responsibilities that Cheonhwageom thinks they should.

In her hometown, a soldier is expected to protect the country and its people. But what about the military of the central plains? They exist merely to guard the imperial family, the emperor, and the lands owned by the emperor.

The common people? How many are there in the central plains that they can protect individually? After all, the people are akin to beasts; if left alone, they’ll thrive and grow on their own.

Banditry is rampant inland, while coastal regions face …