In the Toscana Empire, being a noble is akin to being a retired civil servant.

When someone of high rank, such as the emperor, duke, marquess, or count, “appoints” you, you can become a parachute hire at any time.

“The emperor oversees the entire empire, while nobles below dukes can only appoint within their direct jurisdiction.”

Thus, my sudden appointment did not surprise or face any rejection from the city hall staff...

Yet, this kind of occurrence is not common in our empire, so my subordinate officials looked at me with puzzled expressions.

“I am Baron Fabio de Medici, appointed …