The Credentials of a Couple (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 149

“The damage is less than expected. Or perhaps the symptoms haven’t shown up yet?”

“It’s not the dillan itself that’s the problem, so that’s probably it.”

Eden gathered the documents and neatly stacked them.

Despite dillan being widely circulated and commonly used throughout the Empire, the number of suspected poisoning cases was remarkably low. After all, dillan’s toxicity stemmed from its processing method.

“You insisted I crack down on dillan, yet now you claim dillan itself isn’t the issue?”

“I merely needed to exaggerate to convey the severity of the situation.”

Once dillan was identified as the cause of the poisoning symptoms, the Empire fell into great shock. Unlike abtal, which was consumed only by certain classes, dillan was familiar across all social strata of the Empire.

But there was no other choice. To prevent even greater harm, it was necessary to reveal the truth about dillan—even if it caused chaos.

“Just like how you personally sent people to inspect each noble household one by one?”

“I needed to solidify my position.”

Eden stood up, leaning on his cane. With a leg that couldn’t properly bear his weight, he couldn’t earn people’s recognition—another approach was required.

“And indeed, there were suspicious individuals within noble households.”

“Like me, you mean?”

Luzean gave a bitter smile.

Dillan was a common plant, but depending on its processing method, its taste and aroma varied drastically, which often determined its price. Artisan-processed dillan, meticulously crafted by hand, was considered a luxury for this very reason.

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