"On the matter of those suits, Your Majesty. I understand why you made that request." Ethan began.
"I've thought about it and I understand that allowing one city to govern itself while also possessing an independent military force places you in an uncomfortable position."
His gaze briefly drifted toward the television before returning to the king.
"From your perspective… that would essentially mean there are two rulers inside the same nation."
"What more is there to becoming another sovereign," Ethan continued, "than having your own functioning city and an army that answers to no one but yourself?"
He smiled a bit and said "So… I understand."
Placing his glass onto the table, he added, "On that note, I agree to your request. The assault suits will fall under the authority of Gritnia's military."
"They're being purchased by the kingdom anyway, so I have no intention of retaining command over equipment that no longer belongs to me."
