Ingrid's speech was the final straw that broke the camel's back, causing the hidden rebel forces within Dragon Head City to wail in despair.
The Empire's propaganda department still somewhat underestimated the influence of the Amanata Church in people's hearts.
The public's attitude towards the Ashen Empire shifted from initial hostility and resistance to acceptance and compliance, albeit reluctantly, which was still much better than when the Empire had first stationed its forces.
The rebel forces, who once saw Ingrid, a bishop of the Amanata Church, as their spiritual leader, were now in complete disarray, with continuous internal conflicts.
Even many clergymen who used to enjoy a life of privilege could no longer tolerate this life of hiding and chose to submit to the Empire, turning their comrades' information into their credentials.
