Elena pondered this revelation.
No wonder Betty was so determined to stay at the Institute. This wasn't just about status; it was an absolute goldmine! The higher a male's rank, the stronger his resource-gathering abilities on the front lines, the wealthier he became, and the more he'd pay for mental comfort. This was essentially a massively profitable enterprise!
A disturbing thought suddenly struck her. Those males Betty had treated before, the ones who kept having recurring issues... maybe it wasn't just about undermining her. Maybe it was about profit too. Like deliberately shortening how long the comfort lasted, forcing males to pay for treatments over and over again.
She sank back in her seat.
Even when the Imperial Guidance Institute's payment came through, it would on
