Mezametara Saikyou Soubi to Uchuusen-mochi datta node, Ikkodate Mezashite Youhei Toshite Jiyuu ni Ikitai - Vol. 2 Ch. 9.2

[Kaarme]

I wonder if he chose the right side in this conflict, with the empire being as corrupt as it is. But maybe the corrupt empire is actually a better opportunity for the mercenaries, even if the imperial military doesn't always like mercenaries and can treat them unfairly. It could be that in the federation, free mercenaries have far less job opportunities. Who knows.