"I prefer large and bustling cities to backwaters. But on the other hand, the chance to build up a whole state

"I prefer large and bustling cities to backwaters. But on the other hand, the chance to build up a whole state from nothing – it's so tempting... I don't like chaos, though I've learned that at times I won't be able to play by the rules. So here is my answer – with some effort and right investments, your dominions might become something, someday."