Reimian Empire

Maybe Lock would agree to lend some? He's not spending money on anything anyway. Although, I'm not sure if he'd be interested in an ERP.

Yes, that would be a great option. And Ayano has a good relationship with Libya (better than with Tsukiko)...
But, if Lock refuses, I can chip in a bit. Although I wouldn't want to, as my character also needs money in one way or another.
Nevertheless, such a staff would pay for itself.