"It's not too serious, it's just that some of my children died."

What was unexpected was that Emperor Brandon, who had been extremely grieved because of the death of his heir, answered this question from Grand Duke Melos in such an understatement.

The reason for his answer was naturally not that he was really indifferent to the death of his son and daughter. But it was really not serious for the overall situation of the entire royal family and the entire empire.

After all, apart from their status as future emperor's heirs, the value of these princes and princesses to the royal family is not as important as imagined.

Although Osei was just a talker before, what he said did have some truth. That is, Emperor Brandon is now in his prime.

As a result, the value of these princes and princesses would be even lower. This was the reason why he said it was not too serious after he came to his senses.

But even though he said that, it was obviously impossible for Grand Duke Melos to really listen to him. After all, Brandon was like this now, so there was no way this matter could really be as light-hearted as he said.

"Is there anything you need me to do?"

After hesitating for a moment, Noel Melos said slowly.

In fact, these words have already shown that he is willing to help. If he were a more talkative minister, he would probably put it more nicely like:

As a minister, I am really frightened to see His Majesty looking so haggard... I would like to do my best and share your worries.

All in all, the meanings are similar, but Grand Duke Melos is obviously an exception. Whether it is in terms of personal character or status, he definitely does not need to say such nonsense.

With his strength as the first legendary Duke, simply saying "I am willing to help" is enough.

"Nothing needs to be done for now..."

But what he didn't expect was that Brandon shook his head and refused the First Duke's help. His eyes were deep, and there was a strange light in them that was incomprehensible.

"Just like me now, just hide in secret. Anyway, you came here alone. No one should know about your coming to the palace, so you can catch me by surprise."

"You have been hiding in the palace with peace of mind recently. Come with me and take a closer look at what tricks the rat behind this can play..."

"..."

After hearing this, Grand Duke Melos was slightly silent. Based on his understanding of the emperor as a close minister, he understood that the more patient the other party showed, the more terrifying the anger in his heart became.

His frustrated performance at this moment and his patient hiding are all to deal a fatal blow when the evil hand behind the scenes shows his weakness!

"Yes, Your Majesty."

But he was too lazy to say these things. Since the emperor had already made a decision, he just had to obey it. As a minister, he had always had such a character.

But after thinking about those princes and princesses, he hesitated for a moment before speaking again.

"What about the remaining princes and princesses? What are your plans, Your Majesty?"

"Everyone has his own destiny. I have called back most of the legendary combat power of the entire royal family to protect their safety. I have done everything I can."

"If they still can't survive under such circumstances, it can only be said that their life is in danger."

Brandon raised his head and looked at the calm lake from a distance, and said in a faint tone.

Grand Duke Melos, who was watching him silently from behind, felt a little awe-struck when he heard these words. Because he understood that this was the embodiment of the other party's determination and will.

In other words, he was even mentally prepared for the death of all his heirs!

"But of course, since my sons and daughters are all dead, no matter who the rats behind this are, they must pay the price for me!"

When Emperor Brandon said this, his tone was unusually calm, with a smile on his lips. However, the murderous aura emanating silently caused ripples to appear on the originally calm lake surface.

Sensing the madness and murderous intent in his eyes, Grand Duke Melos also became somewhat silent.

"Your Majesty, my condolences."

"My condolences? It's very simple to say."

There was a sarcastic smile on His Majesty the Emperor's face, and the murderous intent in his eyes was obviously impossible to subside just because of the other person's small words.

"Just wait. Since the rats behind this have a desire and a purpose, there will eventually be a moment when they are exposed to the sun. At that time, I will let them understand... what is the light that cannot be looked directly at!"

The moment of exposure to the sun he mentioned was obviously alluding to the dawn ceremony that was getting closer and closer now. Because he had already judged the reason why the assassin assassinated the prince before.

It is very likely that it has something to do with the subsequent year-end rituals. No matter what the purpose behind them is, I believe it will be exposed by then.

"Let's go, the wind is blowing...I'm afraid you will be wronged during this period, so you have to stay low-key and hide with me for a while."

Brandon said calmly, looking at the rippled lake surface. He seemed to feel that a huge storm was coming, but fortunately, he was already prepared to resist the wind coming from all directions.

"It doesn't matter."

"You should also be looking for your daughter, right? But if you want to stay low-key and hide with me for a while, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you to meet your Ariel later..."

"It doesn't matter, you can take that unfilial daughter back anytime."

"Oh? You did give birth to a good daughter... Do you know that she has broken through to become a legendary mage now? Are you sure you won't start a fight with her if you take her back by force?"

When he said this, Brandon's expression seemed to become a little interesting.

"...When did this happen? I've never heard of it."

…

Just after Melos, the first legendary Duke, arrived at the Imperial Palace quietly, the time for the year-end morning light ceremony was getting closer and closer.

A few days later, on the top of the nine-story tower of High Tower Academy.

Today, Wanwanzheng rarely stayed in the library, but came to the top of the tower alone again. He met with Dean Adolph and drank tea and chatted together.

Hmm...you heard it right, this tea is really similar to modern tea soup.

"Your Excellency Bai is indeed a visitor from another world. Every time you take out something, I can't help but be amazed."

The unscrupulous old man in white robe carefully tasted the "tea" in the cup and said with a smile on his face. It can be seen that whether he is an elder in another world or in this world.

Everyone has a strange pursuit and hobby for things like tea tasting that cultivate one's sentiments. Although Adolph, an unscrupulous old man, may not be so noble and pure in purpose.

But that doesn't stop this old guy from using this novel thing to show off.

"Excessive praise, Dean Adolph. In the aristocratic life of your world, there is the habit of afternoon tea, and there are also drinks such as black tea."

"I'm just using plants of similar species to imitate modern tea culture."

Bai Pian smiled faintly, and his ability to drink tea was so high compared to that of an old man who didn't even sit still.

But what he said is actually the truth. Although there is a drink such as black tea in this world, the source of tea is very different from the tea tree in the world.

However, this is nothing more than a casual tinkering by Bai Wan based on the knowledge about other worlds he learned while reading. To him, it is just a recreational thing and not worth mentioning.

"I wonder... Dean Adolph, what do you think of the recent situation in the royal family?"

Knowing that if he wanted to talk, the old fox in front of him might be shameless enough to keep talking to him until dark, so he went straight to the point and mentioned the main business of his visit.

"What? Mr. Bai, are you worried about your little girlfriend who is far away in the palace?"

Unexpectedly, the old man in white robe suddenly showed a narrow smile when he heard this, and said teasingly without any surprise.

"Whatever you say, I'm just curious about the situation in the palace. As far as I know, that little girl's father entered the palace a few days ago."

For a certain unscrupulous old man's character, Wanwan had already seen through it very clearly. So he ignored his teasing and talked about his findings.

"Oh? Even the famous legendary Duke Melos has arrived in the imperial capital? This is a bit unexpected. I thought he would not participate in this drama."

The expression on Adolph's face didn't seem to be fake. He seemed to have really not expected that even the First Duke, the Grand Duke Melos, would come to the imperial capital to wade through this muddy water.

"After all, he is Ariel's father, and that is partly why he came to look for his daughter."

The pale tone explained calmly that to a certain extent, this was indeed the reason for Grand Duke Melos to intervene.

"Oh? Then why do I see you, Your Excellency Bai, not worried at all? Don't forget, in the eyes of Grand Duke Melos, it is very likely that you abducted his daughter."

The old man in white robe said with a smile as if he was just watching the fun and not taking it too seriously.

"Aren't you afraid that you two will fight when the time comes? How difficult it will be for that little girl. One is the man you like, and the other is your father."

"Alas - if it were me, I would die in embarrassment."

It's a pity that his words did not cause any emotional fluctuations in Bai Wan. She just glanced at him lightly, but she had no intention of explaining at all.

Because the real reason why Ariel ran away from home, and the reason why Archduke Melos wanted them. It is indeed a secret that only a small number of people know, so it is normal for the old man to foolishly rely on the rumors.

"It doesn't matter. Regarding her father's matter, Ariel has already informed me in advance. I will not fight against him unless necessary."

He was obviously talking about the time after the dance that night when the girl hurried back to get him insurance and vaccinations.

"And even if there is a fight, for Ariel's sake, I will show mercy to him."
Chapter completed!