Austin sat in his chair and silently watched the royal advisors put on their pretentious act. He slowly sipped his tea as if he couldn’t be bothered by their so-called accusations.

His nonchalant demeanor made Langdon and the others frown. Their once-outrageous voices began to falter.

They had stormed in full of righteous fury earlier, only to be met with complete apathy. What was the point of arguing when he wasn’t even listening?

“Are you done?” Austin finally spoke once the room had quieted down. “If not, go ahead and keep talking. Say as much as you need to until you’re satisfied.”

“Your Highness, we’re here to discuss serious matters. Your dismissive attitude is truly disappointing,” Langdon said sharply.

“Serious matters?” Austin let out a short laugh.

He went on, “You barge in here without even understanding the full picture and spewing accusations like they’re facts. As far as I’m concerned, you’re no different from clowns putting on a show.”

“You… How dare you!” Langdon was visibly enraged.

His expression darkened. “The prince personally appointed us as royal advisors, so we have the authority to challenge injustice. Your abuse of power and persecution of loyal officials is unacceptable-both morally and legally. We have every right to protest.”

“That’s right. We demand justice for Sir Prescott,” the royal advisors echoed.

“Protest? Justice?”

words, Austin suddenly laughed as if he had just heard the most ridiculous joke in

so funny?” Langdon asked

at your ignorance, your stupidity,

his expression suddenly turned cold. “What makes you so sure

understanding the full truth, you blindly condemn me while defending a man guilty of unspeakable crimes. Tell me

speak of. We only see the fear, the disorder, and your unchecked

I’ll let you see the truth

all the evidence. Let these so-called

Your Highness,”

on the table. Every crime was recorded in detail, and this was only what had been documented.

for yourself,”

Anyone with a shred of sense wouldn’t have chosen

is this possible? Did Sir Prescott really commit all

Even the wildest rumors wouldn’t conjure up something

royal advisors flipped through the pile of evidence before them, they exchanged uneasy glances and their

minor offenses like corruption or bribery-they were atrocities that

records alone were enough to send chills down

had their own share of wrongdoing, but their sins paled in comparison

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