The cases seemed neverending, but fortunately they were all resolved rather quickly. Rowena suspected that some of them were brought to the High Court simply so that the nobles could get a closer look at her and the Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince was known throughout the Empire as the fiercest warrior and supreme conqueror, but few had the chance to see him up close. There was a great deal of curiosity surrounding him, especially concerning his reputation as the Beast. They were curious and did not know what to expect.
What they saw was an extraordinarily handsome man with a dominating aura and commanding presence. What they also saw was an objective and impartial judge, who showed no favoritism and had no patience for flattery and sycophantic behavior. He appeared to be the polar opposite of his father, the Emperor. Although none would dare say that out loud, of course.
