"The Bell Family has been supporting you all these years, and they are offering money for you to inherit the throne. Do you think I'm unaware of this?" The king's voice turned icy, despite his ongoing recovery. His regal presence and authority remained undiminished.
Upon hearing the king's words, the Eldest Prince realized that he had lost his composure. He bowed and attempted to explain, "Dear father, Earl Bell has always been dedicated to the royal family. He is your long-time friend, and you know him to be loyal."
The King scoffed. "Loyalty? Is it to me or to you?"
He couldn't fathom Earl Bell betraying him. However, observing the haughty expression on the Eldest Prince's face and recalling the minister's remarks from the other day when he had fainted, the king realized that everyone desired the Eldest Prince to ascend the throne. No one was concerned with saving him.
