After the Duke's funeral had concluded, the crowds that had converged from all corners of the country gradually dissipated. Their presence had made the city unbearably congested, but their departure left behind many matters to be dealt with.
Although it was just a grand funeral, organizing it took as much time as commanding a battle.
Inside the mansion's great hall, the members of the Romann and Fischer families all turned their attention to Aldrich, having just witnessed something peculiar.
That was Aldrich and King Cyart's lengthy private conversation, which, for reasons unknown, ended with Cyart leaving the funeral visibly upset.
Given King Cyart's known favoritism towards the Romann family, Aldrich must have said something quite offensive to anger the King.
Byrne was very curious and asked Aldrich, "Lord Aldrich, what exactly did you say just now? Why did you anger His Majesty?"
