The three others in the room widened their eyes in surprise. However, Hector quickly frowned, not understanding the sudden statement.
"Sir Aldrian, what are you saying?" Hector asked before turning to his father. He narrowed his eyes, studying his father's reaction. Was his father unwell? Confused, he looked back at Aldrian.
"There's no—"
"Truly, you have sharp senses, young Aldrian," Emperor Durand said with a sigh.
Hector's eyes widened in shock as he looked at his father again.
"What are you saying, Father? Are you actually sick?!" he exclaimed.
Emperor Durand didn't answer Hector's question. Instead, he removed his disguised appearance. Hector's shock deepened as he finally saw the true face revealed.
"Your Majes—" the steward tried to stop him, but Emperor Durand silenced him with a raised hand.
