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Upon hearing Miranda's words, the rest of the group was collectively stunned.
In front, Thales stood beside Jann, staring intently at the apparently desperate and resigned Federick, still puzzled in his heart.
"That's right, cousin, well said... Everyone must pay the price for their actions..."
Under the rough suppression of the guards, Federick gasped:
"So, you, all you bystanders, you must understand: if you don't stand up, if you truly let him, let Jann succeed..."
The surrounding vassals and guests exchanged looks.
The convict struggled to raise his head and by coincidence looked towards Thales.
"Then he wins! Jann Kevendill, he will be utterly victorious in every aspect, with no flaws or loopholes! And I, I will be left without a place to be buried, with no chance to turn things around, losing everything, everything! Haha, hahahaha..."
Federick let out a discordant laugh, and whispers arose among the vassals and guests, with many beginning to doubt his mental state.
