Chapter: 786

It is almost impossible to poison the Emperor in normal times. The palace will be busy during the harvest festival, so he will be able to take advantage of the opportunity.

Even if it fails, the worst outcome can be avoided.

The Emperor will not be able to dig deep into this matter. Because the person he loves the most will be involved.

The Duke of Reston said to his henchman by his side. “Give my orders to the servant who takes care of the Crown Prince.”

Upon receiving his order, the man opened the passage leading to the back room and went out.

The Duke was left alone in the lavish bedroom.

knock knock.

A moment later, a knock was heard.

“Father.”

Fritz in formal wear entered the bedroom.

“How are you feeling?”

For the past few days, the Duke of Reston has been staying in his room saying he isn’t feeling well and hasn’t seen anyone but the doctor.

“Much better.”

Fritz took a close look at his father.

After the Duke of Reston had decided to hand over his title, he had been strangely quiet. He even handed over all the family documents to Fritz and taught him the business of the family.

From a stranger’s point of view, he looked like a loving father who casually passed his title on to his son as if it was a natural thing.

But Fritz knew something was off about his father. He’s not the type of person who would generously pass down his title to his son.

“What’s going on? You don’t look well.”

Even now, the Duke was looking at Fritz with genuine concern.

Fritz slowly approached his father.

“I know you’re very disappointed in me.”

Until now, he had been watching carefully while being wary of his father, but now he wanted to be honest and find a compromise.

He wanted to apologize as a son.

“I’m sorry, father. But please understand the position of me and Astelle who have no choice but to do this.”

The Duke of Reston listened without answering.