"Hah! Me, plotting treason after protecting this border city for generations? Not even a stray dog would believe that," Leandro barked indignantly, meeting Caron and Revelio in the middle.0

"That doesn't seem like the attitude of a man here to clear up a misunderstanding, Marquis Leandro," Revelio pointed out.0

Leandro bit his lip, clearly frustrated. He said, "…Your Highness, I don't know what stories you've been fed in the city, but I assure you, I'm innocent. All I've done my entire life is defend the empire's borders, nothing more."0

Revelio, seizing the moment, began to press Leandro. "If you've been so diligent in guarding the borders, then why is Reben so corrupt? Slave trading, which is outlawed by the empire, has been flourishing there. And on top of that, Marquis Leandro, you personally ordered your men to capture non-humans."0

"Your Highness, that's—" Leandro tried to protest, but Revelio cut him off.0

"I don't want to hear excuses. I've already obtained testimonies from your own people, and we've found records of slave trade payments in your mansion," Revelio said, adding a touch of truth to his lie. He added, "Additionally, your men have also testified to evidence of your treasonous activities. Do you still intend to deny your crimes?"0

Revelio's fierce interrogation left Leandro with no doubt that the Sixth Prince was in league with Caron. The political backing...1