Chapter 740: Chapter 740: Puzzled Leaders

{I know. I was just stating a fact.} Alwin replied nonchalantly.

Arabella sighed inwardly, frustrated by the interruption of her thoughts.

{Fine, but can you let me focus so I can think about how to respond to everyone?} Arabella complained.

{Sure. Sure. I'll be silent.} Alwin promised, though his tone lacked sincerity.

'Tsk. Just the other day he was taking my side, now he's acting like this. Is he trying to make me embarrass myself in front of these people?' 

Arabella resisted the urge to glare at Alwin. She maintained her composure and a neutral expression given the presence of other people.

She focused on their subjects' conversation instead.

Duke Riverio's assumption about an uprising was valid, considering Ferdinand's responsibilities as Emperor.