Chapitre 504: Only One Day Left

Gilbert cast a profound glance at Thales.

"I cannot simply jump to conclusions."

Even when they were only in the presence of each other, the Foreign Affairs Minister continued to speak cautiously and in moderation.

"Perhaps they do have some old scores to settle, perhaps they do not see eye to eye, perhaps it is just a coincidence that the royal authority has not been exerted well and royal power is not strong in Western Desert…"

Gilbert narrowed his eyes.

"However, from your point-of-view and your father's as rulers, Your Highness, does it matter whether they have conspired, whether this is all just a coincidence, whether both elements are present, or whether it is all due to tacit agreement?"

Thales looked flabbergasted.