Bab 601: Finally They've Arrived

"You're really an idiot, Brother." Valeria's low groan filled the room, her voice thick with disappointment as she looked at her brother with disdain.

"Our father knew you were foolish, which is why he originally wanted me to rule this Empire instead of you. I suppose his decision to offer the throne to me was wise." Valeria's voice was solemn, her expression serious.

"However, I had no desire to rule the Empire and be confined to the Imperial Palace for the rest of my life. That kind of existence doesn't suit me. That's why I declined our father's offer." Valeria sighed.

Everyone turned their gaze to Philip, waiting for his response. He had been silent for several minutes, staring at the floor, lost in thought.

'This is so troublesome… I never anticipated something like this. How foolish I was to entrust such an important responsibility to someone like Fedrick. He's really let me down,' Emperor Philip thought, blaming himself.