章 55: The Misfortune Prince

Emma's apprehension heightened as she grasped the reason behind her colleagues' moniker for King Otto—"Mean Anderson," a stark departure from the amiable Bright.

King Otto's demeanor radiated authority and severity, sending a shiver down Emma's spine. His scrutinizing gaze felt like an evaluation, laden with high stakes and a no-failure mandate.

The weight of King Otto's scrutiny intensified, creating an atmosphere pregnant with expectations and an unspoken demand for competence.

"Why the bandage on your hand?" King Otto probed.

"It's nothing," Bright maintained a monotone.

"Now another ordeal begins...," Emma thought.

Caught in the midst of a father-son dispute, the duo conversed with an indifferent tone, resembling coworkers at odds.

Emma keenly realized their presence here transcended legal expertise; it was a test of Bright's capabilities within the stringent standards set by King Otto Anderson.