It was just a suspicion, but he did not expect the old man truly have a hidden agenda by proposing the idea. Marshal Alton admitted openly, but it was not something that would harm The Empire. In fact, he realized that the sparing fight held more value than he thought.
"I see," The Emperor nodded, "Just another note for you, Marshal Alton. I don't want you to hide anything from me when you try to suggest a proposal like this in the future."
"As you wish, Your Majesty," Marshal Alton bowed, "I have no intention to trick you. I ask for your forgiveness."
"Mnn, there's no need to apologize. I know you are just being too careful around me," The moment he said that someone scolded him in his head.