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Kenji had become the Emperor’s right hand man which he always wanted to be.  He thought that this position would help him to become one of the most popular and powerful figure in history, He did not know that the newly crowned Emperor considered him as a threat. Secrets were being prepared to deal with this ‘dangerous subject’ who had become too influential to be ignored.
“Oh, Dearest brother, I have to congratulate you on your well-deserved hire! How great must it feel to receive a court audience and the special joy of having a sword under your head before the imperial family!" The emperor said warmly.
'Oh dearest sister... Your congrats are out of place... you just made the situation worse...'

The Empror's Trap

"What are your views on this, ministers?"

Though Pluvia was extremely annoyed inside, she maintained her usual demeanor, smiling as she questioned the officials below.

For a moment, everyone below was stunned into silence.

Some present had guessed Kenji's true intentions, but they were the minority. After all, who in court wasn't aware of Duke Anos's ambitions? And even those few who had guessed were mostly just waiting to see discord between Her Majesty and the Grand Marshal. That said, they also feared retaliation from Duke Anos, so they simply kept quiet.

At this point, several officials who sided with Kenji spoke up loudly:

"Your Majesty, we believe this proposal is feasible."

Pluvia's expression grew increasingly dangerous as she looked at Kenji.

Ch 50 - Accidentally Scoring an Official Position