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After dying in an accident with his little sister, Kenji wakes up in the body of the young duke, a powerful but widely despised official in the Camelot Empire. Everyone sees him as a cunning traitor who manipulated the young Empress's rise to power. But he just want to survive.

The story follows Kenji as he navigates dangerous court politics while trying to shed his predecessor's villainous reputation. Though the emoress suspect and resent him, she can't eliminate him without risking her own position against rival factions.

The Empror's Trap

When Kenji approached Pluvia, those around them finally noticed the two. However, they didn't dare directly question Her Majesty, and besides, it wasn't unusual for Kenji to discuss matters with Her Majesty that others couldn't hear. The officials merely remained more alert, hoping to catch some noteworthy information, but weren't foolish enough to ask the emperor what she had discussed with the Grand Marshal.

"What is it? You summoned me to come over?" Pluvia cheerfully handed Kenji a cup of wine, speaking in a quiet voice.

"I wouldn't dare. I didn't summon Your Majesty; my guard simply misunderstood my intentions," Kenji quickly explained. "Your Majesty, I have something I wish to discuss with you."

"Hmm, do we need privacy?" Pluvia glanced at the crowd below and asked softly.

"It would be better to have some privacy. This matter isn't suitable for too many ears."

"Very well, follow me then," she said as she stood up.

Ch 88 - Suggestion