Negative impact? What impact could it possibly have?

The ministers standing on either side of the palace gate looked at each other, exchanging puzzled glances.

Although the ministers could not fathom Aubrey's true intentions, they all slowly rose and entered the palace with respectful and orderly steps.

Each minister found his place and stood there, his eyes solemnly fixed on the emperor.

However, only the head of the Raiser family remained standing in the center of the red carpet, maintaining his bowed posture.

Aubrey's gaze fell on him, and he asked:

"Libort, it seems you have a problem with me."

Is there anything you'd like to say?

Lipoultry remained bowing, and after a moment of silence, finally spoke slowly:

"Your Majesty, I have come to apologize."

Aubrey leaned back slightly, lounging in his chair, and said with a hint of amusement:

"Oh, then tell me, what crime have you committed?"

Lipoulter bowed his head, his tone revealing utmost humility:

“One of my sons has become involved with the devil, and my wife has been incredibly lenient with him.”

"I am to blame for all of this."

"Your Majesty, in order to atone for my sins, I am willing to return all the wealth of the Leiser family to the Empire."

The moment Lipoultry's voice fell, all the nobles present froze in place, stunned.

They stared at each other in disbelief, stunned.

What's going on?

Why would the head of the Leiser family say such a thing? Could it be... that he has yielded to the emperor?

This is more than just admitting defeat; it's practically handing over the entire Raiser family to the empire.

The Reiser family's wealth is so great that it can dominate the economic lifeline of the southern part of the empire.

And now, he wants to give all this wealth to the Empire, to Aubrey?

Even Aubrey seemed to sense a hint of surprise, sitting up straight, raising an eyebrow slightly, and looking at Riboot:

"Oh? Are you sure you want to do this?"

Lipoulter remained silent, only to hear Aubrey let out a soft hum:

"You dare to kidnap your entire family to negotiate with me."

"You are still the same person, you haven't changed at all."

He waved his hand and said calmly:

“Your son has already paid the price for his folly; he doesn’t need you to atone for it anymore.”

"Stand up yourself. If you have nothing to say, go stand over there."

The nobles present breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing the emperor's words.

The sudden cold sweat on their foreheads expressed their discomfort at that moment.

A storm raged within them, a turbulent abyss that nearly swallowed their reason.

The ministers wiped the sweat from their palms and steadied their still trembling hands.

Fortunately, His Majesty did not actually accept this crazy proposal.

By doing this, the Raiser family has done more than just hold their own family hostage.

That was practically putting all the nobles on the stake.

If the emperor heard Lipoort say this and actually agreed to Lipoort's method of atonement...

If the emperor accepts Lipoort's proposal, it would mean that each of them could become a victim.

Once the Raiser family sets this precedent ahead of time.

Then, if someone else makes a mistake...

So, they will probably end up like the Raiser family today, squandering all their wealth.

Why?

Just because the Raiser family made some mistakes, they gave away all their assets. Why shouldn't you do it?

After all, who can guarantee they'll never make a mistake in their life?

The Leiser family is alright, at least they have the royal lineage as a safety net.

But what about these noble ministers?

They had nothing but this noble title.

No one can accept having all the wealth they've worked so hard for their entire life confiscated.

If that day were to actually come, it would probably be the first thing these nobles would consider.

The key question is how to safely and quickly transfer all of one's assets.

However, many nobles still do not understand what Lipoulter's intention was in doing this.

At this moment, Lipoulte slowly straightened up and let out a long sigh.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

His face remained calm as he silently walked to the side of the palace.

Many ministers secretly glanced at him, their hearts filled with anxiety.

Please, we didn't come to the palace today to see this.

If Aurelion becomes emperor, all their efforts over the past half-life will be ruined.

After all, they had never supported Aurelion.

Previously, when the nobles saw the eldest prince and the second prince competing for the throne, they could see a glimmer of hope.

But Aurelion was directly designated as the heir, a situation they absolutely did not want to see—except for Clyvenar.

Except for Clavina.

The ministers exchanged anxious glances, like ants on a hot plate, and couldn't help but whisper among themselves.

There is a hope that someone will step forward and break this stalemate.

Suddenly, a nobleman dressed in a magnificent robe leaned forward slightly, as if to step forward.

It is the Marquis of Tsner!

The ministers stared wide-eyed, unable to believe what they were seeing.

After all, in this game of power, those who dare to step forward are often the first to suffer the consequences.

As a supporter of the Second Prince's faction, he could no longer suppress his inner anxiety.

He was just about to take a step, opening his mouth to speak:

"Your Majesty..."

Before he could even finish uttering the first word, he suddenly felt a bone-chilling cold that made his breath catch in his throat.

Marquis Tsner stiffly turned his neck and glanced back slightly.

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