Chapter 292
“Lady Violet S. Everett is not a witch. I testify that she is blessed by the Sacred Tree.”
“How could a mere blessing from the Sacred Tree be considered evidence! Present proper evidence!”
The cardinal, who had scorned foreign traditions, shouted in anger. Vaughn, who had anticipated this reaction, smiled knowingly.
“Of course, the evidence has been submitted. The judgment is His Majesty’s, and a verdict of innocence has been declared.”
“This, this is a conspiracy!”
The bound Count Lasfoden struggled. The knight restraining him stepped on his back. Short cries of pain and phrases like ‘Do you know who I am!’ were exchanged, but no one came to his aid.
Who could possibly oppose the emperor in this place?
Amidst the commotion, the doors of the courtroom opened. The person who entered was a pale young man.
“T-This…!”