However, the Emperor still harbored some hope that the Empress could save him. Who would have thought that yesterday, when the Empress went to the War Prince's Mansion, the War Prince avoided meeting with her. He knew things were not looking good. Indeed, early this morning, the dreadful news arrived that at 3 pm today, the Prime Minister would be executed at the city gate.
The Prime Minister of Moli Country held a very high status, being both the Prime Minister and the Emperor's father-in-law. Normally, dealing with such an official would require the Emperor's direct approval before anyone dared proceed.
