"However....", Alex wanted to continue but just as the words were forming on his tongue, he suddenly felt a dry itch in his throat.
Wanting to drink something, he glanced at the table. Apparently there was only wine in front of him to drink.
Without thinking too much, Alex simply reached out to pick up the cup and took a sip.
And that was all to it, it was the last thing that should have happened today as he took one sip after another sip completely forgetting the occasion.
Meanwhile...
The Emperor was giving him a deep penetrating look. His mind was reeling with the implications of what Alex might say next.
Beside them the county magistrate and sheriff were also trembling in fear and swallowed hard.
They feared what else he was going to say.
Young Master Alex please do not say anything more! We are begging you!
How can ordinary people discuss important matters of state with such casual boldness?
