Little Tyrant Doesn't Want to Meet with a Bad End Chapter 444.2: Cold Confrontation (2)

Most rulers of powerful countries tended to be powerful transcendents themselves, and Lukas Ackermann was no exception to this rule. What was different about Lukas, however, was that he showed no signs of aging at all. His complexion was glowing as always, and his facial features retained a delicate touch. His slender eyes gleamed with spirit, and there was an absence of beard and mustache on him.

On the whole, he looked like a well-groomed middle-aged man.

However, his disposition was at odds with his appearance. Just like Lilian, he emanated an air of coldness that seemed to come right from his bones. At the same time, he gave off an intimidating air of regality that made others dare not speak carelessly in his presence.

Upon seeing Lukas, Lilian lowered her head and curtsied, though she made no attempt to change her cold attitude and her expression. She knew that any attempt to fawn on him was wasted effort. It was much better to get straight to the point with Emperor Lukas.

“Your Majesty, you summoned me?”

“Mm. I have questions for you.”

After a quick exchange of necessary pleasantries, Lilian dove straight into the reason behind their meeting. Emperor Lukas wasn’t bothered by her straightforward attitude and instead calmly posed his questions.

“I’ve heard about the affairs that transpired during the Challenger Cup. Your defeat was not within my expectations, and it has induced skepticism amongst the nobles. You should be aware that that’s disadvantageous for you.”

“Yes, Your Majesty. I am also regretful about my failure at the Challenger Cup. I’ll slowly address the nobles’ skepticism in the future.”

“You do have to clean up your own mess, but that’s not what I’m concerned about… Lilian, what do you think about the successor of the Ascarts?”

It’s really about this?

It was one of the questions she had anticipated, but Lilian was still alarmed upon hearing it.

“… If I may clarify, are you asking for my evaluation of him?”

“Yes,” Emperor Lukas replied with a nod.

Lilian gave it some thought before answering.

“I b

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