Lucas, who has been sent to coordinate the disaster relief efforts, finally got back to the imperial capital.

He went straight for reporting to the emperor as soon as he entered the Imperial Palace, but was stopped by Francis.

"Francis, it's been a long time. I'm happy to see you in good health. Congratulations!" Even though his performance was laudable during the disaster relief, Lucas was still frivolous. He said with a casual smile, "Francis, I met a beautiful lady in Stream County this time. I was so mesmerized by her beauty that I almost forgot everything and didn't even want to come back."

"Your help in the disaster relief was commendable. Father has always been thinking about you. If he comes to know that you were late because you got mesmerized by a beauty, he'll teach you a hard lesson." Francis spoke in a gentle voice and smiled warmly. Lucas always thought Francis was good-l

serves to be the empress."

Lucas smiled bitterly. "Do you think Lilian will become an empress with her character?"

"Lucas, I see that as your fault. Lilian is forthright. Emperor Rolando may like her straightforwardness." After saying that, Francis stopped and found that both of them had already reached the gates of the Tranquil Hall.

Lucas raised his head and looked at the plaque of the Tranquil Hall. Even though he was outside the imperial capital during this period, he was familiar with the state affairs. Now that he had returned, he was afraid that the situation at the imperial court would become more chaotic.

"Your Highness, you are back."

"Yes, I'm. Lord Andy, how is my father now?" Lucas moved close to Andy and nudged him. "Is he going to scold me when I'm in?"

"Well, Your Highness, I have no idea. His Majesty always indulges you, and I think he wouldn't scold you."