Aldrian knew that Emperor Raymond's wife was the younger sister of Grand Duke Donovan, which made the Donovan family the emperor's in-laws. He had learned this from the memories of Duke Schmidt and Marquess Xavier.
Aldrian simply watched as the empress hugged Prince Ferdinand fondly for a few moments before turning to look at the emperor, then at him.
The moment her gaze landed on him, she suddenly stood up and walked around the bed to stand in front of him, then instantly kowtowed.
Her sudden movement shocked both Emperor Raymond and Prince Ferdinand, while Aldrian only raised an eyebrow. What was this woman trying to do?
"I know my second son has already done something unforgivable. I don't dare ask for his forgiveness, but please—spare the Donovan family! I beg you. I know they've done wrong, but not all of them are guilty."
